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Shooting in Scene Mode
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Features
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Other settings can be selected.
*1
Self-timer is available.
*2
Other settings can be selected.
Q
: Pictures shot in scene modes utilizing
Q
are processed automatically to reduce noise and
therefore take a longer time to record.
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Icons Used for Descriptions
The following icons are used for descriptions in this section:
X
, flash mode when the built-in flash is
raised (
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32);
n
, self-timer/smile timer/blink proof (
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35, 54);
p
, focus mode (
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36);
o
, exposure
compensation (
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39).
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Portrait
Q
Use this mode for taking portraits in which the main subject
stands out clearly. Portrait subjects exhibit smooth, natural-
looking skin tones.
•
The camera automatically detects and focuses on a face
looking toward the camera (see “Shooting with Face Priority”
(
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123) for more information).
•
If the camera detects multiple faces, the camera focuses on the face closest to the camera.
•
If no face is recognized, the camera will focus on the subject in the center of the frame.
•
The
Did someone blink?
screen may be displayed when the
Blink warning
option
(
A
149) in the setup menu is set to
On
(default setting). Press the
k
button or the
shutter-release button to return to the shooting screen. See “Operating the Did someone
blink? Screen” (
A
150) for more information.
•
Digital zoom is not available.
X
V
*
n
Off
*
p
A
o
0.0
*
c
Landscape
Q
Use this mode for vivid landscapes and cityscapes.
•
Camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release button is
pressed halfway, the focus area or focus indicator (
A
8)
always lights green; however, focus may not be set for nearby
subjects, while the camera focuses at infinity.
•
AF-assist illuminator does not light regardless of the AF assist (
A
145) setting.
X
W
n
Off
*1
p
B
o
0.0
*2
