Basic Techniques For Better Images; Focus Focusing On A Subject Successfully - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S800 Instruction & Operation Manual

Basic techniques for better images

Focus Exposure
Focus
Focusing on a subject successfully
When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically
(Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down.
Press the shutter
button fully down
suddenly.
If the image looks blurred even after focusing, it may be because of camera shake.
"Hints for preventing blur" (as follows).
Hints for preventing blur
Hold the camera steady, keeping your arms at your side. It is recommended to lean
against a tree or a building nearby to steady yourself. Shooting with a 2-second delay
self-timer or using a tripod is also effective. Use the flash when you shoot under a low
light condition.
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Color Quality
This section describes the basics so you can
enjoy your camera. It tells you how to use
various camera functions such as the mode
dial (page 18), the menus (page 30), and so
on.
Press the shutter
button halfway
down.
AE/AF lock indicator
flashing , lit/beeps
Then press the
shutter button
fully down.
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