Starting the recording mode
How to use the Auto mode ( μ )
Select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user interaction.
1. Insert the batteries (p.12). Insert the
batteries taking note of the polarity (+ /
you do not need to insert the memory
card. If the memory card is not inserted, an image will be stored in the internal memory. If the memory card is inserted,
an image will be stored on the memory card.
3. Close the battery chamber cover.
4.Press the power button to turn on the
camera. (If the date/time that is displayed on the LCD monitor is incorrect, reset the date/time before taking a picture.)
5.Select the AUTO mode by rotating the mode dial.
6.Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
7.Press the shutter button to capture an image.
If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter button down half way, it means that the camera cannot focus on the subject. Should this be the case, the camera is unable to capture an image clearly.
How to use the Program mode ( )
Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings. You can still manually configure all functions except the aper- ture value and shutter speed.
1. Select the PROGRAM mode by rotating the mode dial.
2. Press the Fn button to configure advanced functions such as Image Size (p.34), Quality (p.34), Metering (p.35), Sharpness (p.35), ISO (p.36), White Balance (p.36) and Exposure Value(p.37).
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