Application (Record)
Taking pictures with self-timer
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We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for preventing jitter when pressing 
the shutter button or the motion picture button, by setting the self-timer.
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Press     to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]
Item Description of settings
[10sec.] Picture is taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed.
[10s / 3pictures] After 10 seconds the camera takes 3 pictures at about 2 seconds 
intervals after shutter is pressed. (Only when taking still pictures)
[2sec.] Picture is taken 2 seconds after shutter is pressed.
[Off] —
Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it 
fully to take the picture
 • The Self-timer indicator blinks and the shutter is 
activated after 10 seconds (or 2 seconds).
 • When [10s / 3pictures] is selected, the Self-timer 
indicator blinks again after the first and the second 
pictures are taken and the shutter is activated 
2 seconds after it blinks.
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When taking motion pictures
When motion picture button is pressed, the Self-timer 
indicator blinks and motion picture recording is started 
after 10 seconds (or 2 seconds).
 • To finish motion picture recording, press motion 
picture button again.
 • When [10s / 3pictures] is set, motion picture 
recording is started after 10 seconds.
Self-timer indicator