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.

1Rotate the mode dial to T.

2Align 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

LandscapesScenes with bright white backgroundsLandscapes at nightPortraits at night

Icon Description

Portraits with backlightingPortraitsClose-up photos of objectsClose-up photos of textSunsetsIndoors, darkPartially litClose-up with spot lightingPortraits with spot lightingBlue skiesForested areasClose-up photos of colorful subjectsFireworks (when using a tripod)Camera is stabilized or on a tripod (when shooting in the dark)*Actively moving subjects*

* This icon appears next to the scene icon.

Landscapes with backlighting

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