Tips for getting a clearer photo
Holding your camera correctly
Half-pressing the shutter button
Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus. The camera
adjusts the focus and exposure automatically.
The camera sets the aperture value and shutter
speed automatically.
Focus frame
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Ensure nothing is blocking the lens, flash,
or microphone.
Press [Shutter] to capture the photo if the
focus frame appears in green.
Change the composition and half-press
[Shutter] again if the focus frame appears in
red.
Reducing camera shake
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Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to reduce camera
shake digitally. (p. 34)
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Select the
camera shake both optically and digitally. (p. 44, 34)
When
is displayed
When you shoot in the dark, avoid setting the flash option to Slow Sync or Off. The
aperture remains open longer and it may be harder to hold the camera steady long
enough to capture a clear photo.
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Use a tripod or set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 58)
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Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 60)
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Basic functions
mode or set the Dual IS option to reduce
Camera shake