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Questions:
Question:
Which shooting mode should I use？ [ Shooting mode, Scenes ]
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" iAUTO " mode is recommended for regular photography.
In " iAUTO " mode, the camera automatically adjusts the settings.
This is a fully automatic mode that allows you to take pictures best suited for the scene by simply pressing the shutter button.
If you want to change settings such as white balance ( WB ) and ISO sensitivity, select another mode. ( e.g. " P " ).
The following shooting modes and scenes are available:
- iAUTO ( Intelligent Auto )
By simply pointing the camera at the subject, the camera automatically sets the shooting mode best suited for the scene. As the shooting conditions change, the camera reevaluates the scene and dynamically selects a new shooting mode if appropriate.
Available modes are Portrait, Macro, Sport, Night+Portrait and Landscape.
Camera Menu settings such as white balance and ISO sensitivity cannot be changed.
- P ( Program Auto )
The camera automatically sets the optimum aperture and shutter speed based on the lighting conditions.
Unlike " iAUTO " mode, [ Camera Menu ] settings such as white balance and ISO sensitivity can be changed.
- Digital Image Stabilization
With high ISO sensitivity, this mode reduces blur caused by a moving subject or by camera shake.
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SCENE
The camera offers 13 scene modes for shooting in various conditions.
 PORTRAIT
This mode is suitable for shooting portraits.
The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions to produce natural skin tones.
 LANDSCAPE
This mode is suitable for taking pictures of landscapes.
Blues and greens are reproduced clearly.
 NIGHT SCENE
For shooting illuminated scenes in the evening or at night.
The camera sets a slower shutter speed than in normal shooting.
For the best results, use a tripod so your camera remains steady when shooting.
 NIGHT + PORTRAIT
For shooting both a foreground subject and an illuminated background in the evening or at night.
The camera sets a slower shutter speed than is used in normal shooting.
For the best results, use a tripod so your camera remains steady when shooting.
 SPORT
Captures fast-moving subjects without blurring.
 INDOOR
For shooting both main subject and background indoors (e.g. at a party).
The background is reproduced clearly.
 CANDLE
For shooting under candlelight.
Warm colors are reproduced.
Image quality is restricted to [ 3M ] (2048×1536) or less.
 SELF PORTRAIT
Lets you take a picture of yourself while holding the camera.
 SUNSET
For shooting the setting or rising sun. Vividly reproduces reds and yellows.
 FIREWORKS
Suitable for shooting fireworks at night.
The camera sets a slower shutter speed than is used in normal shooting.
For the best results, use a tripod so your camera remains steady when shooting.
 CUISINE
For still life photography.
Vividly reproduces colors of fruit, vegetables and flowers.
 DOCUMENTS
For shooting paper documents.
Increases contrast between letters and background.
 PET
The camera settings are optimized for taking pictures of pets or other animals.
- MOVIE
The camera records video with or without sound.
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Question
How do I take close-up pictures of small subjects? [Macro mode and Super Macro mode]
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The colors in my pictures look different from the actual colors of my subject. What can I do? [ White Balance ( WB ) ]
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Select a White Balance ( WB ) setting that is more appropriate for the lighting conditions.
In the default white balance mode, WB is set to AUTO so you can take pictures with natural colors in most lighting conditions.
The colors in pictures may differ from the subject's actual colors under the following lighting conditions:
- When the subject is in the shade on a sunny day.
- When the subject is illuminated by both natural light and indoor lighting (e.g. near a window)
- When the light from the camera's flash does not reach a subject lit by indoor lighting
In cases like these, select the WB setting that is designed to capture accurate colors in the specific lighting conditions.
To select WB settings, the shooting mode must be set to any mode except iAUTO.
The following table describes the available WB settings:
Related link
To learn how to set the WB or see some pictures to compare the effects of different WB settings, click on the following links:
How to Take Great Pictures
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How do I change the shooting functions back to default settings? [Reset Settings]
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Which type of memory card can I use? [ xD-Picture Card, microSD Card ]
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You can use xD-Picture Card™ media or microSD™ / microSDHC media
(hereafter referred to as "microSD cards").
The following xD-Picture Card media can be used:
Card Capacity: 16MB to 2GB
Card Type: TypeH, TypeM, TypeM+, Standard
To see all compatible microSD cards, click here:
" Compatible microSD card Tables "
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( super macro ) icon appears.
] (digital image stabilization) or MOVIE [
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( Still picture REC )