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Changing the flash settings
For flash settings in each mode, see page 53.
Flash modesFlash fires
Auto 
FlashWhen the lighting conditions require it.
FillEvery time you take a picture, regardless of the lighting conditions. Use 
when the subject is in shadow or is “backlit” (when light is behind the 
subject). In low light, hold the camera steady or use a tripod.
Red EyeThe flash fires once so the eyes become accustomed to the flash, then 
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Using the self-timer
To cancel the Self-timer before the picture is taken, press the Self-timer button. (The 
Self-timer setting remains active.)
Use the same procedure to take a video, but:
■Turn the Mode dial to Video .
■Press the Shutter button completely down.
NOTE:  The video stops when no storage space remains. Only the 2- and 10-second options are available in 
video mode.
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Place camera on a tripod or flat surface.
Compose the scene....

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Capture modes
Use this modeFor
AutoGeneral picture-taking—offers an excellent balance of image quality and 
ease of use.
SportSubjects that are in motion. Shutter speed is fast. The camera pre-settings 
are Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone Focus.
PortraitFull-frame portraits of people. Allows the subject to be sharp and the 
background to be indistinct. For best results, position your subject at least 
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Scene modes
1Turn the Mode dial to Scene .
2Press  to display Scene mode descriptions.
NOTE:  If the Scene mode description turns off, press the OK button.
3Press the OK button to choose a Scene mode.
Use this 
SCN mode ForCamera pre-settings
ChildrenAction pictures of children in 
bright light.Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone 
Focus
PartyPeople indoors. Minimizes 
red eye.Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, Multi-Zone 
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For information on PASM modes, see page 38.
LandscapeDistant scenery. Flash does 
not fire. Auto-focus framing 
marks (
page 6) are not 
available in Landscape.
Infinity Focus, Multi-Pattern Exposure Metering, 
Daylight White Balance
Night 
Landscape Distant scenery at night. 
Flash does not fire. Place the 
camera on a flat, steady 
surface or use a tripod.f/2.8–f/3.7, Infinity Focus, Daylight White 
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Taking close-up and landscape pictures
Use the Close-up/Landscape button  to take pictures of scenes that are very 
close or very far away.
1Set the Mode dial to Auto or a PASM mode. (For 
PASM mode, see 
page 38.)
2Press the Close-up/Landscape button  
repeatedly until the  or  icon appears in the 
status bar.
3Take a picture.
NOTE:  After you take the picture, the camera stays in the Close-up 
or Landscape setting. To exit, press the...

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Using burst
1In most Still modes, press the Burst button repeatedly to choose an option.
2Press the Shutter button halfway to focus and set exposure.
3Press the Shutter button completely down and hold it to take pictures.
The camera stops taking pictures when you release the Shutter button, when the 
pictures are taken, or when there is no more storage space.
NOTE:  During Quickview, you can delete all pictures in the burst series. To delete...

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Changing picture-taking settings
You can change settings to get the best results from your camera:
1Press the Menu button. (Some settings are unavailable in some modes.)
2Press  to highlight a setting, then press the OK button.
3Choose an option, then press the OK button.
4Press the Menu button to exit.
NOTE:  Some settings remain until you change them; others, until you turn the mode dial or turn off the 
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White Balance
Choose your lighting condition.
Available only in PASM mode.
Auto (default)—automatically corrects white balance. 
Ideal for general picture taking.
Daylight—for pictures in natural lighting.
Tungsten—corrects the orange cast of household light 
bulbs. Ideal for indoor pictures under tungsten or halogen 
lighting without flash.
Fluorescent—corrects the green cast of fluorescent 
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Color Mode
Choose color tones.
Unavailable in Video mode.
High Color
Natural Color (default)
Low Color
Black & White
Sepia for pictures with a reddish-brown, antique look.
EasyShare software also lets you change a color picture to 
black-and-white or sepia.
Sharpness
Control picture sharpness.
Available only in PASM mode.
High
Normal (default) 
Low
Reset to Default
Reset P, A, S, or M mode to its 
default setting.
Available only in PASM mode.
Set...