Sony DSLR-A390 Instruction Manual page 52

This mode is suitable for
Shootingclosesubjectssucnas
flowers,insects, d ishes,or small
gooas.
Setthe mode dialto [] (Macro).
• Get close to the subject and shoot at the minimum distance of the lens.
• You can shoot a closer subject using a macro lens (sold separately).
• Set the flash mode to @ (Flash Off) when you shoot a subject within 1 m
(3.3 feet).
• When shooting in macro mode, the SteadyShot function will not be fully
effective. Use a tripod to achieve better results.
• Set the flash mode to ® (Flash Off) when you shoot without the flash
(page 82).
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