Enjoying the camera
Basic techniques for better images
Focus | Exposure | Color | Quality |
This section describes the basics so you can enjoy your camera. It tells you how to use various camera functions by touching the buttons on the screen.
| Focus | Focusing on a subject successfully |
When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down.
Press the shutter | Press the shutter | AE/AF lock indicator | Then press the | ||
button fully down | button halfway | Flashing indicator, | shutter button | ||
straight away. | down. | Indicator lit/beeps | fully down. | ||
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To shoot a still image difficult to focus on t [Focus] (page 34)
If the image looks blurred even after focusing, it may be because of camera shake. t See “Hints for preventing blur” (as follows).
Hints for preventing blur
Hold the camera steadily, keeping your arms at your side. Also, you can stabilize the camera by leaning against a tree or a building beside you. Using a tripod, and using the flash in dark places are also recommended.
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