Pentax SF1 - Page 22

NormapI Program Mode
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When the Normal Program mode is selected, the camera
automatically sets one of the sub-modes (Wide [ >•?).
Standard (lii) or Tele [[ ♦ ]]), depending on the focal
length of the lens in use. The sub-mode is also automatically
switched when the focal length of the zoom lens changes.
When the macro setting of a zoom lens is used, the
Normal Program Tele is automatically set.
When an SMC Pentax-A lens is used, the camera auto¬
matically selects the Normal Program Standard mode.
Normal Program Sub-Modes and Lens Focal Lengths
Sub-mode
Focal length of lens
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Shorter than 40mm
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Between 40mm and 110mm
Tele [ ♦ ]
Longer than 110mm
This mode is programmed to select a relatively high
shutter speed, making it ideal for action shooting such
as sports and wildlife photography. It also minimizes
camera shake and vibration to prevent blurred images.
Program Depth Mode
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This mode is programmed to maximize the depth of
field. Use it for subjects requiring both near and distant
elements to be in sharp focus, such as portrait shots
with a background setting (buildings, landscapes, etc.),
or taking close-ups.