Recording still images
Still images are recorded in JPEG format.
Before recording still images, slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the power and insert a “Memory Stick.”
POWER switch
1Set the mode dial to 
, S, A, M or SCN.
2Press and hold the shutter button halfway down.
The image freezes momentarily, but is not yet recorded. While the AE/AF lock indicator z is flashing, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure and focus of the captured image. When the camera finishes the automatic adjustments, the AE/AF lock indicator z stops flashing, then lights up and the camera is ready for recording.*
If you release the shutter button, the recording will be canceled.
AE/AF lock indicator (green) flashes t lights up
Recording B
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