DIGITAL SUBJECT PROGRAMS
Digital subject programs optimize the camera’s exposure, white-
balance, and
select the appropriate subject program; the active subject program is displayed at the top of
the monitor.
Portrait - optimized to reproduce warm, soft skin tones and a slight defocusing of the background. Most portraits look best at a telephoto setting; the longer focal length does not exaggerate facial features and the shallower depth of field softens the background. Use the
Sports action - used to capture action by maximizing shutter speeds. When using flash, the subject must be within the flash range (p. 33). A monopod is more flexible and compact than a tripod when shooting events.
Landscape - optimized to produce sharp, colorful landscapes. Used with bright outdoor scenery.
Sunset - optimized to reproduce rich, warm sunsets. When the sun is above the horizon, do not point the camera toward the sun for prolonged periods of time. The intensity of the sun could damage the CCD. Between exposures, turn off the camera or cover the lens.
Night portrait - for deep, subtle night scenes. The use of a tripod is recommended. When used with flash, the subject and background exposures are balanced. The flash can only be used with close subjects such as with a portrait of a person. When using the flash, ask your subjects not to move after the burst; the shutter will still be open for the background exposure.
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