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3 Press the shutter release button halfway down to compose and focus on the subject by looking through the viewfinder.

The focus indicator []] lights up when the subject is in focus.

4 Press the shutter release button completely.

The self-timer lamp starts blinking slowly and blinks rapidly two seconds before the shutter is released. Also the audible PCV signal is heard and the

rate increases for the last two seconds. The shutter will be released about 12

seconds after the shutter release button is pressed fully.

• The audible PCV signal can be turned off. See page 119.

• Exposure may be affected if light enters the viewfinder during self-timer operation in any capture mode other than a(metered manual exposure). Attach the provided viewfinder cap or use the AE lock function (see page 69).

• Remove the Eyecup FL by pulling one

Removing the Eyecup

side upward when using accessories

 

such as the viewfinder cap.

 

4 ShootingFunctions

Attaching the viewfinder cap