Pentax ZX-M - Holding the Camera

GENERAL
OPERATION
10 HOLDING THE CAMERA
Camera held horizontally
For best results, be sure to hold the camera cor¬
rectly as shown in the illustrations.
Hold the camera firmly, with your left hand support¬
ing the camera and lens as shown in the illustra¬
tions.
Camera held vertically
• Although there are individual differences among
photographers, in general the shutter speed for a
hand held camera is the inverse of the focal
length. For example, 1/50 of second when the
focal length is 50mm, and 1/100 of second when it
is 100mm. A tripod should be used for shutter
speeds slower than this.
• When using an ultra-telephoto lens, a tripod that is
heavier than the total weight of the camera and
lens Is recommended to avoid camera shake.