A+: Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)

[Scene Intelligent Auto] is a fully automatic mode. The camera analyzes the scene and sets the optimum settings automatically. It can also adjust focus automatically on either the still or moving subject by detecting the motion of the subject.

  1. Set the shooting mode to [Scene Intelligent Auto].

    • Press the MODE button, then turn the Main dial dial to select [Scene Intelligent Auto].

  2. Aim the camera at what you will shoot (the subject).

    • A tracking frame (1) may be displayed on the subject, under some shooting conditions.

  3. Focus on the subject.

    • Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
    • You can also focus by tapping a person's face or other subject on the screen (Touch AF).
    • Under low light, the AF-assist beam () is automatically activated if needed.
    • Once the subject is in focus, that AF point turns green and the camera beeps (One-Shot AF).
    • An AF point in focus on a moving subject turns blue and tracks subject movement (Servo AF).

  4. Take the picture.

    • Press the shutter button completely to take the picture.
    • The image just captured will be displayed for approx. 2 sec. on the screen.

Caution

  • Subject movement (whether subjects are still or moving) may not be detected correctly for some subject or shooting conditions.

Note

  • AF operation (One-Shot AF or Servo AF) is set automatically when you press the shutter button halfway. Note that AF operation cannot be switched during shooting.
  • [Scene Intelligent Auto] mode makes the colors look more impressive in nature, outdoor, and sunset scenes. If you prefer other color tones, set the shooting mode to [Fv], [P], [Tv], [Av], or [M] and select a Picture Style other than [Auto] before shooting ().

Tips Minimizing blurred photos

  • Be careful about camera shake in handheld shots. To avoid camera shake, consider using a tripod. Use a sturdy tripod that can bear the weight of the shooting equipment. Attach the camera securely to the tripod.
  • Using a remote switch (sold separately, ) or a wireless remote control (sold separately, ) is recommended.

Troubleshooting FAQ

  • Focusing is not possible (indicated by an orange AF point).

    Aim the AF point over an area with good contrast, then press the shutter button halfway (). If you are too close to the subject, move away and shoot again.

  • After focusing, multiple AF points are displayed simultaneously.

    Focus has been achieved at all those points.

  • The shutter speed display is blinking.

    Since it is too dark, taking the picture may result in a blurred subject due to camera shake. Using a tripod or a Canon EL/EX series Speedlite (sold separately, ) is recommended.

  • The bottom of pictures taken with flash is unnaturally dark.

    If a hood is attached to the lens, it may obstruct light from the flash. If the subject is close, detach the hood before taking the picture with flash.

Note

  • Note the following if you are not using flash.

    • Under low light, when camera shake tends to occur, hold the camera steady or use a tripod. When using a zoom lens, you can reduce the blur caused by camera shake by setting the lens to the wide-angle end.
    • When shooting portraits under low light, tell subjects to stay still until you have finished shooting. Any movement as you shoot will make the person look blurry in the picture.