32Scene Modes: n Scene ModeScene Modes: n Scene ModeAssist and Scene ModesThe camera offers a choice of four “assist” modesand eleven “scene” modes.In these modes, camera settings are automaticallyoptimized for the selected subject type.Assist ModesThe following modes offer framing assist options tohelp you compose your shots.Scene ModesThe following modes allow you to take pictures optimized for a particularsubject type by simply choosing a scene mode and pressing the shutter-release button.l Image Mode[Image mode] (c 77) can be set in the assist menu of the sceneassist modes or in the scene menu. Changes made to the imagemode setting apply to all shooting modes.B Portrait (default)Use for portraits. The main subject stands out clearly while the backgrounddetails are softened, lending a sense of depth to the composition.E LandscapeUse for vivid landscape shots that enhance outlines, colors, and contrast insubjects such as skyscapes and forests.P SportsFast shutter speeds freeze fast-moving subjects for dynamic sports scenes.D Night portraitUse for a natural balance between the main subject and background lightingin portraits taken at night.C Party/indoor G Night landscape O CopyH Beach/snow M Close up L Back lightI Sunset N Museum F Panorama assistJ Dusk/dawn K Fireworks showSceneBZPortraitExitPortrait figureImage mode
