Minolta 800si instruction manual Portrait Mode, Landscape Mode

PORTRAIT MODE

Use Portrait mode when photographing people. Portrait photography benefits from a shallow depth-of-field. A shallow depth-of- field separates the subject from the background. In portrait mode, the camera is set to achieve this effect.

Press and hold the subject- program button.

Turn either control dial until appears alone in the data panel.

Release the subject-program button.

Tips:

•Use a lens in the mid-telephoto range.

•Use flash when your subject is backlit or there are strong shadows across the face.

LANDSCAPE MODE

Select Landscape mode for scenic, landscape, or travel photographs. Landscape photography generally requires a large depth-of-field to make sure the entire scene is in focus. To achieve this, the camera sets the smallest aperture possible while maintaining a fast shutter speed to prevent blur.

Press and hold the subject- program button.

Turn either control dial until appears alone in the data panel.

Release the subject-program button.

Tips:

•Use a wide angle lens to create a feeling of depth in the photograph.

•Use flash when a subject in the foreground is backlit or has strong shadows across the face. If there is no subject in the foreground, do not use flash.

•Use a tripod, especially at slower shutter speeds.

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