Using the Basic Shooting Functions

pMacro Mode

Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 3 cm (1.2 in.). Note that the flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.).

1Tap the left tab to display the setting controls

(A14) and tap the macro mode icon.

2 Tap o.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Macro mode

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tap Jto return to the previous screen.

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To hide the setting controls after applying the setting, tap the tab again.

3Rotate the zoom control to the zoom position

at which Fand the zoom indicator glow green.

The closest possible shooting distance may vary according to the zoom position. In the zoom position where the Ficon and zoom indicator glow green (near

the Gicon), the camera can focus on subjects as close as 3 cm (1.2 in.) from the lens.

BNote on Macro Mode Setting

There are functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings That Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously” (A80) for more information.

CAutofocus

When taking still pictures in macro mode, the camera continuously adjusts the focus until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to lock the focus. The sound of the camera focusing can be heard.

CThe Macro Mode Setting

Mode (Auto) APlayback: and Photography Basic

When using A(auto) mode, the macro mode setting is saved in the camera’s memory even if the

 

camera is turned off.

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