4.Taking Pictures

1 Set the main switch on the side of the camera to ON (REC) (Figure 1).

The status LCD on the back of the camera will display the mode, which appears initially as “Hr” (Figure 2a). A few seconds later, the display will change to show the number of the pictures that can be taken (Figure 2b).

2Arrange your picture in the viewfinder and press the shut- ter button.

The camera will take a picture with a beep tone. You can continue taking pictures until the status LCD shows “00.”

(Figure 1)

 

(ERASE) OFF

ON (REC)

(Figure 2a)

(Figure 2b)

5. Selecting Modes

Use the mode switch on the side of the camera to select the required shooting mode or operation. As you press the mode switch, the camera cycles through the following setting:

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● Normal shooting mode

 

 

 

 

High-resolution mode

VGA (640 x 480 pixels) 26 images

 

 

Low-resolution mode

QVGA (320 x 240 pixels) 99 images

 

 

 

 

Modes can be changed by pressing the shutter button while “Hr” or “Lr” is displayed.

●Continuous shooting mode (movie)

Lets you take pictures continuously to play as movies using AVI Creator in Windows or QuickTimePlayer in Macintosh.

After selecting a normal shooting mode, press the mode switch once to see “Ct” on the status LCD. While “Ct” is displayed, hold the shutter button down to take continuous pictures. (For instructions on how to play movies, see page 11.)

●Self-timer mode

Takes a picture after a delay of approximately 10 seconds.

After selecting a normal shooting mode, press the mode switch twice to see “St” on the status LCD. Press the shutter button while “St” is displayed to start the delay timer.

●Clear mode

Clears all recorded image files.

After selecting a normal shooting mode, press the mode switch three times to see “CL” on the status LCD. Press the shutter button while “CL” is displayed, and the status LCD will begin blinking. Press the shutter button once again while the status LCD is blinking to clear all recorded image files.

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5D specifications

The Konica Minolta Dynax 5D, introduced in 2005, is a notable entry in the world of digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras, particularly recognized for its user-friendly features and innovative technologies. Aimed at both beginners and enthusiasts, the 5D combines accessibility with high-quality imaging performance.

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