Viewfinder

 

 

 

Because the optical viewfinder and the lens are slightly

Close-framing guide

separated, the image seen through one is not exactly

 

 

 

the same as the other; this is called parallax. Parallax

 

 

 

can cause errors in framing at close distances and is

 

 

 

more pronounced at longer focal lengths. When the sub-

 

 

 

ject is closer than 0.4m (1.3ft) in the macro mode, the

 

 

 

use of the LCD monitor is recommended because it

 

 

 

does not suffer from parallax. If the viewfinder is used,

 

 

 

point the camera slightly upwards so that the top of the

 

 

 

image is aligned with the close-framing guide.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Handling the camera

While using the viewfinder or LCD monitor, grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the body with your left. Keep your elbows at your side and your feet shoulder-width apart to hold the camera steadily.

When taking vertical pictures, hold the camera so that the flash is above the lens with the grip to the top. Take care not to cover the lens with your fingers or the strap.

Indicator lamp

The indicator lamp glows green when the camera is turned on. When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, it shows the focus and flash status. See page 22 for the details.

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