Using Basic modes

Capture photos or record videos using basic modes. You can also use the Scene mode and the Live Panorama mode.

Using the Smart Auto mode

In Smart Auto mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it detects. The Smart Auto mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes.

1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>.

2 Select .

3 Align your subject in the frame.

•The camera automatically selects a scene. An appropriate scene icon appears at the top left of the screen. The icons are listed below.

Icon Description

Landscapes

Scenes with bright white backgrounds

Icon Description

Landscapes at night

Portraits at night

Landscapes with backlighting

Portraits with backlighting

Portraits

Close-up photos of objects

Close-up photos of text

Sunsets

Blue skies

Forested areas

Close-up photos of colorful subjects

Camera is stabilized or on a tripod (when shooting in the dark)

Actively moving subjects

Fireworks (when using a tripod)

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