SUBJECT PROGRAMS

Subject programs optimize the camera system

2 for specific conditions or subjects. Five subject programs are available.

1

Turn the mode dial (1) to the subject program position.

Use the control dial (2) to select the appropriate program; the active program is displayed at the top of the data panel.

Not all camera functions can be selected with subject programs.

Portrait - optimized to create sharp images of the subject with a soft background. Most portraits look best at a telephoto setting; the long focal length does not exaggerate facial features and the shallow depth of field separates the subject from the background. Use fill flash (p. 24) with strong direct sunlight or backlight to reduce harsh shadows.

Landscape - optimized to create sharp landscape photographs, while maintaining a shutter speed fast enough to prevent blurring from camera shake. For best results zoom to a wide-angle setting or use a wide-angle lens. Include a foreground subject or detail to create a feeling of depth in the picture.

When taking a portrait within a landscape, use fill flash (p.

24)with strong direct sunlight or backlight to reduce harsh shadows, see flash range on page 25. The flash will have no effect on the landscape. The use of a tripod is recommended.

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