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The following modes (appropriate for the condition) a re set just by pointing the unit to what you want
to record.
*1 In Motion Picture Recording Mode only
*2 In Still Picture Recording Mode only
≥Depending on the recording conditions, the unit ma y not enter the desired mode.
≥In the Portrait, Spotlight, or Low Light Mode, the face will be surrounded by a white frame when
detected. In the Portrait Mode, a subject that is bigger and close to center of the screen will be
surrounded by an orange frame. (l67)
≥Using a tripod is recommended in Night Scenery Mode.
≥Faces cannot be detected depending on the recordi ng conditions, such as when faces are of
certain sizes or at certain tilts or when digital zoom is used.
Basic
Intelligent Auto Mode
Mode Effect
Portrait Faces are detected and focused automatically, and the brightness is
adjusted so it is recorded clearly.
Scenery The whole landscape will be recorded vividly without whiting out the
background sky, which may be very bright.
*1 Spotlight Very bright object is recorded clearly.
*1 Low Light It can record very clearly even in a dark room or twilight.
*2 Night Scenery You can record night scenery vividly by slowing the shutter speed.
*2 Macro This allows recording at very close proximity to the object of reco rding.
*1
*2 Normal
Normal In modes other than those described ab ov e , the c on t ra st is ad j us te d to
give a clear picture.
≥Pressing the Intelligent auto button when other
Recording Modes are set will change to Intelligent
Auto Mode.

Intelligent auto button

Pressing the Intelligent auto button can change
the Recording Mode. (l43)