Starting the recording mode

How to use the PROGRAM mode ( ) Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings. You can still manually configure all functions except the iris and shutter speed.

Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode.

5.Select the PROGRAM mode by rotating the mode dial.

6.Press the menu button to configure advanced functions such as image size (p.48), quality (p.49), metering (p.50), number of pictures in continuous shooting (p.50), picture effects (p.51), sharpness (p.52).

7.Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor.

8.Press the shutter button to capture an image.

How to use the A/S/M mode ( )

In this mode you can select the shutter speed or aperture value to your preference. Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode.

5.Select the A/S/M mode by rotating the mode dial.

6.Press the menu button and select the [ASM] menu tab.

7.Use the Up/Down buttons to select A (Aperture priority), S (shutter priority), or M (Manual mode).

Press the OK button to confirm.

*Please see page 40 for details on Aperture and Shutter speed setting

8.Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor.

9.Press the shutter button to capture an image.

[ PROGRAM mode ]

[ A/S/M mode ]

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