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Macro Mode
Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 1 cm (0.4 in.). Note
that the flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than
50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.).
When using A (auto) mode, follow the procedure below. Macro mode can also
be used with some scene modes (A 39, 40, 41).
1 Press p (macro mode) on the multi selector.
• The macro menu is displayed.
2 Press the multi selector H or I to select ON,
and press k.
The macro mode icon (F) is displayed.
If a setting is not applied by pressing k within a few
seconds, the selection is cancelled.
3 Use the zoom control and frame the picture.
The camera can focus at distances as close as 1 cm
(0.4 in.) from the lens when F and the zoom indicator
glow green (zoom indicator is positioned near K).
Macro mode
C Autofocus
When shooting still images using macro mode, the camera focuses continuously until the shutter-
release button is pressed halfway to lock the focus. A sound will be heard while the camera focuses.
C The Macro Mode Setting
• G (easy auto) mode: Changes to macro mode when the camera selects i. The macro mode
button on the multi selector cannot be used.
• Scene mode: The default setting depends on the scene menu (A35). Macro mode is turned on
when k Close-up or u Food are selected in scene mode.
• F (smart portrait) mode, d (sport continuous) mode: Macro mode cannot be used.
• When shooting mode is A (auto) mode, the macro mode setting is saved even if the camera is
turned off.