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Recording
Close-up Pictures
Applicable modes:
This mode allows you to take close-up pictures, e.g. of flowers. You can take pictures of a
subject as close as 1cm /
3
/
8
q
from the lens with the shortest focal length setting
(1
k
magnification; utmost W position).
Set the focus selector switch to [AF
#
].
•
In AF Macro Mode, [
#
] is displayed.
Notes
•
We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer.
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We recommend setting the flash mode to [
Œ
] (close the flash) when you take pictures at close
range.
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If the distance between the camera and the subject is beyond the focus range of the camera, the
picture may not be properly focused even if the focus indication lights up.
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When a subject is close to the camera, the depth of field, i.e. the area rendered sharply is
significantly reduced. Therefore, if the distance between the camera and the subject is changed after
focusing on the subject, it may become difficult to focus on it again.
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Macro Mode gives priority to a subject close to the camera. Therefore, if the distance between the
camera and the subject for a following shot is much greater, it takes longer to focus on it.
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When you take pictures at close range, the resolution of the periphery of the picture may decrease
slightly. This is not a malfunction.
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If the lens becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, it may not be able to focus on the subject correctly.
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It is not possible to set AF Macro Mode in the following cases.
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In all Scene Modes except [3D Photo Mode]
