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 dial (page 21), the HOME screen (page 33), the menus (page 35), 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 | |
button fully down | button halfway | ||
suddenly. | down. | flashing , lit/beeps | |
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Then press the shutter button fully down.
To shoot a still image difficult to focus on t [Focus] (page 42)
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 blurHold 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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