hUsing the Self-Timer

To use the self-timer, press the selector down (h) and choose from the following options:

 

 

P

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OFF

 

 

 

 

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

Option

 

 

Description

T(OFF)

Self-timer off.

o(AUTO RELEASE) The shutter is released automatically when the camera detects a human portrait subject facing the camera. Use for portraits of babies.

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

S(10 SEC) self-portraits. The self-timer lamp on the front of the camera lights when the timer starts and begins to blink shortly before the photo is taken.

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

R(2 SEC) reduce blur caused by the camera moving when the shutter button is pressed. The self-timer lamp will blink as the timer counts down.

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