Hacking the Canon point and shoot
Computers and game consoles are not the only thing which can be hacked. Open source firmware can be loaded on to your camera. With the new firmware you can take RAW images, load automation scripts, use a curve settings file, have an on screen histogram, and many other tweaks and settings. Here is my experience.
Before
After
Requirement:
- Canon Power Shot
- SD Card reader
- Firmware update FILES
- Computer
Directions:
Step 1:
Download load the firmware which matches your Canon camera from here. In my case I have a Canon SD600 so I used the ixus60_sd600-100d . Once you have the appropriate firmware move onto step 2.
Step 2:
On your computer, mount the SD card. Copy the contents of the firmware update onto the SD card.
Step 3:
Load the SD card back in the camera. With the power off, set the camera to playback mode.
Step 4:
Turn on the camera. Press the “Menu” button. On the first tab of the menu select the firmware update function. It will be the bottom most option.
Finally:
You will know it worked if you see the camera reboot with the new firmware logo for a couple seconds.
