Using face detection

Capturing a self portrait shot

Capture photos of yourself. The focus distance will be set to close-up and your camera will emit a beep.

Capturing a smile shot

The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face.

1 In a Shooting mode, touch → Face Detection. 2 Touch Self-Portrait to select it.

3 When you hear a quick beep, press [Shutter].

When faces are located in the center, the camera beeps rapidly.

1 In a Shooting mode, touch → Face Detection. 2 Touch Smile Shot to select it.

3 Compose your shot.

•The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face.

When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect the smile more easily.

If you turn Volume off in the sound settings, the camera will not emit a beep. (p. 113)

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