Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9 User Manual page 123

Cyber-shot User Guide
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ISO
Adjusts the luminous sensitivity when the camera is set to Manual Exposure Shooting, Program
Auto or (Advanced Sports Shooting) in Scene Selection. Adjusts the sensitivity using the
control wheel in Manual Exposure Shooting Mode.
1. MENU
(ISO)
Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.
(Auto)
/ / / You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or with moving subjects by
increasing the ISO sensitivity (select a larger number).
/ /
Adjusting ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)
ISO sensitivity is a speed rating for recording media that incorporates an image sensor that
receives light. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO
sensitivity.
High ISO sensitivity
Records a bright image even in dark locations while increasing shutter speed to reduce blur.
However, the image tends to become noisy.
Low ISO sensitivity
Records a smoother image.
However, when the exposure is insufficient, the image may become darker.
Hints for preventing blur
Even though the camera is steady, the subject moves during the exposure and is captured
blurred when the shutter button is pressed. Camera shake is reduced automatically, however,
the function does not effectively reduce subject blur. Subject blur occurs frequently under low-
light or slow shutter speed conditions.
In such case, shoot with the below tips in mind.
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