Using The Self-Timer - Canon EOS Rebel T4i 18-135mm IS STM Lens Kit Instruction Manual

j Using the Self-timer
With <q>, the interval between the multiple shots may be prolonged depending
on the shooting functions settings such as the image-recording quality or flash.
If you do not look through the viewfinder when you press the shutter
button, attach the eyepiece cover (p.304). If stray light enters the
viewfinder when the picture is taken, it may throw off the exposure.
After taking self-timer shots, playing back the image (p.82) to check
focus and exposure is recommended.
When using the self-timer to shoot only yourself, use focus lock (p.61) on
an object at about the same distance as where you will stand.
To cancel the self-timer after it starts, press the <YiQ> button.
Press the <Yi
1
Select the self-timer.
2
Press the <U> key or turn the
<6> dial to select the self-timer,
then press <0>.
Q: 10-sec. self-timer
The remote controller can also be used (p.303).
l: 2-sec. self-timer (p.140)
q: 10-sec. self-timer plus
continuous shots
Press the <V> key to set the
number of multiple shots (2 to 10)
to be taken with the self-timer.
Take the picture.
3
Look through the viewfinder, focus the subject,
then press the shutter button completely.
You can check the self-timer operation with
the self-timer lamp, beeper, and countdown
display (in seconds) on the LCD monitor.
Two seconds before the picture is
taken, the self-timer lamp will light up
and the beeper will sound faster.
> button.
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