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Auto Mode
More on Shooting
Macro Mode
Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 1cm (0.4 in.). Note
that the flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than
50cm (1 ft. 8 in.).
When using A (auto) mode, follow the procedure below. Macro mode can also
be used with some scene modes (A39, 40, 41).
1Press p (macro mode) on the multi selector.
•The macro menu is displayed.
2Press the multi selector H or I to select ON,
and press k.
The macro mode icon (F) is displayed.
If a setting is not applied by pressing k within a few
seconds, the selection is cancelled.
3Use the zoom control and frame the picture.
The camera can focus at distances as close as 1 cm
(0.4in.) from the lens when F and the zoom indicator
glow green (zoom indicator is positioned near K).
Macro mode
CAutofocus
When shooting still images using macro mode, the camera focuses continuously until the shutter-
release button is pressed halfway to lock the focus. A sound will be heard while the camera focuses.
CThe Macro Mode Setting
•G (easy auto) mode: Changes to macro mode when the camera selects i. The macro mode
button on the multi selector cannot be used.
•Scene mode: The default setting depends on the scene menu (A35). Macro mode is turned on
when k Close-up or u Food are selected in scene mode.
•F (smart portrait) mode, d (sport continuous) mode: Macro mode cannot be used.
•When shooting mode is A (auto) mode, the macro mode setting is saved even if the camera is
turned off.