43Before UseBasic GuideAdvanced GuideCamera BasicsAuto Mode / HybridAuto ModeOther ShootingModesP ModePlayback ModeWi-Fi FunctionsSetting MenuAccessoriesAppendixIndexBefore UseBasic GuideAdvanced GuideCamera BasicsAuto Mode / HybridAuto ModeOther ShootingModesP ModePlayback ModeWi-Fi FunctionsSetting MenuAccessoriesAppendixIndexStill Images Moviest Shoot fireworks (Fireworks)zz Vivid shots of fireworks.• Subjects appear larger in [ ] mode compared to other modes.• In [ ] mode, shots may look grainy because the ISO speed(=54) is increased to suit the shooting conditions.• Because the camera will shoot continuously in [ ] mode, hold itsteady while shooting.• In [ ] mode, excessive motion blur or certain shooting conditionsmay prevent you from obtaining the desired results.• In [t] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measuresto keep it still and prevent camera shake. Additionally, you shouldset [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to securethe camera (=63).• When you use a tripod for evening scenes, shooting in [ ] mode instead of[ ] mode will give better results (=26).• [ ] mode resolution is [ ] (2304 x 1728) and cannot be changed.• In [t] mode, although no frames are displayed when you press the shutterbutton halfway, optimal focus is still determined.Applying Special EffectsAdd a variety of effects to images when shooting.1 Choose a shooting mode.zz Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”(=42) to choose a shooting mode.2 Shoot.Still Images MoviesShoot in vivid colors(Super Vivid)zz Shots in rich, vivid colors.Still Images MoviesPosterized shots (Poster Effect)zz Shots that resemble an old poster orillustration.• In [ ] and [ ] modes, try taking some test shots first, to make sureyou obtain the desired results.COPY