ŝ30ŞƈPressing the shutter button down half wayLightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery charge.Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture.ƈThe available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.ƈWhen the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition, the camerashake warning indicator ( ) may appear on the LCD monitor. In this case, use a tripod,support the camera on a solid surface or change the flash mode to flash shot mode.ƈBacklight compensated shots : When taking an outdoor shot, avoid facing the sun, as theimage may be dark because of the strong backlight.To take a picture against the sun, please use the[BACKLIGHT] in the scene shooting mode (see page 28),Fill-in flash (see page 37), Spot metering (see page 61), orExposure compensation (see page 52).ƈAvoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.ƈUnder certain conditions the auto focus system may not perform as expected.- When photographing a subject that has little contrast.- If the subject is highly reflective or shiny.- If the subject is moving at high speed.- When there is strong reflected light, or when the background is very bright.- When the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject is very narrow(such as a stick or flagpole).- When the surroundings are dark.[Lightly press the shutter button] [Press the shutter button]Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
