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3 Look through the viewfinder to view the subject.

A zoom lens can be used to change the size of the subject in the viewfinder. (p.68)

4 Position the subject inside the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway.

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The autofocus system operates.

The focus indicator ]appears and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus (focus lock).

The AF assist light turns on in a dark or backlit location, but the flash does not pop up automatically. If the flash is necessary, the flash status Eblinks in the viewfinder. Press the Ebutton to pop up the flash.

1Using the Built-in Flash (p.69)

Flash

Focus indicator

status

 

Operations Basic

1Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point) (p.113)

5 Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

This action is referred to as “releasing the shutter” or “release”.

6 Review the captured image on the monitor.

The image appears for 1 second on the monitor shortly after capturing (Instant Review).

1Setting the Display for Instant Review (p.259)

You can magnify the image during Instant Review with the rear e-dial (S). (p.211)

You can delete the image during Instant Review by pressing the i button.

1Deleting a Single Image (p.74)