Still Images
Changing the Focus Setting
You can change default camera operation of constantly focusing on subjects it is aimed at, even when the shutter button is not pressed. Instead, you can limit camera focusing to the moment you press the shutter button halfway.
zzPress the <n> button, choose [Continuous AF] on the [4] tab, and then choose [Off] (=24).
On | Helps avoid missing sudden photo opportunities, because the camera | ||
constantly focuses on subjects until you press the shutter button halfway. | |||
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Off | Conserves battery power, because the camera does not focus constantly. | ||
| Still Images | Movies | |
Shooting with the AF Lock
The focus can be locked. After you lock the focus, the focal position will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button.
1 Lock the focus.
zzWith the shutter button pressed halfway, press the <q> button.
zzThe focus is now locked, and [f] and the MF indicator are displayed.
zzTo unlock the focus, hold the shutter button halfway down and press the <q> button again.
2Compose the shot and shoot.
Flash
Still Images
Changing the Flash Mode
You can change the flash mode to match the shooting scene. For details on the flash range, see “Flash Range” (=129).
1Lift the flash.
2Configure the setting.
zzPress the <r> button, choose a flash mode (either press the <q><r> buttons or turn the <5> dial), and then press the <m> button.
zzThe option you configured is now displayed.
•The setting screen cannot be accessed by pressing the <r> button
when the flash is lowered. Lift the flash with your finger in advance.
[ 
] Auto
Fires automatically in
[h] On
Fires for each shot.
[Z] Slow Synchro
Fires to illuminate the main subject (such as people) while shooting at a slower shutter speed to illuminate backgrounds out of flash range.
Cover
Before Use
Common Camera Operations
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1 | Camera Basics |
2 | Auto Mode |
3 | Other Shooting |
Modes | |
4 | P Mode |
5 ModeTv, Av, and M | |
6 | Playback Mode |
7 | Setting Menu |
8 | Accessories |
9 | Appendix |
Index
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