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SUBJECT-PROGRAM SELECTION

BASIC OPERATION

Portrait

Portraits have the greatest impact when a shallow depth-of-field is used to separate the subject from the background. Depth-of-field is the area in front of and behind the subject that appears sharp. In portrait mode, the necessary settings are made automatically, leaving you free to capture the perfect expression.

Press the subject-program button until the subject-program indicator points to the portrait mode.

• For best results use the telephoto setting of the lens.

• Use fill flash (p. 35) when your subject is backlit or has strong shadows across the face.

•Focus on your subject’s eyes and be ready to capture the perfect expression.

•Use night portrait mode (p. 40) with subjects at night.

Landscape

Landscape photography requires a large depth- of-field to make sure the subject and background are in focus. This mode uses the greatest depth-of-field possible, while maintaining a shutter speed fast enough to prevent blurring from camera shake.

Press the subject-program button until the subject-program indicator points to the landscape mode.

• Use fill flash when a subject in the foreground is backlit or has strong shadows across the face.

• Flash has no effect on landscape pictures.

•For best results use a wide-angle zoom setting or lens. Include a foreground subject or detail to create depth.

•The use of a tripod is recommended.

•Use night portrait mode (p. 40) with scenery at night.

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