xShooting Candlelight Portraits

When shooting a human subject in candlelight, use <x> (Candlelight). The candlelight color tones will be retained in the photo.

Shooting Tips

Use the center AF point to focus.

Aim the center AF point in the viewfinder over the subject, then shoot.

Prevent camera shake if the shutter speed in the viewfinder blinks.

Under low light when camera shake is prone to occur, the viewfinder’s shutter speed display will blink. Hold the camera steady or use a tripod. When using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end to reduce blur caused by camera shake even while handholding the camera.

Change the color tone.

You can change [Color tone]. To increase the candlelight’s reddish tinge, set it toward [Warm tone]. Set it toward [Cool tone] if it looks too red.

Live View shooting cannot be used.

Flash shooting is not possible. In low light, the AF-assist beam may be emitted (p.106).

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