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Starting the Recording mode
How to use the Program mode

Selecting the automatic mode will confi gure the camera with optimal

settings and you can manually confi gure various functions.

1. Select the Program mode by using the
Mode dial. (p.20)
2. Point the camera towards the subject
and compose the image by using the
LCD monitor.
3. Press the Shutter button to capture an
image.
Refer to page 40-47 for more
information about the Program mode menus.
How to use the Manual mode

The user can manually set both the aperture value and the shutter

speed.

1. Select the Manual mode by using the
Mode dial. (p.20)
2. Point the camera towards the subject
and compose the image by using the
LCD monitor.
3. Press the Shutter button to capture an
image.
Refer to page 45 for more information
about the menus.
How to use the DUAL IS(Dual Image Stabilization) mode

This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get a

well exposed image in dim conditions.

1. Select the DUAL IS mode by using the
Mode dial. (p.20)
2. Point the camera towards the subject
and compose the image by using the
LCD monitor.
3. Press the Shutter button to capture an
image.
Things to watch out for using the DUAL IS mode
– The digital zoom will not operate in the DUAL IS mode.
– If the lighting conditions are brighter than fl uorescent lighting conditions,
the DUAL IS will not activate.
– If the lighting conditions are darker than in fl uorescent lighting
conditions, camera shake warning indicator ( ) will be displayed.
For best results only take pictures in situations where the camera shake
warning indicator ( ) is not displayed.
– If the subject is moving, the captured image may be blurred.
– As the DUAL IS uses the camera’s digital signal processor, it may take
a little longer for the camera to process and save the images.
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