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Using the Camera
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When the focus or exposure is not suitable, the frame of the focus area turns red.
• To review the last captured image, press the
button. Press the
button to return
to Snapshot mode.
• The LCD monitor darkens in strong sunlight or bright light. This is not a malfunction.
• To prevent your images from being blurred while pressing the shutter button, always hold
the camera steady. This is especially important when you are shooting under low lighting
conditions, under which your camera may reduce the shutter speed to ensure your
images are properly exposed.
3.3.5 Using the flash
The flash is not only for taking pictures when there is insufficient light, but also when the
subject is in shade or in backlight conditions. Pressing the flash button cycles your camera
through the various flash modes. The flash will not activate when continuous shooting or
movie recording.
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode.
2. Pressing the flash button changes the flash mode. Each time the flash button is pressed,
the flash icon changes.
3. Press the shutter button to take a picture.
3.3.6 Using the self-timer and burst
Use the self-timer to set a delay from the time the shutter button is pressed to the time the
image is shot. Use the burst to record continuous still images shooting.
1. Turn the power on, and set the camera to the REC mode.
2. Open the REC menu. Use [
] / [
] to select
Drive mode
from the REC menu.
3. Change the setting. Press [
] / [
] to select a drive mode, then press
OK
.
4. Press the shutter button to take a picture.
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Flash mode
Description
Auto flash
Flash fires automatically when shooting conditions require extra
lighting.
Red-eye
reduction
Flash strobes to let the subject eyes adjust to the flash, then fires
again to take the actual image. Your camera will detect the
subject brightness and use the flash only when required.
Force on
Flash fires every time you take a photo, regardless of lighting
conditions.
Slow sync
Flash fires with a slow shutter speed.
Force off
The flash never fires even in dark situation.
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