Canon PowerShot G9 X User Guide

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P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Before Use
Index
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
Other Shooting Modes
Shooting High-Contrast Scenes 
(High Dynamic Range)
 Still Images 
 
Movies
Three consecutive images are captured at different brightness levels 
each time you shoot, and the camera combines image areas with optimal 
brightness to create a single image. This mode can reduce the washed-
out highlights and loss of detail in shadows that tend to occur in high-
contrast shots.
Choose [ ].
 
z
Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” 
Shoot.
 
z
Hold the camera steady as you shoot. 
When you press the shutter button all 
the way down, the camera will take three 
shots and combine them.
 
Excessive motion blur or certain shooting conditions may prevent 
you from obtaining the desired results.
 
If excessive camera shake interferes with shooting, mount 
the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. 
Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod 
or other means to secure the camera (= 52).
 
Any subject movement will cause images to look blurry.
 
There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera 
processes and combines the images.
 
[ ] may be displayed when you press the shutter button halfway 
in bright conditions, indicating automatic adjustment for optimal 
image brightness.
Applying Special Effects
Add a variety of effects to images when shooting.
  Shooting in Vivid Colors (Super Vivid)
 Still Images 
 Movies
 
z
Shots in rich, vivid colors.
  Posterized Shots (Poster Effect)
 Still Images 
 Movies
 
z
Shots that resemble an old poster or 
illustration.
 
In [ ] and [ ] modes, try taking some test shots first, to make 
sure you obtain the desired results.
 
You can also choose the shooting mode by accessing MENU 
(= 29) ► [
1] tab ► [Rec. Mode].