Taking Pictures

Using Macro Mode

Your camera is equipped with a macro function that allows you to focus on very close subjects. In macro mode you can focus on subjects 10 cm from the lens when in the maximum wide angle (zoomed out) setting and 50 cm in the maximum telephoto (zoomed in) setting.

When in Photo mode, press the MACRO

button on the back of the camera to enter

Macro mode. The macro mode icon appears on the LCD screen when in Macro mode.

Macro mode icon

Macro Button

To leave Macro Mode, press the MACRO button again.

NOTES:

•Distances referred to measure the distance between the camera lens surface and the subject.

•Auto and Red-Eye Reduction flash modes cannot be used in Macro mode.

Using the Self-Timer

Your camera has a self-timer that allows you to take pictures of yourself. When the self- timer function is enabled, there is a 10 second delay between the shutter being pressed and the picture being taken.

1.To enable the self-timer function, press the self-timer button until the self-timer symbol appears on the LCD display.

2.Place the camera in a stable position, preferably on a tripod.

3.Compose your shot as normal.

4.When you are happy with the picture, press the shutter button.

5.The camera takes a picture 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. You will hear some beeps, indicating that the self-timer is active.

Self-timer icon

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