| Error Message |
Solution |
| No memory card |
The memory card may be inserted facing the wrong way. Reinsert the memory card facing the correct way. |
| Memory card locked |
The write-protect tab of the memory card is set to the locked position. Switch the write-protect tab to the unlocked position
The [Memory card locked] message appears on the screen |
| Cannot record! |
Shooting was attempted without a memory card in the camera. To shoot, insert a memory card facing the correct way |
| Memory card error |
If the same error message is displayed even after you have formatted a supported SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card and have inserted it facing the correct way, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Formatting a Memory Card |
| Insufficient space on card |
There is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot or edit images. Either erase unneeded images or insert a memory card with enough free space. |
| Charge the battery |
Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace it at once with a charged one or recharge the battery. |
| No Image. |
The memory card does not contain any images that can be displayed. |
| Protected! |
The image is protected. Please refer to the linked contents below for more information on removing protection. |
Unidentified Image
Incompatible JPEG
Image too large.
Cannot play back MOV
Cannot play back MP4 |
Unsupported or corrupt images cannot be displayed.
It may not be possible to display images that were edited or renamed on a computer, or images shot with another camera. |
Cannot magnify!
Cannot play back this content in Smart Shuffle
Cannot rotate
Cannot modify image
Cannot modify
Cannot assign to category
Unselectable image. |
The following functions may be unavailable for images that were renamed or already edited on a computer, or images shot with another camera. Note that starred (*) functions are not available for movies.
Magnify*, Smart Shuffle*, Rotate*, Favorites, Edit*, Print List*, and Photobook Set-up*. |
| Invalid selection range |
When specifying a range for image selection, you attempted to choose an initial image that was after the final image, or vice-versa. |
| Exceeded selection limit |
More than 998 images were selected for Print List or Photobook Set-up. Choose 998 images or less.
Print List or Photobook Set-up settings could not be saved correctly. Reduce the number of selected images and try again.
You attempted to choose more than 500 images in Protect, Erase, Favorites, Print List, or Photobook Set-up.
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| Naming error! |
The folder could not be created or images could not be recorded, because the highest supported folder number (999) for storing images on the card has been reached and the highest supported image number (9999) for images in folders has been reached. Press the [MENU]  button to select the  tab, change [File Numbering] to [Auto Reset], or format the memory card.
Formatting a Memory Card |
| Lens Error |
This error may occur if the lens is held while it is moving, or when the camera is used in dusty or sandy locations.
Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. |
A camera error was detected
(error number) |
If this error message is displayed immediately after a shot, the image may not have been saved. Switch to Playback mode to check for the image.
Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, write down the error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. |
| File Error |
Correct printing may not be possible for photos from other cameras or images that have been altered using computer software, even if the camera is connected to the printer. |
| Print error |
Check the paper size setting. If this error message is displayed when the setting is correct, restart the printer and complete the setting on the camera again. |
| Ink absorber full |
Contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk to request assistance with ink absorber replacement. |
