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Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode

Macro Mode

Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 3cm (1.2 in.). Note
that the flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than
30cm (1 ft.).
1Press p (macro mode).
The macro menu is displayed.
2Press the multi selector H or I to choose ON
and press the k button.
The macro mode icon (F) is displayed.
If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button
within a few seconds, the selection will be cancelled.
3Rotate the zoom control to frame the picture.
The camera can focus at a distance of 3cm (1.2 in.) at the
zoom position at which F and the zoom indicator glow
green (the zoom indicator is positioned to the left of K).
CAutofocus
In macro mode, the camera focuses continuously until focus is locked when the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway. Therefore, the sound of lens drive movement can be heard.
CThe Macro Mode Setting
The macro mode setting applied in A (auto) mode is stored in the camera’s memory even after the
camera is turned off, and reapplied the next time A (auto) mode is selected.
Macro mode