Using the Optical Zoom
1
W
P
P
P
Recording images (basic)
With this function, you can make people and
subjects closer, and landscapes can be
T
captured in wide angle, with the 12 times
optical zoom.
2
[Preparation]
• Set the mode dial to any position except
[
1
1600
2
1X
• The focus is adjusted at a distance of more
than 120 cm (Tele)/30 cm (Wide). For details
on simple mode/aperture-priority AE/
shutter-priority AE/macro mode, read P33/
1600
P47/P48/P49.
6X
• The picture may be slightly distorted
according to the lens. The distortion will
increase as you make subjects wider and
closer.
• The indicated zoom magnification is an
approximation.
• When using the zoom lens at high
1600
magnification the quality of the picture can
be enhanced if a tripod is used. At high
12X
magnification, even small movements can
cause a slight decrease in picture
sharpness.
]. (P27)
Aim the camera at the subject and
adjust the size with the zoom lever.
To make subjects closer (Tele):
Rotate towards T.
To make subjects wider (Wide angle):
Rotate towards W.
Take a picture.
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