Nikon CoolPix P3 User Manual page 39

I SUNSET
Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises.
Effect 1: Red hues are captured more vividly.
Effect 2: The colors of the sunset and sunrise are captured more
realistically.
• The camera focuses at infinity. The focus indicator lights when-
ever the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
• In dimly lit surroundings, turn Vibration reduction (P.48) on and hold the camera steady
to prevent camera shake.
J DUSK/DAWN
Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise or
after sunset.
Effect 1: Blue colors are captured more vividly.
Effect 2: The colors of the landscape are captured more realisti-
cally.
• The camera focuses at infinity. The focus indicator lights when-
ever the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
• Noise reduction turns on automatically at slow shutter speeds and it will take longer than
usual to store the picture.
• To prevent blurring, mount the camera on a tripod or rest it on a flat, level surface.
K FIREWORKS SHOW
Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of
light from fireworks.
Effect 1: Continuous, simultaneous fireworks are captured clearly.
Effect 2: Large fireworks that burst slowly are captured along with
their trail.
• The focus is fixed at infinity. The focus indicator lights whenever
the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
• Exposure compensation is not available.
• To prevent blurring, mount the camera on a tripod or rest it on a flat, level surface.
L BACK LIGHT
Use when a portrait subject's face is thrown into shadow due to
light coming from behind.
Note on Using a Tripod
Turn Vibration reduction (P.48) off when using a tripod.
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