Capture mode 7
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Scene mode
Select one of the following scene modes to fit your shooting condition.
Icon Mode Description
Auto Lets the camera automatically decide most settings, so
you can capture images with ease.
Manual Lets you decide all available shooting parameters.
Movie Record Captures videos with sound. When viewing the captured
video file later, the icon shows indicating that this is
a video file.
S.S.F.
(Super Shake-Free)
Reduces blur caused by camera vibration, and thus
improves image quality and clearness. ISO value is also
automatically adjusted based on the ambient brightness.
Portrait Makes the subject (usually a person) stand out with a
brighter look.
Landscape Used when taking pictures of natural scenery.
Sports Captures a fast-moving subject.
Backlight Compensates for exposure in a strong backlit
environment. Flash is always on.
Night Scene Used when taking a picture in the evening, night, or a
low-light environment.
Beach Used under a very bright light environment such as
beaches.
Snow Used under a very bright light environment such as snow
scenes.
Fireworks Used when taking a picture of exploding fireworks.
Night Scene Portrait Keeps both the subject and the night scene clearly.
Self-Portrait Helps take a picture of yourself (and other subjects if
available).
Building Line contrasts of a building are highlighted.
Soft Flowing Water Captures the moments of motion blur on water.
Landscape Portrait Makes the subject (usually a person) stand out while the
background is blurred slightly.
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