Adjusting the A(Auto) Mode setting

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pMacro Mode

A(auto) MTap the left tab MpMacro 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 30 cm (1 ft.).

1 Tap o.

Macro mode

 

On

ON OFF

2Rotate the zoom control to frame the picture.

The closest possible shooting distance may vary according to the zoom position. The camera can focus at distance of 3 cm (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).

BNote on Macro Mode Setting

There are functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings that Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously” (A 77) 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. Therefore, the sound of lens drive movement can be heard.

CThe Macro Mode Setting

•In G (easy auto) mode, the camera enters macro mode when iis selected.

•In scene mode, the setting varies depending on the selected scene (A62). The camera enters macro mode when kClose-upor uFood is selected.

54 • In Fsmart portrait mode, macro mode is disabled.