Using the Self-Timer, Tips for Better Pictures

Using the Self-Timer

1.Use a tripod (tripod socket [17]) or place the camera on another firm support.

2.Lift the lens cover/flash (2), ➍ completely up.

3.Press the enter/self-timer button (13) to the self-timer (23) position.

4.Press the shutter button (1). The self-timer lamp (4) will “blink” 10 seconds before the picture is taken.

NOTE: If you want to stop the self-timer operation before the picture is taken, press the self-timer button again or close the lens cover/flash.

•Hold the camera steady when taking pictures

•Keep your pictures simple. Move close enough to your subject so it fills the viewfinder but not closer than 2 ft (0.60 m).

•Take pictures at the subject’s level. Kneel down to take pictures of children and pets.

•Hold your camera vertically to capture tall, narrow subjects, such as a waterfall, skyscraper, or single person.

•Add interest to your picture by framing it with a tree branch, window, or even the rails of a fence.

•Keep the sun behind you for best subject illumination.