Operation Manual

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Shooting – The Basics
The Basics
z A custom white balance setting (p. 87 )
cannot be set in mode. To use a
custom white balance setting, first set it in
another Shooting mode.
z The settings in place for the first image
are locked in and cannot be changed for
subsequent shots.
z A TV cannot be used as the monitor for
shooting in this mode.
See page 159 for settings that can be
changed in this mode.
Special Scene Mode
By simply selecting one of the following 8
modes, you can shoot the image with the
most appropriate settings for the scene.
Mode Dial
Foliage
Appropriate for shooting images
with flowers, leaves or trees to
enhance color.
Snow
Appropriate for shooting the
subject against the backdrop of
snowy mountains while
preventing dark subjects and
bluish backgrounds.
Beach
Appropriate for shooting scenes
by the sea or on sunlit sandy
beaches while preventing dark
subjects.
Fireworks
Appropriate for shooting fireworks
clearly with the optimal exposure.