You can select the pixel count (approx. 12.2, 6.3, or 3.4 megapixels) and the image quality.

Select [Quality]. Under the [] tab, select [Quality], then press <SET>. [Quality] will appear. Select the image-recording quality using the arrow keys. For your reference, the respective quality's megapixel count (***M), image size in pixels (****x****), and the number of possible shots [***] will be displayed. Select the desired quality, then press <SET>. A different image-recording quality can be set separately for the Basic Zone modes and Creative Zone modes. In the Basic Zone modes, and will not be displayed as an option

I want to select the quality matching the paper size for printing.

• Refer to the diagram on the left when choosing the image-recording quality. If you want to crop the image, selecting a higher quality (more pixels) such as is recommended.

What's the difference between and ?

• It indicates a different image quality due to a different compression rate. Even with the same number of pixels, the image has higher image quality. If is selected, the image quality will be slightly lower, but more images can be saved to the card.

I took more shots than the number of possible shots indicated.

• Depending on the shooting conditions, you may be able to take more shots than was indicated. Or, you might be able to take fewer shots than indicated. The possible shots displayed is only an estimate.

Does the camera display the maximum burst?

• The maximum burst is displayed in the viewfinder's right side. Since it is only a single-digit indicator 0 - 9, any number higher than 9 will be displayed only as "9." Note that this number will also be displayed even when no card is installed in the camera. Be careful not to shoot without a card in the camera.

When do I use the mode?

• images require processing with your personal computer. Other than , the images will be in the JPEG type commonly used by digital cameras.

About RAW

is the raw data before it is made into a L or other images. Although 1 images require software like Digital Photo Professional (provided) so they can be displayed on the computer, they also offer flexibility for image adjustments possible only with . is effective when you want to precisely create your own art or shoot an important subject.

For example, with a image, you can use the provided software to create various versions of the same image having a different Picture Style. Also, if you took the picture with the wrong white balance, you can change the white balance without degrading the image quality.

Note that images will not work with direct printing or print ordering (DPOF).

About + L

+L records a and L image with a single shot. The two images are saved to the card. Since the L image is recorded as a processed image, you can view it as is on a personal computer without the bundled software or print it as is. With + L, the two images are saved with the same file number in the same folder. You can distinguish between them with the image type or extension. The image's extension is "CR2," and the L image's extension is "JPG."