Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector

Using the Self-timer

The self-timer is suitable for taking group shots including yourself and reducing the vibration when the shutter-release button is pressed.

When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction in the setup menu (A103) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.

1 Press J(nself-timer) on the multi selector.

2Use the multi selector to select n10s (or

n2s) and press the kbutton.

• n10s (10 seconds): suitable for group pictures.

 

• n2s (2 seconds): suitable for preventing camera

 

shake.

 

• When the shooting mode is set to Pet portrait in

 

Self-timer

scene mode, Y(pet portrait auto release) is displayed

 

 

(A44). The self-timer is not available.

 

•The mode selected for the self-timer is displayed.

•If the kbutton is not pressed within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.

3Frame the picture and press the shutter-release button halfway.

• Set the focus and exposure.

Features Shooting

4Press the shutter-release button all the way.

•The self-timer starts, and the number of seconds remaining before the shutter is released is displayed. The self-timer lamp flashes while the timer is counting down. About one second before the shutter is released, the lamp stops flashing and remains lit.

•When the shutter is released, the self-timer turns OFF.

•To stop the timer before a picture is taken, press the shutter-release button again.

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