Still Images

Movies

tShoot fireworks (Fireworks)

zzVivid shots of fireworks.

Subjects appear larger in [] mode compared to other modes.

In [] and [S] modes, shots may look grainy because the ISO speed (=85) is increased to suit the shooting conditions.

Because the camera will shoot continuously in [] mode, hold it steady while shooting.

In [] mode, excessive camera shake or certain shooting conditions may prevent you from obtaining the desired results.

In [t] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to hold the camera still (=95).

When you use a tripod for evening scenes, shooting in [] mode instead of [] mode will give better results (=47).

Still Images

Shooting With an Underwater Focusing Range

If focusing is difficult in [S] mode (=71) with a focus range of [ ], using a focus range designed for underwater shooting can ensure optimal underwater shots.

1Configure the setting.

zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”

(=71) and choose [S].

zzPress the <q> button, choose the desired focus range (either press the <q><r> buttons or turn the <5> dial), and then press the <m> button.

2Shoot.

Focusing Range

Description

Underwater

Take close-ups of sea life, using the digital zoom for even closer

Macro

shots.

Avoid missing unexpected underwater shooting opportunities

8 Quick when shooting subjects some distance away. Especially effective for moving subjects.

fManual Focus Focus on subjects manually (=89).

Refer to “Shooting Range” (=192) for details on the range of each focus range.

In [] mode, optical zoom is set to maximum wide angle.

In [] mode, use of digital zoom may cause images to appear grainy at some resolutions (=63).

In [8] mode, subjects at close range may not be in focus. In this case, try setting the focus range to [].

[] and [8] are not available in [Tracking AF] AF frame mode (=91).

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Preliminary Notes

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Contents: Basic

Operations

Basic Guide

Advanced Guide

1

Camera Basics

2

Using GPS

Function

3

Auto Mode/

Hybrid Auto Mode

4

Other Shooting

Modes

5 P Mode

6

ModeTv, Av, and M

7

Playback Mode

8

Wi-Fi Functions

9

Setting Menu

10

Accessories

11

Appendix

Index

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