Focus mode
The focus function controls which part of a photo should be sharp. When continuous autofocus is on, the camera keeps adjusting focus so that the area within the yellow focus frame stays sharp.
Single autofocus
The camera automatically focuses on the selected subject. Continuous autofocus is on. Touch and hold the camera screen until the yellow focus frame turns blue, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is taken when you release your finger.
Multi autofocus
The focus is automatically set on several areas of the image. Touch and hold the camera screen until the yellow focus frame turns blue, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is taken when you release your finger. Continuous autofocus is off.
Face detection
The camera automatically detects up to five human faces, indicated by frames on the screen. The camera automatically focuses on the nearest face. You can also select which face to focus on by tapping it on the screen. When you tap the camera screen, a blue frame shows which face is selected and in focus. Face detection cannot be used for all scene types. Continuous autofocus is on.
Touch focus
Touch a specific area on the camera screen to set the area of focus. Continuous autofocus is off. Touch and hold the camera screen until the yellow focus frame turns blue, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is taken when you release your finger.
Object tracking
When you select an object by touching it in the viewfinder, the camera tracks it for you.
This setting is only available in Normal capturing mode.
Exposure value
Determine the amount of light in the photo you want to take. A higher value indicates an increased amount of light.
This setting is only available in Normal capturing mode.
HDR
Use the HDR (High Dynamic Range) setting to take a photo against strong back light or in conditions where the contrast is sharp. HDR compensates for the loss of detail and produces a picture that is representative of both dark and bright areas.
This setting is only available in Normal capturing mode.
White balance
The white balance setting adjusts the color balance according to the lighting conditions.
Auto
Adjusts the color balance automatically to suit the lighting conditions.
Incandescent
Adjusts the color balance for warm lighting conditions, such as under light bulbs.
Fluorescent
Adjusts the color balance for fluorescent lighting.
Daylight
Adjusts the color balance for sunny outdoor conditions.
Cloudy
Adjusts the color balance for a cloudy sky.
This setting is only available in Normal capturing mode.
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