Konica Minolta Z3 instruction manual Handling the camera, Using the zoom lens

BASIC RECORDING

This section covers the basic operation of this camera. Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the operations in this section before moving on to the other sections in the manual.

Turn on the camera. Set the mode switch to a recording position.

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. Take care not to cover the lens with your fingers or the strap.

Using the zoom lens

Zoom scale

The zoom lever controls the lens (1). Sliding the lever to the right (T) will zoom in to the telephoto position of the lens. Sliding the lever to the left (W) will zoom out to the wide-angle position.

1After zooming, the zoom scale is dis- played briefly. If the digital zoom is active, the yellow section of the scale indicates the digital-zoom range.

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