Using The Self-Timer - Pentax Optio W80 Manual

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Using the Self-timer

In Self-timer mode, the picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds after
the shutter release button is pressed.
Stabilize the camera with a tripod or other support when taking a picture
with the self-timer.
Use this mode when you want to be included in a group picture. The picture is
g
taken approximately ten seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.
Use this mode to avoid camera shake. The picture is taken approximately two
Z
seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.
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1
Press the four-way controller (2) in A mode.
2
Use the four-way controller
(453) to select g or Z and press
the 4 button.
The camera is ready to take the picture
using the self-timer.
When the camera recognizes a person's face,
the Face Recognition function is activated and
the face recognition frame appears (p.73).
3
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses
on the subject at the correct distance.
4
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds later.
Focusing may be compromised if you move the camera while the self-
timer lamp is blinking when taking still pictures.
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Shutter release button
Four-way controller
4 button
Drive Mode Drive Mode Drive Mode
Self-timer Self-timer Self-timer
Cancel Cancel Cancel OK
MENU
OK OK OK