Basic functions
35
Holding your camera correctly
Ensure nothing is
blocking the lens, flash, or
microphone.
Half-pressing the shutter button
Half-press [
Shutter
] and adjust the focus.
The camera adjusts the focus and exposure
automatically.
The camera sets the aperture
value and shutter speed
automatically.
Focus frame
•
Press [
Shutter
] to capture
the photo if the focus frame
appears in green.
•
Change the composition and
half-press [
Shutter
] again if the
focus frame appears in red.
Reducing camera shake
Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to reduce
camera shake optically. (p. 34)
When
is displayed
Camera shake
When you shoot in the dark, avoid setting the flash option to
Slow Sync
or
Off
. The aperture remains open longer and it may be
harder to hold the camera steady long enough to capture a clear photo.
•
Use a tripod or set the flash option to
Fill in
. (p. 65)
•
Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 67)
Tips for getting a clearer photo
