F11Technical Notes and IndexCamera cannot focus.• Subject is too close. Try shooting using easy automode, Close-up scene mode, or macro mode.• The intended subject is one with which autofocusdoes not perform well.• Set AF assist in the setup menu to Auto.• Turn camera off and then on again.34, 39, 572888, E5622Images are blurred.• Use flash.• Increase the ISO sensitivity value.• Enable vibration reduction or motion detection.• Use D (best shot selector).• Use tripod and self-timer.5149, E3388, E54,E5540, 49,E3255Streaks of light or partialdiscoloration are visible inthe monitor.Smear occurs when extremely bright light strikes theimage sensor. When shooting with Continuous setto Multi-shot 16 and when recording movies,avoiding bright objects, such as the sun, reflections ofthe sun, and electric lights is recommended.49, E32,F3Bright specks appear inimages captured with flash.Flash is reflecting off particles in air. Lower the flash orset the flash mode setting to W (off). 5, 53Flash does not fire.• The flash is lowered or the flash mode is set to W(off).• Scene mode with which the flash does not fire isselected.• On is selected for Blink proof in smart portraitmenu.• Another function that restricts flash is enabled.5, 516046, E2864Problem Cause/Solution A
