Advanced (Recording pictures)
∫Technique for Fireworks mode
•Since the shutter speed becomes slower, we recommend using a tripod.
•This mode is most effective when the subject is 10 m (32.8 feet) or more away.
•The shutter speed becomes the following.
–When the optical image stabilizer is set to [OFF]: Maximum 2 second
–When the optical image stabilizer is set to [MODE1] or [MODE2]:
Maximum 1/4th of a second or 2 second (The shutter speed becomes a maxiumum of 2 second only when the camera has determined that there is little jitter such as when using a tripod etc.)
•Histograms are always displayed in orange. (P36)
•The flash setting is fixed to Forced OFF [ 
].
•The setting on the AF assist lamp is disabled.
•ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO100].
•The following cannot be used.
–[W.BALANCE]
–[SLOW SHUTTER]
[SNOW]
Press [ MENUSET ] to display the [SCENE MODE] menu and select a scene mode. (P46) This allows you to take pictures that show the snow as white as possible at a ski resort or a
• The white balance cannot be set.
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[AERIAL PHOTO]
Press [ MENUSET ] to display the [SCENE MODE] menu and select a scene mode. (P46) This mode allows you to take pictures through an airplane window.
∫Technique for Aerial photo mode
•We recommend using this technique if it is difficult to focus when taking pictures of clouds etc. Aim the camera at something with high contrast, press the shutter button halfway to fix the focus and then aim the camera at the subject and press the shutter button fully to take the picture.
•Turn the camera off when taking off or landing.
•When using the camera, follow all instructions from the cabin crew.
•Be careful about the reflection from the window.
•The flash setting is fixed to Forced OFF [ 
].
•The setting on the AF assist lamp is disabled.
•The white balance cannot be set.
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