Canon Sx260 Hs Manual

Jul 21, 2018 The Canon PowerShot SX260 HS is the latest digital camera from Canon's SX series. This model series is characterized above all by digital cameras with a large focal length range and many functions. The Canon PowerShot SX260 HS is the successor of the Canon PowerShot SX230 HS. Its 20x zoom lens covers a very wide focal length range.
Canon PowerShot SX60 HS PDF User Manual / Owner’s Manual / User Guide offers information and instructions how to operate the PowerShot SX60 HS, include Quick Start Guide, Basic Operations, Advanced Guide, Menu Functions, Custom Settings, Troubleshooting & Specifications of Canon PowerShot SX60 HS.

At just over 1 1/4 inches thick, the PowerShot SX260 HS is an ultra-slim digital camera with a powerful 20x Optical Zoom. But because its lens embodies the quality and legacy of Genuine Canon Optics, its advantages go far beyond making the camera slim enough to slip in your pocket and carry anywhere.

Canon Powershot Sx260

2
Before Use
- 2
  Initial Information
  - 2
    Package Contents
  - 2
    Compatible Memory Cards
  - 3
    Part Names/conventions
  - 3
    Preliminary Notes and Legal Information
  - 3
    Part Names and Conventions in This Guide
    - 5
      Table of Contents
    - 12
      Shoot
  - 12
    Common Camera Operations
  - 14
    Safety Precautions
17
Basic Guide
- 17
  Basic Operations
  - 17
    Initial Preparations
  - 17
    Attaching Accessories
  - 18
    Holding the Camera
  - 18
    Charging the Battery Pack
  - 19
    Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card
  - 20
    Using the Screen
    - 20
      Adjusting the Screen Angle and Orientation
  - 20
    Setting the Date and Time
    - 21
      Changing the Date and Time
    - 21
      Display Language
  - 22
    Trying the Camera Out
  - 22
    Shooting (Smart Auto)
  - 24
    Viewing
    - 24
      Erasing Images
25
1 Camera Basics
- 25
  On/Off
  - 26
    Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down)
    - 26
      Power Saving in Shooting Mode
    - 26
      Power Saving in Playback Mode
- 26
  Shutter Button
- 27
  Viewfinder
- 27
  Shooting Modes
- 28
  Shooting Display Options
- 29
  Using the FUNC. Menu
- 30
  Using the Menu Screen
- 31
  On-Screen Keyboard
- 32
  Indicator Display
- 32
  Clock
33
2 Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode
- 33
  Shooting With Camera-Determined Settings
  - 33
    Shooting (Smart Auto)
  - 35
    Shooting in Hybrid Auto Mode
    - 36
      Digest Movie Playback
    - 36
      Still Images/Movies
    - 36
      Still Images
    - 37
      Movies
  - 37
    Scene Icons
    - 38
      Continuous Shooting Scenes
  - 39
    Image Stabilization Icons
  - 39
    On-Screen Frames
- 40
  Common, Convenient Features
  - 40
    Zooming in Closer On Subjects (Digital Zoom)
- 40
  Easily Reacquiring Subjects After Manual Zooming
- 40
  (Framing Assist - Seek)
- 41
  Easily Composing Shots After Manual Zooming (Framing Assist - Lock)
- 42
  Auto Zooming to Keep Faces at a Constant Size
  - 42
    Adjusting the Constant Face Display Size
- 43
  Easily Reacquiring Subjects With Auto Zooming
- 43
  (Seek Assist)
- 44
  Using the Self-Timer
  - 44
    Using the Self-Timer to Avoid Camera Shake
  - 44
    Customizing the Self-Timer
- 45
  Adding a Date Stamp
- 46
  Continuous Shooting
  - 46
    Image Display During Playback
- 47
  Using Face ID
- 47
  Personal Information
- 47
  Registering Face ID Information
- 48
  Shooting
- 49
  Checking and Editing Registered Information
  - 50
    Overwriting and Adding Face Information
  - 51
    Erasing Registered Information
- 51
  Image Customization Features
- 51
  Changing the Aspect Ratio
- 52
  Changing Image Resolution (Size)
  - 52
    Guidelines for Choosing Resolution Based On Paper Size (For 4:3 Images)
- 52
  Red-Eye Correction
- 53
  Correcting Greenish Image Areas From Mercury Lamps
- 53
  Changing Movie Image Quality
- 54
  Helpful Shooting Features
- 54
  Using the Electronic Level
- 54
  Magnifying the Area in Focus
  - 55
    Checking for Closed Eyes
- 55
  Before Use
  - 55
    Customizing Camera Operation
- 55
  Basic Guide
  - 55
    Deactivating the AF-Assist Beam
  - 55
    Deactivating the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp
  - 56
    Changing the Image Display Style After Shots
    - 56
      Changing the Image Display Period After Shots
    - 56
      Changing the Screen Displayed After Shots
57
3 Other Shooting Modes
- 57
  Enjoying a Variety of Images From Each Shot (Creative Shot)
  - 58
    Choosing Effects
- 58
  P Mode
- 58
  Moving Subjects (Sports)
- 59
  Specific Scenes
- 60
  Image Effects (Creative Filters)
  - 61
    Shooting High-Contrast Scenes (High Dynamic Range)
    - 61
      Adding Artistic Effects
  - 62
    Shooting With a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-eye Effect)
  - 62
    Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect)
    - 63
      Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time (For One-Minute Clips)
  - 63
    Shooting With a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect)
  - 64
    Shooting With a Soft Focus Effect
  - 64
    Shooting in Monochrome
  - 64
    Index
- 65
  Special Modes for Other Purposes
  - 65
    Auto Shooting After Face Detection (Smart Shutter)
    - 65
      Auto Shooting After Smile Detection
    - 65
      Using the Wink Self-Timer
    - 66
      Using the Face Self-Timer
- 67
  Shooting Various Movies
  - 67
    Shooting Movies in Movie Mode
    - 68
      Locking or Changing Image Brightness before Shooting
- 68
  Adjusting the Recording Volume
- 69
  Deactivating the Wind Filter
- 69
  Using the Attenuator
- 70
  Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies
- 71
  Shooting in Program Ae ([P] Mode)
- 72
  Image Brightness (Exposure)
  - 73
    Linking the Spot AE Point Frame to the AF Frame
  - 74
    Adjusting ISO Auto Settings
- 75
  Correcting Image Brightness (I-contrast)
  - 75
    Dynamic Range Correction (Dr Correction)
  - 76
    Shadow Correct
- 76
  Image Colors
  - 77
    Custom White Balance
  - 77
    Manually Correcting White Balance
  - 78
    Custom Color
- 79
  Shooting Range and Focusing
  - 80
    Focus Bracketing (Focus-bkt Mode)
  - 80
    Easily Identifying the Focus Area (Mf Peaking)
- 81
  Storing the Zoom or Focal Position
  - 81
    Storing the Focal Position
  - 81
    Storing the Zoom Position
  - 82
    Changing the AF Frame Mode
    - 82
      Moving and Resizing Af Frames (Flexizone)
    - 83
      Face Detect
    - 83
      Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking Af)
    - 84
      Shooting With Servo AF
  - 85
    Choosing a Person to Focus On (Face Select)
  - 86
    Shooting Continuously As the Camera Keeps the Subject in Focus
  - 87
    Slow Synchro
  - 88
    Shooting With the FE Lock
- 89
  Shooting RAW Images
- 90
  Other Settings
  - 90
    Changing IS Mode Settings
  - 91
    Shooting Movies With Subjects at the Same Size Shown before Shooting
  - 92
    Specific Shutter Speeds ([Tv] Mode)
  - 93
    Specific Aperture Values ([Av] Mode)
  - 94
    Adjusting the Flash Output
  - 95
    Recording Movies at Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values
  - 96
    Customization for Shooting Styles
  - 97
    Customizing the FUNC. Menu (FUNC. Menu Layout)
  - 98
    Rearranging Menu Items
  - 99
    Saving Commonly Used Shooting Menu Items (My Menu)
  - 101
    Playback Mode
    - 102
      Switching Display Modes
    - 103
      Overexposure Warning (For Image Highlights)
    - 104
      Viewing By Date
    - 105
      Browsing and Filtering Images
    - 106
      Using the Front Dial to Jump Between Images
    - 107
      Viewing Individual Images in a Group
    - 108
      Erasing Names
    - 109
      Viewing Slideshows
    - 110
      Auto Playback of Related Images (Smart Shuffle)
    - 111
      Choosing Images Individually
    - 112
      Protecting All Images at Once
    - 113
      Erasing Multiple Images at Once
    - 114
      Specifying All Images at Once
    - 115
      Deactivating Auto Rotation
    - 116
      Editing Still Images
    - 117
      Cropping
- 118
  Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors)
  - 119
    Correcting Red-Eye
  - 120
    Editing Movies
  - 121
    Reducing File Sizes
  - 122
    Wi-Fi Functions
    - 123
      Sending Images to a Smartphone
    - 125
      Adding a Smartphone Using the Wi-Fi Menu
    - 126
      Using Another Access Point
    - 127
      Previous Access Points
    - 129
      Saving Images to a Connected Computer
    - 130
      Using WPS-Compatible Access Points
    - 132
      Connecting to Listed Access Points
    - 133
      Sending Images to a Registered Web Service
    - 135
      Registering Other Web Services
    - 136
      Printing Images Wirelessly From a Connected Printer
    - 137
      Sending Images to Another Camera
    - 138
      Image Sending Options
    - 139
      Choosing the Image Resolution (Size)
    - 140
      Preparing the Computer
    - 141
      Using a Smartphone to View Camera Images and Control the Camera
    - 142
      Shooting Remotely
    - 143
      Editing or Erasing Wi-Fi Settings
    - 144
      Returning the Wi-Fi Settings to Default
  - 145
    Setting Menu
    - 146
      Hiding Hints and Tips
    - 147
      Lens Retraction Timing
    - 148
      Screen Brightness
    - 149
      Low-Level Formatting
    - 150
      Date-Based Image Storage
- 151
  Setting Copyright Information to Record in Images
  - 151
    Deleting All Copyright Information
    - 152
      Display Language
  - 153
    Accessories
- 154
  System Map
- 155
  Optional Accessories
- 156
  Printers
- 157
  Using Optional Accessories
  - 157
    Playback On a High-definition Tv
  - 158
    Playback On a Standard-Definition TV
- 159
  Using an External Microphone
- 159
  Using External Microphone
- 160
  Using a Lens Hood (Sold Separately)
- 161
  Using a Remote Switch (Sold Separately)
  - 161
    Speedlite Ex Series
  - 162
    Using Speedlite Bracket Sb-e2 (Sold Separately)
  - 163
    Camera Settings Available With an External Flash
  - 163
    Sold Separately
- 164
  Using the Software
  - 165
    Saving Images to a Computer
- 166
  Printing Images
  - 167
    Configuring Print Settings
    - 168
      Cropping Images before Printing
    - 168
      Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing
    - 169
      Available Layout Options
    - 169
      Printing ID Photos
    - 169
      Movie Printing Options
  - 170
    Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF)
    - 171
      Setting Up Printing for Individual Images
    - 172
      Printing Images Added to the Print List (Dpof)
    - 172
      Adding Images Individually
    - 173
      Adding All Images to a Photobook
174
Appendix
- 178
  On-Screen Messages
- 180
  On-Screen Information
  - 180
    Battery Level
- 181
  Playback (Detailed Information Display)
  - 182
    Summary of Movie Control Panel
- 182
  Functions and Menu Tables
- 184
  FUNC. Menu
- 187
  Shooting Tab
- 194
  Playback Tab
- 195
  Print Tab
- 196
  Specifications
  - 196
    Digital Zoom Focal Length (35Mm Equivalent)
  - 197
    Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time
  - 197
    Number of Shots Per Memory Card
  - 198
    Recording Time Per Memory Card
  - 198
    Shooting Range
  - 198
    Continuous Shooting Speed
  - 198
    Flash Range
  - 199
    Shutter Speed
  - 199
    Battery Charger Cb-2lc/cb-2lce
  - 199
    Lens Hood Lh-DC
  - 199
    Battery Pack Nb-10l
- 200
  Index
- 202
  Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Precautions
  - 203
    Trademarks and Licensing

Canon Powershot Sx260 Hs User Guide

- 2
  Package Contents
35
1 Camera Basics
- 2
  Compatible Memory Cards
- 3
  Preliminary Notes and Legal Information
- 4
  Part Names and Conventions in This Guide
- 6
  Table of Contents
- 6
  Contents
- 8
  Contents: Basic Operations
- 10
  Safety Precautions
- 14
  Initial Preparations
  - 15
    Charge the Battery
  - 15
    Inserting the Battery and Memory Card
  - 16
    Insert the Memory Card
  - 17
    Removing the Battery and Memory Card
  - 17
    Setting the Date and Time
  - 17
    Set the Date and Time
  - 18
    Finish the Setup Process
  - 18
    Changing the Date and Time
  - 19
    Change the Date and Time
  - 20
    Display Language
- 21
  Trying the Camera Out
  - 22
    Shooting Still Images
  - 22
    Shooting Movies
  - 24
    Play Movies
  - 24
    Erasing the Images
- 25
  Included Software, PDF Manuals
  - 26
    System Requirements
  - 29
    Saving Images to a Computer
- 32
  Accessories
- 36
  On/Off
- 37
  Shutter Button
- 38
  Shooting Modes
- 38
  Shooting Display Options
- 39
  FUNC. Menu
- 40
  Choose an Option
- 41
  Indicator Display
- 41
  Clock
  - 49
    Memory Card
43
2 Using GPS Function
- 54
  Shooting in Smart Auto Mode
  - 57
    Still Images
  - 59
    Scene Icons
  - 60
    Continuous Shooting Scenes
  - 61
    Image Stabilization Icons
- 63
  Common, Convenient Features
  - 63
    Zooming in Closer On Subjects
  - 64
    Using the Self-timer
  - 65
    Using the Self-timer to Avoid Camera Shake
  - 65
    Customizing the Self-timer
  - 66
    Deactivating the Flash
  - 67
    Adding the Shooting Date and Time
  - 68
    Choose a Subject to Focus On
- 69
  Using Face ID
  - 70
    Register Face Information
  - 73
    Checking and Editing Registered Information
  - 75
    Overwriting and Adding Face Information
  - 77
    Erasing Registered Information
- 78
  Image Customization Features
  - 81
    Correcting Greenish Image Areas From
  - 81
    Mercury Lamps
  - 82
    Changing Movie Image Quality
  - 83
    Using the Wind Filter
- 84
  Helpful Shooting Features
  - 85
    Magnifying the Area in Focus
  - 86
    Checking for Closed Eyes
- 87
  Customizing Camera Operation
- 88
  Changing the Image Display Style After Shots
53
3 Smart Auto Mode
89
4 Other Shooting Modes
- 90
  Brightness/Color Customization (Live View Control)
- 91
  Easy Mode
- 92
  Auto Clip Recording (Movie Digest)
- 93
  Specific Scenes
  - 95
    Correcting White Balance
  - 99
    Using the Face Self-timer
  - 102
    Shooting Stitch Assist Images
- 103
  Image Effects (Creative Filters)
  - 106
    Shooting With a Soft Focus Effect
  - 107
    Shooting in Monochrome
  - 109
    Shooting With Color Swap
- 110
  Discreet Mode
- 111
  Shooting Various Movies
  - 112
    Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies
  - 113
    Shooting Iframe Movies
  - 115
    G Mode
- 116
  Shooting in Program AE Mode (G Mode)
- 116
  Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
  - 117
    Changing the Metering Method
  - 118
    Changing the Iso Speed
- 120
  Color and Continuous Shooting
  - 121
    Custom White Balance
  - 123
    Custom Color
  - 124
    Continuous Shooting
- 125
  Shooting Range and Focusing
  - 127
    Changing the Af Frame Mode
  - 129
    Face Detect
  - 131
    Shooting With Servo Af
  - 132
    Changing the Focus Setting
  - 133
    Shooting With the Af Lock
- 134
  Flash
  - 135
    Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation
  - 136
    Shooting With the Fe Lock
- 137
  Other Settings
139
6 Tv, Av, and M Mode
- 140
  Specific Shutter Speeds (Tv Mode)
- 141
  Specific Aperture Values (Av Mode)
- 142
  Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values (M Mode)
- 143
  Adjusting the Flash Output
145
7 Playback Mode
- 146
  Viewing
  - 148
    Switching Display Modes
  - 150
    Checking the Focus
- 151
  Browsing and Filtering Images
- 153
  Viewing Individual Images in a Group
- 154
  Editing Face ID Information
- 155
  Erasing Names
- 156
  Image Viewing Options
- 157
  Changing Slideshow Settings
- 159
  Protecting Images
  - 160
    Choosing Images Individually
  - 161
    Selecting a Range
  - 162
    Specifying All Images at Once
- 163
  Erasing Images
- 165
  Rotating Images
  - 166
    Using the Menu
  - 166
    Deactivating Auto Rotation
- 167
  Image Categories
- 172
  Editing Still Images
- 177
  Correcting Red-eye
- 178
  Editing Movies
- 179
  Save the Edited Movie
181
8 Setting Menu
- 182
  Adjusting Basic Camera Functions
  - 183
    Hiding Hints and Tips
  - 184
    Screen Brightness
  - 185
    In Playback Mode
  - 185
    Formatting Memory Cards
  - 186
    Format the Memory Card
  - 187
    File Numbering
  - 188
    Lens Retraction Timing
  - 189
    Configure the Settings
  - 189
    World Clock
  - 190
    Date and Time
  - 192
    Adjusting Other Settings
  - 193
    Restoring Defaults
  - 193
    Restore Default Settings
195
9 Accessories
- 196
  Tips On Using Included Accessories
- 197
  Optional Accessories
- 198
  Other Accessories
- 199
  Using Optional Accessories
  - 200
    Turn the Camera On
  - 201
    Display Images
  - 203
    Powering the Camera With Household Power
- 204
  Printing Images
  - 205
    Configuring Print Settings
  - 207
    Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing
  - 208
    Available Layout Options
  - 209
    Printing Movie Scenes
  - 212
    Setting Up Printing for Individual Images
  - 212
    Setting Up Printing for a Range of Images
  - 213
    Clearing All Images From the Print List
  - 214
    Adding Images to a Photobook
  - 214
    Adding Images Individually
  - 215
    Adding All Images to a Photobook
  - 215
    Removing All Images From a Photobook
- 216
  Using an Eye-Fi Card
- 217
  Checking Connection Information
219
10 Appendix
- 220
  Troubleshooting
- 223
  On a Computer
- 224
  On-Screen Messages
- 226
  On-Screen Information
- 227
  Battery Level
- 230
  Functions and Menu Tables
  - 234
    Shooting Menu
  - 238
    Playback Menu
  - 239
    Print Menu
- 240
  Handling Precautions
- 240
  Erase Images
- 241
  Index
  - 245
    Important Safety Instructions
  - 245
    Save These Instructions
  - 246
    Trademark Acknowledgments

Canon Powershot Sx260

2Before Use

17Basic Guide

251 Camera Basics

332 Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode

573 Other Shooting Modes

174Appendix

Canon Powershot Sx260 Hs User Guide

351 Camera Basics

432 Using GPS Function

533 Smart Auto Mode

894 Other Shooting Modes

1396 Tv, Av, and M Mode

1457 Playback Mode

1818 Setting Menu

1959 Accessories

21910 Appendix

2
Before Use

17
Basic Guide

25
1 Camera Basics

33
2 Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode

57
3 Other Shooting Modes

174
Appendix

35
1 Camera Basics

43
2 Using GPS Function

53
3 Smart Auto Mode

89
4 Other Shooting Modes

139
6 Tv, Av, and M Mode

145
7 Playback Mode

181
8 Setting Menu

195
9 Accessories

219
10 Appendix