User Guide

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RECORDING - ADVANCED OPERATION
Scene selection
In the scene-selection recording mode, the camera settings can be optimized to certain subjects
with the menu. See page 34 on how to change the camera mode.
On the scene-selection menu, select the appropriate scene-selec-
tion setting. See page 36 for information on menu operation.
Portrait - optimized to reproduce warm, soft skin tones and a slight defocusing of the back-
ground. Most portraits look best at a telephoto setting; the longer focal length does not exag-
gerate facial features and the shallower depth of field softens the background. Use fill flash
with strong direct sunlight or backlight to reduce harsh shadows.
Sports - used to capture action by maximizing shutter speeds. When using flash, the subject
must be within the flash range (p. 47).
Scenery - focus is optimized for landscapes. The use of a tripod is recommended in twilight
or overcast conditions. The flash is canceled.
Night - for deep, subtle night scenes. The use of a tripod is recommended. When used with
fill flash, the subject and background exposures are balanced. The flash can only be used
with close subjects such as with a portrait of a person. When using the flash, ask your sub-
jects not to move after the burst; the shutter may still be open for the background exposure.
Snapshot - for quick effortless images. The subject must be between 0.8m and 2.5m (2.6 ft. -
8.2ft.) away. for best results, use the wide-angle position of the zoom.
Angel - creates a soft, luminous complexion with portraits.
When set, a monitor indicator shows the active setting.
Scene selection indicator