Changing the Image Aspect Ratio (PowerShot G1 X Mark II)
Solution
Change the image aspect ratio (ratio of width to height) as follows. You can continue shooting at the same focal length even if you switch the aspect ratio from 3:2 to 4:3 (Multi-Aspect).
NOTE
The aspect ratio cannot be changed in the following modes:
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* Only 
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are selectable.
and are selectable. | Used for display on widescreen HDTVs or similar display devices. |
 | Native aspect ratio of the camera screen. Same aspect ratio as 35mm film, used for printing images at 5 x 7-inch or postcard sizes. |
| Used for display on standard-definition televisions or similar display devices. Also used for printing images at 3.5 x 5-inch or A-series sizes. |
 | Square aspect ratio. |
 | Aspect ratio commonly used for portraits. |
1. Press the power button to turn the camera on.
2. Press the <FUNC./SET> (
) button.
) button.3. Press the <
><
> buttons to choose [Still Image Aspect Ratio].
><> buttons to choose [Still Image Aspect Ratio].
4. Press the <
><
> buttons or turn the <Control Dial> (
) to choose the desired aspect ratio, and then press the <FUNC./SET> () button.
><> buttons or turn the <Control Dial> () to choose the desired aspect ratio, and then press the <FUNC./SET> () button.
