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Basic operation
Mode dial
This camera features a mode dial for selecting the camera’s mode. The
modes are divided into shooting and playback modes, with shooting mode
divided into 8 modes. Select the mode you want, then press the POWER
switch to turn the camera on.
(About the mode dial
Shooting modes
h
There is no need to use special functions or change any settings.
The camera automatically adjusts all settings including focus and
exposure for you.
P
The camera automatically sets the aperture value and shutter
speed.
A
This function allows you to set the aperture manually. The camera
sets the shutter speed automatically. gP.46
S
This function allows you to set the shutter speed manually. The
camera sets the aperture automatically. gP.47
M
This function allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed
manually. gP.48
r
This function allows you to set your own shooting parameters and
register them as your original mode. gP.49
f
This function allows you to select from 10 situation-related modes
set to the shooting conditions. gP.32
n
This function allows you to record movies with sound.
g
P.72
Playback
mode
q
This function allows you to view still pictures and movies, as well
as playback sound. gP.84, 90
TIPS
•
The direct button functions and menu contents vary depending on the position of
the mode dial.
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“Direct buttons” (P.13), “Menus” (P.16), “Menu list” (P.180)
• You can change the mode before and after turning the camera on.
Shooting modes
Set the mode dial to one of
these positions to take
pictures or movies.
Playback mode
Set the mode dial to this
position to view pictures or
movies.
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