Shooting With A Soft Focus Effect; Background Defocus; Making Subjects Stand Out - Canon PowerShot S120 User Manual

Making Subjects Stand Out

(Background Defocus)

Two consecutive images are captured each time you shoot and processed
into a single image, so that the subject stands out against a blurred
background.
1
Choose [ ].
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Follow steps 1 – 2 in "Image Effects
(Creative Filters)"
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2
Shoot.
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Hold the camera steady as you shoot.
When you press the shutter button all the
way down, the camera will shoot twice
and process the images.
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A blinking [
images could not be processed.
•
Excessive camera shake or certain shooting conditions may prevent
you from obtaining the desired results.
•
For the best results with this effect, try shooting close to the subject, and
ensure ample distance between the subject and background.
•
There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes
the images.
•
To adjust the effect level, turn the <y> ring.
Still Images
(= 56) and choose
].
] icon indicates that the

Shooting with a Soft Focus Effect

This function allows you to shoot images as if a soft focus filter were
attached to the camera. You can adjust the effect level as desired.
1
Choose [ ].
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Follow steps 1 – 2 in "Image Effects
(Creative Filters)"
[ ].
2
Choose an effect level.
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Turn the <y> ring to choose an effect
level.
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A preview is shown of how your shot will
look with the effect applied.
3
Shoot.
• Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired
results.
Cover
Still Images
Before Use
Common Camera
Operations
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1
(= 56) and choose Camera Basics
2
Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3
Other Shooting
Modes
4
P Mode
5
Tv, Av, M, and
C Mode
6
Playback Mode
7
Wi-Fi Functions
8
Setting Menu
9
Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
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