Mode Dial

The Mode Dial is used to select the recording and play modes.

(Off)

Turn the dial to this position when the camera is not being used. The lens cover will close and the camera will power down. (p. 26)

(Auto Mode)

A recording mode in which the camera automatically selects most of the settings. (p. 30)

(Manual Mode)

A recording mode in which the image compression and resolution, exposure compensation and white balance can be manually selected. (p. 35)

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(Image Mode)

A recording mode with settings adjusted to specific circumstances, such as landscapes, night scenes and black and white images. (p. 36)

(Stitch Assist Mode)

A recording mode that facilitates the creation of a multi-frame panorama that you merge with the supplied software. (p. 37)

(Play Mode)

The mode that allows images recorded on a CF card to be replayed and erased. (pp. 33, 50)

(PC Mode)

The mode for exchanging image files with a connected computer. (See the Software Starter Guide)

“PC” will appear in the display panel when a connection to a computer is established.

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Canon S20 operating instructions Mode Dial