Using the Aperture Priority
In this mode, you can set an aperture value to match the brightness. A higher aperture value brings the background out of focus. Selecting a lower aperture value allows you to soft the background.
1 | Turn the power on, and set the camera to | |
| the Aperture Priority ( | page 14). |
2 | Adjust the aperture value by pressing or | |
| button. |
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3 | Press shutter button to take a picture. | |
Tips 
yThe larger the aperture value the smaller the lens opening, allowing less light to enter the camera.
Using the Shutter Priority
In this mode, you can set a shutter speed to match the brightness. Faster shutter speeds allow you to take a sharp picture of a moving subject while slower speeds create a trail effect and allow you to shoot without a flash in dark areas.
1 | Turn the power on, and set the camera to | |
| the Shutter Priority ( | page14). |
2 | Adjust the shutter speed by pressing or | |
| button. |
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3 | Press shutter button to take a picture. | |
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