BASIC OPERATION
Shooting in Auto Mode 
Auto mode is the easiest mode to take photos. While operating in this mode, the camera automatically optimizes the camera's settings for best results under average shooting conditions.
To start shooting, do the following:
1.Press the Power button to turn the camera on.
2.In the Mode menu, select the Auto mode ( 
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3.Compose your picture in the LCD screen and press the Shutter button halfway to focus on the subject.
4.The focus frame in the middle of the LCD will turn to green when the subject is properly in focus.
5.Press the Shutter button fully to capture the image.
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Using the Zoom Function
Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom functions: optical zoom and digital zoom. Press the Zoom button of the camera to zoom in or out of the subject while taking pictures.
Zoom indicator (See “Digital Zoom“ on page 45)
When the optical zoom reaches its maximum value, it stops momentarily. Release and push the zoom button again, and the optical zoom will switch over to digital zoom automatically. After the adjustment, the zoom indication scale will hide immediately, the current zoom status is indicated by
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