Canon PowerShot SX40 HS Getting Started page 98

Shooting in Special Scenes
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Take nightscapes without using a
tripod (Handheld NightScene)
Lets you take beautiful snapshots of city
nightscenes by combining several
continuous shots to reduce camera shake
and noise.
When using a tripod, you should shoot in
A mode (p. 25).
Take shots in low light conditions
(Low Light)
Lets you take shots in dark places with
reduced camera shake and subject blur.
wAt the beach (Beach)
Lets you take shots of brightly lit people on
sandy beaches where the reflected
sunlight is strong.
O Take shots of foliage (Foliage)
Lets you shoot trees and leaves, such as
new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms,
in vivid colors.
P Against snow (Snow)
Lets you take bright, natural-colored shots
of people against snowy backgrounds.