Common, Convenient Features

• The zoom factor cannot be adjusted by pressing the <> button (=56) while you are holding down the <> button.

•Changing the composition of the shot significantly or making other adjustments may reduce the effectiveness of image stabilization.

In this case, [] will be shown in gray. If this occurs, release the <> button, compose the shot, and then press it again.

•Correct movie shooting is not possible if you start shooting a

movie while holding down the <> button, because the shot composition may be changed as the level of image stabilization changes.

• Although no image stabilization icon is shown while you are holding down the <> button, optimal image stabilization will be applied when you press the shutter button halfway.

•To fine-tune the size of subjects gradually, move the zoom lever while holding down the <> button.

Still Images

Movies

Using the Self-Timer

With the self-timer, you can include yourself in group photos or other timed shots. The camera will shoot about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button.

1Configure the setting.

zzPress the <r> button, choose []] (either press the <q><r> buttons or turn the <5> dial), and then press the <m> button.

XXOnce the setting is complete, []] is displayed.

2Shoot.

zzFor Still Images: Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, and then press it all the way down.

zzFor Movies: Press the movie button.

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