Using the Self-Timer

Use the timer for self-portraits or to prevent blur caused by camera shake.

1 Press MENU/OK in shooting mode to display the shooting menu. Press the command dial up or down to highlight BSELF-TIMERand press MENU/OK.

2 Press the command dial up or down to highlight one of the following options and press MENU/OK to select.

Option

Description

 

The shutter is released two seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Use

R2 SEC

to reduce blur caused by the camera moving when the shutter button is

 

pressed.

 

 

S10 SEC

The shutter is released ten seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Use

 

for photographs in which you wish to appear yourself.

OFF

Self-timer off.

3 Press the shutter button halfway to focus.

Q Stand behind the camera when using the shutter button. Standing in front of the lens can interfere with focus and exposure.

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