Making Subjects Stand Out (Background Defocus); Shooting With A Soft Focus Effect - Canon PowerShot G3 X User Manual

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Making Subjects Stand Out
(Background Defocus)
You can shoot subjects so that they stand out from the background.
Two consecutive images are captured with settings optimized for
background defocus. The background is defocused through lens effects
and subject- and scene-based image processing.
1
Choose [ ].
Follow steps 1 – 2 in "Image Effects
z
(Creative Filters)" ( = 62) and choose
[ ].
2
Shoot.
Hold the camera steady as you shoot.
z
Two consecutive images are captured
when you press the shutter button all the
way down.
A blinking [ ] icon indicates that the
z
images could not be processed.
Excessive motion blur or certain shooting conditions may prevent
you from obtaining the desired results.
For the best results with this effect, try shooting close to the
subject, and ensure ample distance between the subject and
background.
There may be a delay after shooting before you can shoot again.
To adjust the effect level, turn the [

Shooting with a Soft Focus Effect

Still Images
Movies
This function allows you to shoot images as if a soft focus filter were
attached to the camera. You can adjust the effect level as desired.
] dial.
Still Images
1
Choose [ ].
Follow steps 1 – 2 in "Image Effects
z
(Creative Filters)" ( = 62) and choose
[ ].
2
Choose an effect level.
Turn the [
] dial to choose an effect
z
level.
A preview is shown of how your shot will
z
look with the effect applied.
3
Shoot.
Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the
desired results.
Before Use
Movies
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
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