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Getting started
• The battery life and the number of images
recordable are decreased under the following
conditions:
– At low temperatures.
– Using the flash.
– Turning on and off frequently.
– Using the zoom frequently.
– When [POWER SAVE] is set to [OFF].
– Using the battery pack used repeatedly or
self-discharged after charging (page 97).
The POWER SAVE function
When the POWER SAVE function is
activated, you can shoot for a longer
period of time.
Set the mode dial to SET UP, and set
[POWER SAVE] in [SETUP 2] to [ON].
The factory setting is [ON] (page 94).
When the POWER SAVE
function is activated
• The LCD screen will be darker than it is when
[POWER SAVE] is set to [OFF]. You cannot
change the settings for [LCD BACKLIGHT]
at this time (page 94).
• When the power turns on, the Flash mode is
normally set to “ ” (No flash).
• If you want to shoot using the flash, press v
( ) on the control button, and select “ ”
(Forced flash) or Auto (page 26).
• When shooting sill images, the focus only
works while the shutter button is pressed
down halfway.
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