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 such as the mode switch (page 28), the menus (page 33), and so on.
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 |
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button fully down | button halfway | Indicator flashing, |
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straight away. | down. | Indicator lit/beeps |
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To shoot a still image difficult to focus on t [Focus] (page 38)
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 steady, keeping your arms at your side. It is recommended to lean against a tree or a building nearby to steady yourself. Shooting with a
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