Shooting – The Basics

zA custom white balance setting (p. 85) cannot

be set in mode. To use a custom white balance setting, first set it in another Shooting mode.

zThe settings in place for the first image are locked in and cannot be changed for subsequent shots.

zA TV cannot be used as the monitor for shooting in this mode.

See page 159 for settings that can be changed in this mode.

Special Scene Mode

Mode Dial

By simply selecting one of the following

8 modes, you can shoot the image with the most appropriate settings for the scene.

 

Appropriate for shooting images with

Foliage

flowers, leaves or trees to enhance

 

color.

 

Appropriate for shooting the subject

Snow

against the backdrop of snowy

mountains while preventing dark

 

 

subjects and bluish backgrounds.

 

Appropriate for shooting scenes by

Beach

the sea or on sunlit sandy beaches

 

while preventing dark subjects.

Fireworks

Appropriate for shooting fireworks

clearly with the optimal exposure.

 

 

Appropriate for shooting images with

 

the Waterproof Case WP-DC60

 

(sold separately). This mode uses

Underwater

an optimal white balance setting to

 

reduce bluish tones and record

 

images with natural hues. The flash

 

is controlled to fire as seldom as

 

possible.

 

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Canon A510, A520 manual Special Scene Mode, By simply selecting one of the following

A510, A520 specifications

The Canon A510 is a compact digital camera that was introduced as part of Canon's popular PowerShot A series, well-known for balancing user-friendliness with functionality. This camera is aimed at both novice photographers and those with a bit more experience, striking an appealing balance through its features and affordability.

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