Preparing to Take Pictures
Setting the Camera Mode
Turn the Mode dial at the top of the camera to change the camera’s function mode. The camera has 6 modes to choose from as described below.
Auto Photo Mode
In auto photo mode, the camera automatically adjusts exposure and white balance to suit the shooting environment.
Manual Photo Mode
Manual photo mode lets you set exposure and white balance settings before taking a photo.
Playback Mode
In playback mode you can review, erase, and protect photos and video clips.
Video Mode
The camera can record video clips with audio in video mode. White balance cannot be set before recording a video clip.
Audio Recording Mode
The camera can record audio in audio mode, enabling you to take voice memos any- where, anytime.
PC Cam Mode | PC Cam |
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PC Cam mode enables you to use your camera for real time video when connected to a PC. Use PC Cam mode for teleconferencing, or video chatting.
NOTE:
When the camera is connected to a computer with the included USB cable, the camera acts as a mass storage device regardless of the mode dial setting.
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