a b

d c

aPower the camera in Shooting mode (p. 21).

The [ (Rec.)] menu appears.

bTurn the shooting mode dial and set it to the desired function as shown above. cUse the zoom button to achieve the

desired composition (relative to subject size).

dPress the shutter button halfway to lock the focus, then press all the way to shoot the image.

zShooting procedures are the same as for the

mode (p. 30).

ŠSee page 174 for settings that can be changed in each shooting mode.

ŠImportant points for each function are shown below.

You can achieve a better blurring effect of the background by making sure the upper half of your subject fills the entire LCD monitor or viewfinder.

You can enhance the blurring effect of the background even more by setting the lens to its telephoto end setting.

The camera shake warning icon may appear on the LCD monitor since slower shutter speeds are frequently used in this mode. If this happens, affix the camera to a tripod.

The shutter speed slows down. Even if you use the flash, tell your subjects not to move for a few moments.

If the Night Scene mode is used to shoot mid-day

shots, the same effects as with the mode can be obtained.

The slow synchro option automatically turns on.

Always use a tripod to prevent camera shake.

Noise in the image may be more apparent with dark subjects.

Always use a tripod to prevent camera shake.

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