Digital Commons at Penn State

Snapping a picture with the Canon Power Shot Still Camera

This tutorial will explain how to take a picture with the Canon Power Shot Still Camera.

1) First set the picture settings to “Auto” this function can be found on the top of the camera just left of the On Off button.

2) Next flip open the Camera’s flash, This is located on the top of the camera just above the lens.

3) Now frame up your image using the eye piece or the LCD on the back of the camera.

4)Once you have framed up your picture you will want to locate the silver button on top of the zoom lever, This is the button used for taking a picture.

5) The snapshot button is touch sensitive and has two levels of use, A slight push of the button will allow the camera to focus and set it’s aperture. When you do this a small box will appear on the LCD letting you know that the camera is ready to take a picture.

6) Further depression of the snapshot button will make the camera snap the photo. (Note: You will feel a small click when you depress the button fully)