Introduction

The Mode Dial

To select a shooting mode, align the mode icon with the mark next to the mode dial.

B(AUTO): A simple “point-and-shoot” mode recommended for fi rst-time users of digital cameras (pg. 16).

O: Improve clarity, reduce noise, increase dynamic range, or let the camera automatically adjust settings to suit the scene (pg. 41).

P (FILM SIMULATION BRACKETING): Vary f ilm simulation settings over a series of pictures (pg. 43).

P, S, A, M: Select for full control over camera settings, including aperture (M and A; pg. 49, 50) and/or shutter speed (M and S; pg. 48, 50).

C1, C2 (CUSTOM): Recall stored settings for modes P, S, A, M, and all Omodes except R(pg. 51).

F(MOVIE): Record movies with sound (pg. 59).

SP (SCENE POSITION): Choose a scene suited to the subject or shooting conditions and let the camera do the rest (pg. 44).

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