How can I adjust my settings on sx130is to print clear 4x6 photos
Unless you have reason not to, stick with the Large image size (see "Changing the Recording Pixel Setting" on pages 70-71 of the manual).
The biggest thing to watch out for is that the camera takes pictures that are 4 by 3 in aspect ratio. That's equivalent to a 4.5 inch by 6 inch photo, so some of the top and bottom will be cut off when you make a 4x6 print. Alternatively, many photo places will give you 4.5x6 prints for the same price.
If you need a manual, you may download a copy at http://gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/5/0300003855/04/PSSX130IS_CUG_EN_03.pdf
SOURCE: Print out snapshot-sized pics...
lets start with resolution. 640x480@ 72dpi is 8.8in X 6.6in when you change that to your printer resloution (300 dpi) it becomes a 2.1inX1.6 in print. if you want a 4x5 image @300 dpi shoot the TIF 1200x1600 (actually it is a 1200X1500 for 4x5 proportion)
SOURCE: Quality too low for 4x6 prints
A P72 should be good enough for 4x6 prints. Are you shooting at the maximum resolution? At 3.2 Megapixels you should be able to print at 4x6" at 250dpi (which although not ideal is better than that of most magazine printing!)
The graininess of your images is not to do with resolution but rather sensitivity and the processing engine in the camera. Are you shooting in bright light, or mainly with the flash? If it is the latter, I'm afraid you're always going to have the picture noise (graininess) with this camera.
If you're going to upgrade, look for a model with good low light capabilities and a good lens. www.dpreview.com is an excellent resource for comparison shopping.
SOURCE: Problem printing photos accurately.
I fixed the problem by eliminating possibilities. The problem is with the default setting on iPhoto which I use to edit photos before copying to a USB then printing. I need to change the default setting constraint to 4x6. The problem is not with the camera. Camera is great! Thanks.
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