The subject is overexposed

zSet the exposure compensation to a

because the surroundings

negative (–) setting (p. 49).

are too dark.

zUse the spot metering functions

 

(p. 48).

 

 

Too much light is shining

zChange the shooting angle.

directly into the camera, or

 

 

 

is being reflected off the

 

 

 

subject.

 

 

 

Flash is set to on.

zSet the flash to

 

(Flash off)

 

(Basic Guide p.

12)

.

Image contains noise.

ISO speed is too high. zHigher ISO speeds and (High ISO Auto) setting may increase image noise. For higher image quality, use as low an ISO speed as possible (p. 53).

zIn , , and ,

modes in the mode, the ISO speed increases and noise can appear.

White dots appear on the image.

Light from the flash has reflected off dust particles or insects in the air. This is particularly noticeable when shooting using the wide angle or when you increase the aperture value in the aperture-priority Av mode.

zThis is a phenomenon that occurs with digital cameras and does not constitute a malfunction.

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