To change the shooting mode, press the Mode button on top of the camera until the desired shooting mode appears in the status screen. Alternatively, you can press the Mode button just

once and then use the

buttons to scroll to the desired

shooting mode. The following table describes each of the shooting mode settings on the camera.

Setting

Description

Auto

In this mode, the camera automatically selects the

 

best F-number (aperture) and shutter speed for the

 

scene. Auto mode works well for most shots in normal

 

situations. This mode is also useful when you need to

 

take a good shot quickly, and do not have time to

 

select a special shooting mode on the camera.

 

 

Action

In this mode, the camera uses fast shutter speeds and

 

higher ISO speeds to stop motion. Use Action mode

 

to capture sporting events, moving cars, or any scene

 

where you want to stop the action.

 

 

Landscape

In this mode, the camera combines a higher F-

 

number for better depth of field with higher saturation

 

and sharpness for a more vivid effect. Use Landscape

 

mode to capture mountain scenes or any shots with a

 

deep perspective.

 

 

Portrait

In this mode, the camera combines a smaller F-

 

number to blur the background, with lower saturation,

 

contrast, and sharpness for a more natural effect. Use

 

Portrait mode for pictures that have one or more

 

people as their primary focal point.

 

 

Beach &

This mode lets you capture bright, outdoor scenes and

Snow

balance out harsh lighting.

 

 

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