49LSQT1394When you record images in different situations,this mode automatically sets optimum shutterspeeds and apertures.1 Select the manual mode. (l 48)2 Select the menu. (l 28)To cancel the scene mode functionSet [SCENE MODE] to [OFF].≥ You can also cancel the scene mode functionby pressing the AUTO button.Sports mode≥ For slow-motion playback or playback pause ofrecorded pictures, this mode helps diminishcamera shake.≥ During normal playback, the image movementmay not look smooth.≥ Avoid recording under fluorescent light,mercury light or sodium light because the colorand brightness of the playback image maychange.≥ If you record a subject illuminated with brightlight or a highly reflective subject, vertical linesof light may appear.≥ If the brightness is insufficient, the sports modedoes not function. The [5] display flashes.≥ If this mode is used indoors, the screen mayflicker.Portrait mode≥ If this mode is used indoors, the screen mayflicker. If so, change the scene mode setting to[OFF].Low light mode≥ Extremely dark scenes may not be able to berecorded finely.Spotlight mode≥ If the recording subject is extremely bright, thesubject may become washed out and theperiphery extremely darkened.Surf & snow mode≥ If the subject is extremely bright, the recordedimage may become washed out.Scene mode[BASIC] # [SCENE MODE] # desiredsettingIcon Mode/Recording conditions5SportsTo record sports scenes or sceneswhere there are quick motionsPortraitTo make people stand out against thebackgroundLow lightTo make the scene brighter in darkconditionsSpotlightTo make the subject under a spotlightlook more attractiveSurf & snowTo record images in bright placessuch as ski slopes and beaches
