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Setting the Shooting Mode
CHECK
• When setting the [. SPORT] mode, the camera sets to [ QUICK AF] (➝p.71) automatically.
• Use a tripod to prevent camera shake for [/ NIGHT] ([ LONG EXPOSURE]) and [ FIREWORKS], as a slow shutter speed
is used.
• Shutter speed setting for [ FIREWORKS]: 1/2 sec. to 4 sec.
• Check whether photography is permitted before using the [ MUSEUM] mode.
• Focal range for [ FLOWER]:
Wide angle: Approx. 7 cm to 2 m (2.8 in. to 6.6 ft.)
Telephoto: Approx. 30 cm to 2 m (1.0 ft. to 6.6 ft.)
• Focal range for [ TEXT]:
Wide angle: Approx. 7 cm to 2 m (2.8 in. to 6.6 ft.)
Telephoto: Approx. 30 cm to 2 m (1.0 ft. to 6.6 ft.)
[ UNDERWATER]
Use this mode for shooting with a waterproof case (sold separately). It is effective for
taking more vivid shots of ocean blue.
[ MUSEUM]
Use this mode for taking pictures in places such as museum where the use of flash and
making an operation sound and a shutter sound are restricted. Flash mode is forcibly set
to Suppressed flash, and operation sound, shutter sound, and self-timer lamp are off.
[ PARTY]
Use this mode for shooting at indoor wedding and party. This mode produces beautiful
images that retain the natural ambience when shots are taken in low-light conditions.
[ FLOWER]
Use this mode to take clear close-up shots when zooming up a flower. It is effective for
taking more vivid shots of flower petal.
[ TEXT]
Use this mode to shoot documents and white board. It is effective for taking clearer
shots.
Scene position Functions