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Taking Pictures (AUTO Mode)This section describes the basic operations.
1Turn the camera on.
AOpen the lens cover completely so that it will not move
further.
BSet the Mode switch to q.
Holding the camera correctly
CAUTION
• Moving the camera while shooting gives a blurred
picture (camera shake). Hold the camera steadily with
both hands.
• If the lens or flash is obscured by your fingers or the
strap, subjects may be out of focus or the brightness
(exposure) of your shot may be incorrect.
• Check that the lens is clean. If it is dirty (getting
fingerprints on the lens etc.), clean the lens as informed
on p.127.
Continued Q
•Power-ON
Brace your elbows
against your sides and
hold the camera with both
hands.
Do not cover the lens or
flash with your fingers.
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