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After selecting the scene mode, the selected mo
de, except Voice Rec, will be added to the 
forefront in MyMode of Function Menu. See “Using the Function Menu” on page 24.
Using Smile Capture Mode
The Smile Capture mode uses smile tracking to  automatically capture images. When capturing 
an image with more than one pe rson, the camera detects the smil e of the closest person on the 
center of the screen.
To activate Smile Capture
1. Select   from the Scene Mode submenu.
2. Focus the camera on  the subject to capture.
3. The white focus frame turns green to denote camera  activity.
4. When a smile is detected, the camera will  automatically take a  shot of the image.
When capturing an image with several faces, face 
tracking function may take  up more time tracking faces for the first time.
Love Portrait
This feature uses face tracking  to auto detect faces to capture 
portraits photos without the help  of others. When over two faces 
are detected, AF is automatically  activated. The camera starts 
count down and captures a picture in two seconds.
Voice RECThis mode is used to record audio clips.
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The camera displays a white 
frame when a face is detected.
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Using Intelligent Scene Mode
With the Intelligent Scene Mode, the camera automatically detects the shooting conditions and 
switches to the appropriate scene and settings wh en aiming on a subject. This feature is most 
useful for novice users to capture great images  even without basic knowledge of photography.
To activate Intelligent Scene
1. Select   from the Scene Mode submenu. 
2. Focus the camera on the subject to capture.
3. The camera detects the shooting conditions and  switches to an appropriate scene mode.
4. Half press the shutter button to focus the subject.  The frame turns green to indicate focus is set.
5. Press the shutter button to take the shot.
When Intelligent Scene function is enabled, 
Mode icon will be displayed even in Guideline,  None Display modes and when the shutter 
button is half pressed.
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Intelligent scene icon. After the camera detects the 
shooting conditions, this icon changes to show the 
detected scene mode.
Face tracking is 
automatically 
enabled.
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The camera displays a solid white 
frame when a face is detected.
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The table below shows the modes su
pported by Intelligent scene: 
IconIntelligent Scene ModesIconIntelligent Scene Modes
PortraitBacklight
LandscapeBacklight Portrait
SunsetNight Scene
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Using Blink Detection Mode
The Blink Detection mode tracks faces and determines captured image that contain subjects 
with blinked eyes. After shooting, when the came ra detects that the subject blinked an eye, 
a menu selection appears to ask the user whether  to save the image or not. This feature saves 
time in managing photos to be stored or deleted from the memory.
To activate Blink Detection
1. Select   from the Scene Mode submenu.
2. Half press the shutter button to focus the su bject. The frame turns green to indicate focus 
is set.
3. Press the shutter button to capture the image and  automatically save the image. Unless the camera 
detects that the subject bl inked an eye, then the 
screen on the right will be displayed.
4. Select  Save Image  to save or Cancel to disregard.
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Detected faces 
are framed.
Face tracking is 
automatically 
enabled.
Save image
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Using Aperture Priority Mode
With Aperture Priority mode, users can adjust the aperture value and the camera automatically 
sets the shutter speed to match the brightness.
To activate Aperture Priority
1. Select   from the Scene Mode submenu.
2. Press  SET button to enter the adjust mode.
3. Use the   or   keys to select the aperture value  options.
4. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
Using Shutter Priority Mode
With Shutter Priority mode, users can adjust  the shutter speed and the camera automatically 
sets the aperture value to match the brightness.
To activate Shutter Priority
1. Select   from the Scene Mode submenu.
2. Press  SET button to enter the adjust mode. 
3. Use the   or   keys to select the shutter speed  options.
4. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
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Using Manual Exposure Mode
With Manual Exposure mode, users can manually adjust the shutter speed and the aperture 
value.
To activate Manual Exposure
1. Select   from the Scene Mode submenu.
2. Press SET button to enter the adjust mode. 
3. Use the   or   keys to select the shutter speed  options or use the   or   keys to select the 
aperture value options.
4. Use the   or   keys to adjust the aperture or use  the   or   keys to adjust the shutter speed.
5. Use the  SET button to switch between aperture and 
shutter speed adjustment and vice versa.
6. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
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Pre-Composition
With Pre-composition mode, you can compose the background you want first and have someone 
to record a shot against your original background. A temporarily image will show on the screen 
after you take the first shoot. You are always get photos you wish for.
To use Pre-Composition: 
1. Select   from the Scene Mode submenu.
2. Press  SET to enter the function. 
3. Compose the background you want first then press  the Shutter button.
4. The temporarily image shows on the screen.
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Setting the Drive Mode
Your camera features a Self-timer and Burst which can be 
set in the Drive mode function in the Record Menu. The 
Self-timer allows you to take photos after a pre-defined 
delay. While burst lets you take consecutive shots. This 
function is only available in  recording still images. The 
Drive mode setting is automatically set to off when you 
turn off the camera.
To set the Drive Mode
1. From the Record menu, select  Drive Mode.
2. Use the   or   keys to go through the selection.
3. Press the  SET button to save and apply changes.    
The table below shows the avai lable Drive mode settings. 
IconItemDescription
10 Sec Self-timerSets a 10-second delay to capture image after pressing the 
shutter button.
2 Sec Self-timerSets a 2-second delay to capture image after pressing the 
shutter button.
Record Mode
Drive Mode
AEB
AF Area
Sharpness
Saturation
OFF
OFF
Record Mode
Drive Mode
AEB
AF Area
Sharpness
Saturation
OFF
OFF
10 sec.
2 sec.
Double
Burst
Off10
2
x2
OFF
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Setting the AEB
AEB stands for Automatic Exposure Bracketing. This feature captures the same image with 
3 different exposure settings. 
• The settings are recorded in the following  order: standard exposure, under exposure, and 
over exposure. 
To  s e t  A E B
1. From the Record menu, select  AEB.
2. Use the   or   keys to go through the selection.
3. Press the  SET button to save and apply changes.    
Double Self-timer
Performs delay and capture twice:
•  Performs a 10-second delay, then captures the image.
•  Performs another 2-second delay then captures the image again.
BurstPerforms continuous shooting  when the shutter button is 
pressed. Stops shooting when the shutter button is released.
Off Captures an image without time delay.
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Record Mode
Drive Mode
AEB
AF Area
Sharpness
Saturation
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OFFOn
Off
OFF
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Setting the AF Area
AF stands for Automatic Focus. This feature determines the 
area on which the camera focuses.
To set AF Area
1. From the Record menu, select AF Area.
2. Use the   or   keys to go through the selection.
3. Press the  SET button to save and apply changes.   
The table below shows the av ailable AF area settings.
Setting Sharpness
This function allows you to enhance or soften finer details 
of your photos. 
To  s e t  S h a r p n e s s
1. From the Record menu, select  Sharpness.
2. Use the   or   keys to go through the selection.
3. Press the  SET button to save and apply changes. 
IconItemDescription
WideThe camera automatica lly selects focus area within the wide frame.
CenterThe focus area is fixed on the center.
Record Mode
Drive Mode
AEB
AF Area
Sharpness
Saturation
OFF
OFFWide
Center
Record Mode
Drive Mode
AEB
AF Area
Sharpness
Saturation
OFF
OFFHigh
Normal
Low