The FlexiZone is the same as the Auto mode
except that you can use FlexiZone AF and
FlexiZone AE. You can also adjust shutter
speeds in this program.
• You cannot use FlexiZone in photo mode.
• If you zoom in to a magnification greater
than 64
×
digital zoom, you cannot use
FlexiZone AF or FlexiZone AE (the frame
disappears).
In normal recording conditions, set the
POWER switch to
Q
, and choose AUTO
from the program menu. This is the same as
the Easy Recording program, except that you
now have the option of using any of the
camera’s manual functions — you can adjust
focus and exposure, set the white balance,
and so on. You can adjust shutter speeds in
the Auto Recording program.
43
E
Using the Full
Rang
e of Features
Auto
This program is useful for recording high-
speed sports scenes in brightly lit conditions.
Normal playback will be slightly jerky, but
you will get clear images which can be
analyzed frame by frame during slow or
paused playback.
AUTO
SPORTS
FLEXIZONE
Portrait
Use this program outdoors to make subjects
stand out from a softened foreground and
background. It works well for still-lifes and
close-ups. The effect is most noticeable when
the zoom position is between the middle
range and the telephoto end. Focus manually
for maximum accuracy, and be careful when
recording action scenes, as this program may
cause fast moving objects to shudder.
PORTRAIT
FlexiZone
Sports
