[REC] mode: ñ
Taking pictures using the automatic function
(ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode)
The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily.
•The following functions are activated automatically.
–Scene detection/[STABILIZER]/[INTELLIGENT ISO]/Face detection/[QUICK AF]/ [I.EXPOSURE]/Digital
•The status indicator 3 lights when you turn this
unit on 2. (It turns off after about 1 second.) (1: Shutter button)
OFF ON
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!]. 
Set the mode dial to [ñ].
Hold this unit gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart.
A Flash
B AF assist lamp
Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
1
•The focus indication 1 (green) lights when the subject is focused.
• The AF area 2 is displayed around the subject’s face by the face detection function. In other cases, it is displayed at the point on the subject which is in focus.
•The focus range is 5 cm (Wide)/1 m (Tele) to ¶.
2
Press the shutter button fully (push it in further), and take the picture.
•The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the
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