
Size] to [M] or [S].
Zoom functions other than the optical zoom are not available when shooting in the following situations:
[Sweep Panorama]
[Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Smile Shutter]
[Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG]
You cannot use the Smart Zoom function with movies.
When a motor zoom lens is mounted, you cannot use [Zoom] from MENU. If you enlarge images past the zoom range of the optical zoom, the product automatically switches to [Zoom].
When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, the [Focus Area] setting is disabled and the focus area frame is shown by the dotted line. The AF operates with priority on and around the center area. Also, [Metering Mode] is fixed to [Multi].
[33] How to Use
Using shooting functions
Using the zoom
Zoom Setting
You can select the zoom setting of the product.
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zoom Setting] → desired setting.
Menu item details
Optical zoom only (default setting):
Optical zoom is activated. You can use the Smart Zoom function if you set [Image Size] to
[M]or [S].
On:ClearImage Zoom:
Even if the zoom range of the optical zoom is exceeded, the product magnifies images within
the range in which image quality does not deteriorate significantly.
On:Digital Zoom:
When the zoom range of the [Clear Image Zoom] is exceeded, the product magnifies images to the largest scale. However, the image quality will deteriorate.
Note
Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate.
[34] How to Use
Using shooting functions
Using the zoom