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Using the Self-Timer
Using the Self-Timer
To use the self-timer, press the selector down (
h
) and
choose from the following options:
OFF
OFF
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Option
Option
Description
Description
T
(
OFF
)
Self-timer off .
n
(
AUTO RELEASE
)
The shutter is released automatically when the camera detects the face of a cat
or dog (
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34).
o
(
AUTO RELEASE
)
The shutter is released automatically when the camera detects a human portrait
subject facing the camera. Use for portraits of babies.
S
(
10 SEC
)
The shutter is released ten seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Use for
self-portraits. The self-timer lamp on the front of the camera lights when the
timer starts and begins to blink shortly before the photo is taken.
R
(
2 SEC
)
The shutter is released two seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Use to
reduce blur caused by the camera moving when the shutter button is pressed.
The self-timer lamp will blink as the timer counts down.
