Canon Ixus 150 User Guide
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Image Customization Features
Still Images
Changing Image Resolution (Size)
Choose from 5 levels of image resolution, as follows. For guidelines on \
how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see
“Number of Shots per Memory Card” (=
11 3).
zzPress the button, choose [] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
(=
22).
zzThe option you configured is now
displayed.
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this
process but choose [].
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Image Customization Features
Still Images
Changing Image Resolution (Size)
Choose from 5 levels of image resolution, as follows. For guidelines on \
how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see
“Number of Shots per Memory Card” (=
11 3).
zzPress the button, choose [] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
(=
22).
zzThe option you configured is now
displayed.
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this
process but choose [].
Guidelines for Choosing...")
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Movies
Changing Movie Image Quality
2 image quality settings are available. For guidelines on the maximum
movie length at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card,
see “Recording Time per Memory Card” (=
11 4).
zzPress the button, choose [] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
(=
22).
zzThe option you configured is now
displayed.
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this
process but choose [].
Image Quality Resolution Frame Rate
Details
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Movies
Changing Movie Image Quality
2 image quality settings are available. For guidelines on the maximum
movie length at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card,
see “Recording Time per Memory Card” (=
11 4).
zzPress the button, choose [] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
(=
22).
zzThe option you configured is now
displayed.
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this
process but choose [].
Image Quality Resolution Frame Rate
Details
1280 x 72025 fpsFor...")
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Customizing Camera Operation
Customize shooting functions on the MENU [4] tab as follows.
For instructions on menu functions, see “Using Menus” ( = 23).
Still Images
Deactivating the Lamp
You can deactivate the lamp that normally lights up to help you focus in \
low-
light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway, or that lights up
to reduce red-eye when you shoot in low-light conditions with the flash.
zzPress the button, choose
[Lamp Setting] on the [4] tab, and then
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Customizing Camera Operation
Customize shooting functions on the MENU [4] tab as follows.
For instructions on menu functions, see “Using Menus” ( = 23).
Still Images
Deactivating the Lamp
You can deactivate the lamp that normally lights up to help you focus in \
low-
light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway, or that lights up
to reduce red-eye when you shoot in low-light conditions with the flash.
zzPress the button, choose
[Lamp Setting] on the [4] tab, and then
choose [Off]...")
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Other Shooting Modes
Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image e\
ffects or captured using special
functions
Brightness / Color Customization
(Live View Control) ......................................... 40
Specific
Scenes ................................................ 40Shooting with Reduced Motion Blur (Digital IS) ....41Applying Special Effects ................................. 42Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect
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Other Shooting Modes
Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image e\
ffects or captured using special
functions
Brightness / Color Customization
(Live View Control) ......................................... 40
Specific
Scenes ................................................ 40Shooting with Reduced Motion Blur (Digital IS) ....41Applying Special Effects ................................. 42Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect
(Fish-Eye Effect)...")
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Still ImagesMovies
Brightness / Color Customization
(Live View Control)
Image brightness or colors when shooting can be easily customized as
follows.
1 Enter [] mode.
zzPress the button several times until
[] is displayed.
2 Configure the setting.
zzPress the button to access the
setting screen. Press the
buttons to choose a setting item, and
then press the buttons to adjust
the value as you watch the screen.
zzPress the button.
3 Shoot.
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Still ImagesMovies
Brightness / Color Customization
(Live View Control)
Image brightness or colors when shooting can be easily customized as
follows.
1 Enter [] mode.
zzPress the button several times until
[] is displayed.
2 Configure the setting.
zzPress the button to access the
setting screen. Press the
buttons to choose a setting item, and
then press the buttons to adjust
the value as you watch the screen.
zzPress the button.
3 Shoot.
BrightnessFor brighter images, adjust the level...")
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Still ImagesMovies
P Shoot with snowy backgrounds (Snow)
zzBright, natural-colored shots of people
against snowy backgrounds.
Still ImagesMovies
t Shoot fireworks (Fireworks)
zzVivid shots of fireworks.
• In [t] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures
to keep it still and prevent camera shake.
IXUS 155 IXUS 150• Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure
the camera (= 59).
• [] mode resolution is [] (IXUS 155 2560 x 1920 / IXUS 150 IXUS 145
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Still ImagesMovies
P Shoot with snowy backgrounds (Snow)
zzBright, natural-colored shots of people
against snowy backgrounds.
Still ImagesMovies
t Shoot fireworks (Fireworks)
zzVivid shots of fireworks.
• In [t] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures
to keep it still and prevent camera shake.
IXUS 155 IXUS 150• Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure
the camera (= 59).
• [] mode resolution is [] (IXUS 155 2560 x 1920 / IXUS 150 IXUS 145
2304 x...")
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Applying Special Effects
Add a variety of effects to images when shooting.
1 Choose a shooting mode.
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 40) to choose a shooting mode.
2 Shoot.
Still ImagesMovies
Shoot in vivid colors (Super Vivid)
zzShots in rich, vivid colors.
Still ImagesMovies
Posterized shots (Poster Effect)
zzShots that resemble an old poster or
illustration.
• In [
] and [] modes, try taking some test shots first, to make sure
you obtain the desired results.
Still Images
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Applying Special Effects
Add a variety of effects to images when shooting.
1 Choose a shooting mode.
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 40) to choose a shooting mode.
2 Shoot.
Still ImagesMovies
Shoot in vivid colors (Super Vivid)
zzShots in rich, vivid colors.
Still ImagesMovies
Posterized shots (Poster Effect)
zzShots that resemble an old poster or
illustration.
• In [
] and [] modes, try taking some test shots first, to make sure
you obtain the desired results.
Still Images
Shooting...")
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Still ImagesMovies
Shots Resembling Miniature Models
(Miniature Effect)
Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and
below your selected area.
You can also make movies that look like scenes in miniature models by
choosing the playback speed before the movie is recorded. People and
objects in the scene will move quickly during playback. Note that sound \
is
not recorded.
1 Choose [].
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 40) and choose [].
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Still ImagesMovies
Shots Resembling Miniature Models
(Miniature Effect)
Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and
below your selected area.
You can also make movies that look like scenes in miniature models by
choosing the playback speed before the movie is recorded. People and
objects in the scene will move quickly during playback. Note that sound \
is
not recorded.
1 Choose [].
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 40) and choose [].
zzA white frame is...")
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Still Images
Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect
(Toy Camera Effect)
This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting
(darker, blurred image corners) and changing the overall color.
1 Choose [].
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 40) and choose [].
2 Choose a color tone.
zzPress the button, press the
buttons to choose a color tone,
and then press the button.
zzA preview is shown of how your shot will
look with the effect applied.
3 Shoot.
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Still Images
Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect
(Toy Camera Effect)
This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting
(darker, blurred image corners) and changing the overall color.
1 Choose [].
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 40) and choose [].
2 Choose a color tone.
zzPress the button, press the
buttons to choose a color tone,
and then press the button.
zzA preview is shown of how your shot will
look with the effect applied.
3 Shoot.
Standard Shots resemble...")
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Special Modes for Other Purposes
Still Images
Using the Face Self-Timer
The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of\
another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting are\
a
(=
53). This is useful when including yourself in group photos or similar
shots.
1 Choose [].
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 40) and choose [].
2 Compose the shot and press the shutter button halfway.
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Special Modes for Other Purposes
Still Images
Using the Face Self-Timer
The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of\
another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting are\
a
(=
53). This is useful when including yourself in group photos or similar
shots.
1 Choose [].
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 40) and choose [].
2 Compose the shot and press the shutter button halfway.
zzMake sure a green frame is displayed
around the face you focus...")
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Still Images
Shooting Long Exposures (Long Shutter)
Specify a shutter speed of 1 – 15 seconds to shoot long exposures. In\
this
case, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to prevent
camera shake.
1 Choose [N].
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 40) and choose [N].
2 Choose the shutter speed.
zzPress the button, choose [)] in the
menu, and choose the desired shutter
speed (=
22).
3 Check the exposure.
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Still Images
Shooting Long Exposures (Long Shutter)
Specify a shutter speed of 1 – 15 seconds to shoot long exposures. In\
this
case, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to prevent
camera shake.
1 Choose [N].
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 40) and choose [N].
2 Choose the shutter speed.
zzPress the button, choose [)] in the
menu, and choose the desired shutter
speed (=
22).
3 Check the exposure.
zzPress the shutter button halfway to view
the exposure for your...")
41 Still ImagesMovies P Shoot with snowy backgrounds (Snow) zzBright, natural-colored shots of people against snowy backgrounds. Still ImagesMovies t Shoot fireworks (Fireworks) zzVivid shots of fireworks. • In [t] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. IXUS 155 IXUS 150• Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure the camera (= 59). • [] mode resolution is [] (IXUS 155 2560 x 1920 / IXUS 150 IXUS 145 2304 x 1728) and cannot be changed. • In [t] mode, although no frames are displayed when you press the shutter button halfway, optimal focus is still determined. IXUS 145Still Images Shooting with Reduced Motion Blur (Digital IS) Shoot with minimal camera and subject shake. In scenes where the flash is not fired, consecutive shots are combined to reduce camera shake and noise. 1 Enter [] mode. zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 40) and choose []. 2 Shoot. zzPress the shutter button halfway. [] is displayed on the left side of the screen in scenes where the flash is not fired. zzWhen [] is displayed, press the shutter button all the way down. Images will be shot continuously, and then be combined. zzWhen the icon is not displayed, press the shutter button all the way down to shoot a single image. • Because the camera will shoot continuously when [ ] is displayed, hold it steady while shooting. • In some scenes, images may not look as expected. • When using a tripod, shoot in [] mode (= 26). • [] mode resolution is [] (2304 x 1728) and cannot be changed. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
42 Applying Special Effects Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. 1 Choose a shooting mode. zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 40) to choose a shooting mode. 2 Shoot. Still ImagesMovies Shoot in vivid colors (Super Vivid) zzShots in rich, vivid colors. Still ImagesMovies Posterized shots (Poster Effect) zzShots that resemble an old poster or illustration. • In [ ] and [] modes, try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. Still Images Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect) Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. 1 Choose []. zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 40) and choose []. 2 Choose an effect level. zzPress the button, press the buttons to choose an effect level, and then press the < m> button. zzA preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. • Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
43 Still ImagesMovies Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect) Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and below your selected area. You can also make movies that look like scenes in miniature models by choosing the playback speed before the movie is recorded. People and objects in the scene will move quickly during playback. Note that sound \ is not recorded. 1 Choose []. zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 40) and choose []. zzA white frame is displayed, indicating the image area that will not be blurred. 2 Choose the area to keep in focus. zzPress the button. zzMove the zoom lever to resize the frame, and press the buttons to move it. 3 For movies, choose the movie playback speed. zzPress the button, and then press the buttons to choose the speed. 4 Return to the shooting screen and shoot. zzPress the button to return to the shooting screen, and then shoot. Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time (for One-Minute Clips) Speed Playback Time Approx. 12 sec. Approx. 6 sec. Approx. 3 sec. • The zoom is not available when shooting movies. Be sure to set the zoom before shooting. • Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. • To switch the orientation of the frame to vertical, press the < q> buttons in step 2. To return the frame to horizontal orientation, press the < o> buttons. • To move the frame when it is in horizontal orientation, press the < o> buttons, and to move the frame when it is in vertical orientation, press\ the buttons. • Holding the camera vertically will change the orientation of the frame. • Movie image quality is [ ] when a still image resolution of [] is selected and [] when a still image resolution of [] is selected (= 36). These quality settings cannot be changed. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
44 Still Images Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect) This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting (darker, blurred image corners) and changing the overall color. 1 Choose []. zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 40) and choose []. 2 Choose a color tone. zzPress the button, press the buttons to choose a color tone, and then press the button. zzA preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. Standard Shots resemble toy camera images. Warm Images have a warmer tone than with [Standard]. Cool Images have a cooler tone than with [Standard]. • Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. Still ImagesMovies Shooting in Monochrome Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. 1 Choose []. zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 40) and choose []. 2 Choose a color tone. zzPress the button, press the buttons to choose a color tone, and then press the button. zzA preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. B/W Black and white shots. Sepia Sepia tone shots. Blue Blue and white shots. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
45 Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Using the Face Self-Timer The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of\ another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting are\ a (= 53). This is useful when including yourself in group photos or similar shots. 1 Choose []. zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 40) and choose []. 2 Compose the shot and press the shutter button halfway. zzMake sure a green frame is displayed around the face you focus on and white frames around other faces. 3 Press the shutter button all the way down. zzThe camera now enters shooting standby mode, and [Look straight at camera to start count down] is displayed. zzThe lamp blinks and the self-timer sound is played. 4 Join the subjects in the shooting area and look at the camera. zzAfter the camera detects a new face, the lamp blinking and self-timer sound will speed up. (When the flash fires, the lamp will remain lit.) About two seconds later, the camera will shoot. zzTo cancel shooting after you have triggered the self-timer, press the button. • Even if your face is not detected after you join the others in the shoot\ ing area, the camera will shoot about 15 seconds later. • To change the number of shots, press the < p> button, press the buttons to choose the number of shots, and then press the < m> button. [Blink Detection] (= 37) is only available for the final shot. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
46 Still Images Shooting Long Exposures (Long Shutter) Specify a shutter speed of 1 – 15 seconds to shoot long exposures. In\ this case, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to prevent camera shake. 1 Choose [N]. zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 40) and choose [N]. 2 Choose the shutter speed. zzPress the button, choose [)] in the menu, and choose the desired shutter speed (= 22). 3 Check the exposure. zzPress the shutter button halfway to view the exposure for your selected shutter speed. 4 Shoot. • On-screen image brightness in step 3, when you pressed the shutter button halfway, may not match the brightness of your shots. • With shutter speeds of 1.3 seconds or slower, there will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes images to reduce noise. IXUS 155 IXUS 150• Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure the camera (= 59). • If the flash fires, your shot may be overexposed. In this case, set the flash to [!] and shoot again ( = 56). Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
47 P Mode More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style • Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera when set to [ G] mode. • [G]: Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure • Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than [\ G], make sure the function is available in that mode (= 105 – 109). Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode) ............... 48 Image Brightness (Exposure) ......................... 48Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) .................................... 48 Locking Image Brightness / Exposure (AE Lock) .............................................................. 49 Changing the Metering Method ............................. 49 Changing the ISO Speed ...................................... 50 Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) .............. 50Adjusting White Balance ................................. 51Shooting Range and Focusing ....................... 52Shooting Close-Ups (Macro) ................................. 52 Shooting Distant Subjects (Infinity) ....................... 52 Changing the AF Frame Mode .............................. 52 Magnifying the Area in Focus ................................ 55 Changing the Focus Setting .................................. 55 Shooting with the AF Lock ..................................... 56Flash .................................................................. 56Changing the Flash Mode .....................................56 Shooting with the FE Lock .................................... 57 Using Eco Mode ............................................... 57 Other Settings .................................................. 58Displaying Grid Lines ............................................58 Deactivating the Digital Zoom ............................... 58 Changing the Image Display Style after Shots ...... 58 Changing the IS Mode Settings ............................ 59 Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
48 Still ImagesMovies Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode) You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting \ style. 1 Enter [G] mode. zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 40) and choose [G]. 2 Customize the settings as desired (= 4 8 – 60), and then shoot. • If adequate exposure cannot be obtained when you press the shutter butto\ n halfway, shutter speeds and aperture values are displayed in orange. In this case, try adjusting the ISO speed (= 50) or activating the flash (if subjects are dark, = 56), which may enable adequate exposure. • Movies can be recorded in [ G] mode as well, by pressing the movie button. However, some FUNC. (= 22) and MENU (= 23) settings may be automatically adjusted for movie recording. • For details on the shooting range in [ G] mode, see “Shooting Range” (= 11 4 ). Image Brightness (Exposure) Still ImagesMovies Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) The standard exposure set by the camera can be adjusted in 1/3-stop increments, in a range of –2 to +2. zzPress the button and choose [#] in the menu. As you watch the screen, press the buttons to adjust brightness ( = 22). zzThe correction level you specified is now displayed. zzWhen shooting movies, shoot with the exposure compensation bar displayed. zzWhen shooting still images, press the button to display the set exposure compensation amount, and then shoot. • You can also shoot still images with exposure compensation bar displayed.\ • While recording a movie, [ &] is displayed, and the exposure is locked. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
49 Still ImagesMovies Locking Image Brightness / Exposure (AE Lock) Before shooting, you can lock the exposure, or you can specify focus and\ exposure separately. 1 Deactivate the flash (= 5 6). 2 Lock the exposure. zzAim the camera at the subject to shoot with the exposure locked. With the shutter button pressed halfway, press the button. zz[&] is displayed, and the exposure is locked. zzTo unlock AE, release the shutter button and press the button again. In this case, [&] is no longer displayed. 3 Compose the shot and shoot. • AE: Auto Exposure Still Images Changing the Metering Method Adjust the metering method (how brightness is measured) to suit shooti\ ng conditions as follows. zzPress the button, choose [] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 22). zzThe option you configured is now displayed. Evaluative For typical shooting conditions, including backlit shots. Automatically adjusts exposure to match the shooting conditions. Center Weighted Avg.Determines the average brightness of light across the entire image area, calculated by treating brightness in the central area as more important. Spot Metering restricted to within the [] (Spot AE Point frame), displayed in the center of the screen. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
50 Still Images Changing the ISO Speed zzPress the button, choose [] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 22). zzThe option you configured is now displayed. AUTO Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to suit the shooting mode and conditions. 100, 200 Low HighFor shooting outdoors in fair weather. 400, 800 For shooting in cloudy conditions, or at twilight. 1600 For shooting night scenes, or in dark rooms. • To view the automatically determined ISO speed when you have set the ISO \ speed to [AUTO], press the shutter button halfway. • Although choosing a lower ISO speed may reduce image graininess, there may be a greater risk of subject and camera shake in some shooting\ conditions. • Choosing a higher ISO speed will increase shutter speed, which may reduc\ e subject and camera shake and increase the flash range. However, shots may look grainy. Still Images Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Before shooting, excessively bright or dark image areas (such as faces \ or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal \ brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast can also be automatically corrected before shooting to make subjects stand out better. zzPress the button, choose [i-Contrast] on the [4] tab, and then choose [Auto] (= 23). zzOnce the setting is complete, [@] is displayed. • Under some shooting conditions, correction may be inaccurate or may cause images to appear grainy. • You can also correct existing images ( = 71). Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index