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SQT0359 (ENG)
Basics
Taking pictures with automatic settings
[Intelligent Auto] Mode
Recording mode:
This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot as the
camera optimizes settings to match the subject and recording environment.
The camera optimizes the settings and the following functions are activated
automatically.
• Automatic Scene Detection / Backlight Compensation / [Face/Eye Detection] /
Auto White Balance / Intelligent ISO sensitivity control / [Red-Eye Removal] /
[i.Zoom] / [i.Resolution] / [Stabilizer] / [i.Dynamic] / [Long Shtr NR] /
[Quick AF] / [AF Assist Lamp]
1
Press [iA] button
The camera switches to [Intelligent Auto] Mode.
• When you press the [iA] button again, the recording
mode is switched to one that is set using the
aperture ring and shutter speed dial.
2
Point the camera at the subject
• When the camera identifies the optimal scene, the
icon for each scene turns blue for 2 seconds and
then changes to the normal red indication.
• When you press and press the shutter button
halfway, AF Tracking is activated. (
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Automatic Scene Detection
When taking pictures
[i-Portrait]
[i-Scenery]
[i-Macro]
[i-Night
Portrait]
∗
1
[i-Night
Scenery]
[i-Handheld
Night Shot]
∗
2
[i-Food]
[i-Baby]
∗
3
[i-Sunset]
When scene does not correspond to any of the above
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1
When the flash (supplied/optional) is used.
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2
When [iHandheld Night Shot] is [ON]. (
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3
When children (that are registered in the camera with Face Recognition)
under 3 years old are recognized.
When recording motion pictures
[i-Portrait]
[i-Scenery]
[i-Low Light]
[i-Macro]
When scene does not correspond to any of the above