Bokeh Effect; Using Various Capturing Modes - Sony Xperia SM13 User Manual

Bokeh effect

You can take pictures with the Bokeh effect when using the dual camera on your
device. The Bokeh effect decreases focus in the background of a photo to
emphasize objects at the foreground, for an artistic effect.
To take a photo with Bokeh effect
1 When using the camera, tap Mode > Bokeh.
2 To adjust the background defocus strength, tap (Dual camera effect icon) >
(Bokeh icon). Drag the slider to adjust.
3 To adjust the brightness, tap (Brightness icon). Drag the slider to adjust.
4 Tap the shutter button to take a photo.
Hint
If you get too close to or too far to an object while using the Bokeh effect, a warning
message appears. If this happens, adjust the distance between your camera and the object
to take the photo with Bokeh effect.

Using various capturing modes

Use the capturing modes to take more creative photos and videos, and share them
with your friends. You can create virtual scenes, panoramic photos, and more. You
can also use capturing modes provided by Google.
AR effect
AR effect is the augmented reality app that lets you apply fantastical worlds to
your photos or videos, and to create avatars and stickers.
To take a photo or record a video with an AR effect
1 When using the camera, tap Mode.
2 Tap (AR effect icon) and select a scene.
3 Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo or record a video.
Bokeh
You can take pictures with the Bokeh effect when using the dual camera on your
device. The Bokeh effect decreases focus in the background of a photo to
emphasize objects at the foreground, for an artistic effect.
To take a photo with Bokeh effect
1 When using the camera, tap Mode > Bokeh.
2 To adjust the background defocus strength, tap (Dual camera effect icon) >
(Bokeh icon). Drag the slider to adjust.
3 To adjust the brightness, tap (Brightness icon). Drag the slider to adjust.
4 Tap the shutter button to take a photo.
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