Minolta 2163-910, 2084401, 9222-2163-11 SUBJECT-PROGRAM Selection, Close-up, Sports

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SUBJECT-PROGRAM SELECTION

Close-up

Use close-up mode when photographing small objects like flowers or jewelry. In close-up mode, the camera automatically sets the best possible aperture and shutter speed for close-up photography.

•Focusing time can be longer with macro lenses.

Press the subject-program

button until the subject-

program indicator points to

.

• Use a tripod to reduce camera shake.

•For best results in close-up photography use a macro lens or a macro capable zoom lens.

•Do not use the built-in flash if your subject is closer than 1.0m (3.3 ft.). The flash exposure will be overexposed. See flash range, p. 36.

•At close distances, the lens or len hood may block the flash, creating a shadow at the bottom of your image (lens shadowing, p. 36). The use of an accessory flash is recommended.

•Make sure the subject is not closer than the minimum focusing distance of lens. Refer to the owner’s manual of your lens.

Sports

Fast shutter speeds are needed to stop action. In sports mode, the camera will set the fastest possible shutter speed and continually adjust the focus to track fast-moving subjects.

SUBJECT / DRIVE

Press the subject-program

button until the subject-

program indicator points to

.

• The camera continues to focus as long as the shutter-release button is pressed partway down. Continuous AF (p.73) is used.

•The built-in flash is only effective when your subject is within the flash range. When the subject is not within the range, use flash cancel (p.37).

•The use of fast film is recommended.

•Mount the camera on a tripod or monopod when using telephoto lenses.

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