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Shooti
ng functions – V
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ious shooting functi
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This function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. You can set the camera to release the
shutter after either 12 or 2 seconds. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer shooting.
Setting self-timer
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Control dial
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Y
12s
12-second self-timer
Y
2s
2-second self-timer
• When settings are made with the
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button, the information is also
displayed on the viewfinder.
Using the self-timer
Press the shutter button all the way.
• A picture is taken.
• When
Y
12s
is selected:
First, the self-timer lamp lights up for approximately 10 seconds, then
it blinks for approximately 2 seconds and the picture is taken.
• When
Y
2s
is selected:
The self-timer lamp blinks for approximately 2 seconds, then the
picture is taken.
• To cancel the activated self-timer, press the
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Y
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button.
Eyepiece cover
When shooting without looking through the viewfinder, attach the eyepiece cover to the
viewfinder so that light does not enter the viewfinder. Attach the eyepiece cover after removing
the eyecup as illustrated. The same applies when replacing with an optional eyecup.
Self-timer shooting
Direct buttons
Control panel screen
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Notes
• Do not press the shutter button while standing in front of the camera; this could result in
the subject being out of focus since focusing is performed when the shutter button is
pressed halfway.
: 12-second self-timer
: 2-second self-timer
Viewfinder
Self-timer lamp
Eyepiece cover
Eyecup