topic Re: My Power Shot SX 530 hs will not shoot video. in Point & Shoot Digital Cameras

My Power Shot SX 530 hs will not shoot video.

bfairless — Thu, 24 Aug 2017 04:30:01 GMT

When I turn the dial to the video camers icon and press the shutter button it just takes still shots.

Re: My Power Shot SX 530 hs will not shoot video.

Stephen — Thu, 24 Aug 2017 12:38:58 GMT

Hi bfairless!

Thanks for reaching out to Canon USA, we're happy to help!

While this might seem counterintuitive, your camera is actually functioning properly. The shutter button on your camera is only for taking photos. To initiate a video recording, you’ll press the “record” button on the back of the camera. That’s the button with a red dot here:

If you try this and you’re still having issues, our 100% free, US-based technical support will be happy to help! They’re available weekdays from 10am to 10pm (ET) at 1-800-OK-CANON.

If you’re out of the USA, you’ll want to reach out to technical support in your country. You’ll find contact information on their website by clicking HERE.

We hope this helps!

Re: My Power Shot SX 530 hs will not shoot video.

bfairless — Thu, 24 Aug 2017 20:07:32 GMT

Thanks. I actually feel pretty stupid.

Re: My Power Shot SX 530 hs will not shoot video.

Jwagoner2-75 — Wed, 09 Oct 2019 19:41:54 GMT

Mine just beeps 5-6 times when I try to record video. its not recording. it was working great then I had to charge the battery and now its not working. I put a new memory 4GB memory card in it too incase it was memory related lol but its still a no-go. Its like 5-6 fast beeps when I try. Do I have to "format" the card to the camera? REEEEEE

Re: My Power Shot SX 530 hs will not shoot video.

Jwagoner2-75 — Wed, 09 Oct 2019 20:05:04 GMT

just had to reformat the card! thanks guys!