RECORDING MODE - BASIC OPERATION

This section covers basic recording operation. To prepare the camera for use, read pages 14 through 21.

HANDLING THE CAMERA

While using the viewfinder or LCD monitor, grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the camera 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 shutter-release button to the top. Take care not to cover the lens with your fingers or the strap.

SETTING THE CAMERA TO RECORD IMAGES

1

Turn the camera on by pressing the main switch

 

near the shutter-release button (1).

2

Turn the mode dial to the record-

 

ing position (2).

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