Pentax 16186 - Optio E80 Digital Camera, Operating Manual

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The subject is not
in focus
The subject is difficult
to focus on with
autofocus
The camera may have difficulty in
focusing on subjects such as: low
contrast subjects (a white wall, a blue
sky, etc.), dark subjects, finely-patterned
objects, rapidly-moving objects. It is also
difficult to get proper focus when
shooting through a window or a net. Try
shooting using the focus lock (p.58).
The subject is not in
the focusing area
Locate the desired subject in the focus
frame (focusing area) in the center of the
display. If it is difficult to do so, first lock
the focus on the desired subject (focus
lock), and then move the camera to
recompose.
The flash does not
discharge
The flash mode is set
to
a
(Flash Off)
Set to Auto or
b
(Flash On) (p.84).
The drive mode is set
to
j
or
I
The focus mode is set
to s
The shooting mode is
set to
C
The flash does not discharge in these
modes.
Very occasionally, static electricity may cause camera malfunction. In
this case, remove the batteries and install them again. If the camera is
then working properly, normal operation is restored and you can
continue using the camera.
Problem Cause Remedy
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