By using the LCD monitor, you can get a good idea of what the image will
look like before shooting and confirm
image quality immediately after
shooting. Use the LCD monitor when you want to take pictures using the
panorama or digital zoom features, or when taking close- ups.
Note:
❏You can turn the LCD monitor’s text display on and off by pressing the MENU ON/OFF button.
❏It is possible to make audio recordings when taking pictures using the LCD monitor. See “Making Audio Recordings for Photos” on page
❏You can use the basic playback feature when the dial switch is set to 
. See “Using the basic playback feature” on page
Follow these steps to take pictures using the LCD monitor.
1.Remove the lens cap, set the dial switch to 
, then turn on the camera. You will see a live preview displayed on the LCD monitor. Center the subject of your photo in the monitor.
Note:
❏Hold the camera firmly with both hands and keep it still for a few moments after you press the shutter button.
❏ Make sure that you are not blocking the lens with | 2 |
your finger, the strap, clothing, or other objects. |
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2.Hold the shutter button halfway down to lock the auto
focus. A small green circle 
appears in the upper- right corner of the monitor. If you wish, you can now reposition the camera, so that your subject is
When you are in the Program or Manual camera mode, the shutter speed and aperture settings are shown on the display panel on the top of the camera.
3.Depress the shutter button completely to take the photo.
4.Hold the camera still until the camera makes a clicking sound. Then release the shutter button.
Taking Pictures