96Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded ImageUsually the recorded imagecontains more of the scenethan is seen in theviewfinder.z Confirm the actual image size withthe LCD monitor. Use the LCDmonitor when taking close-upshots (p. 15).Image is blurred or out of focus.AF-assist Beam is set to[Off].z In dark places where it is difficult forthe camera to focus, the AF-assistBeam will emit to assist focusing. Asthe AF-assist Beam will not functionwhen turned off, set it [On] toactivate it (p. 24). Take care not toobstruct the AF-assist Beam withyour hand when used.The camera moves whenthe shutter button ispressed.z Setting the self-timer to(2 seconds) delays the shutterrelease for 2 seconds after theshutter button is pressed andallows the camera to stop shaking,thus preventing a blurred image(p. 35).Even better results can beobtained by placing the camera ona stable surface or by using atripod to shoot.Subject is out of focal range. z Shoot with the subject at thecorrect shooting distance (p. 118).The subject is hard to focuson.z Use the focus lock, AF lock ormanual focus to shoot (p. 47).Subject in recorded image is too dark.Insufficient light for shooting. z Set the flash to (Flash on)(Basic Guide p. 9).Subject is dark in contrast tothe background.z Set the exposure compensation toa positive (+) setting (p. 54).z Use AE lock or use the spotmetering function (p. 49, 53).
