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When the auto mode selector lever is rotated to [AUTO], you can rotate the control ring to choose from the subject types listed below.

The subject type can also be selected using the [SCENE POSITION] option the shooting menu.

[ADVANCED SR AUTO]
The camera automatically optimizes settings to suit the scene.
[PORTRAIT]
Choose for portraits.
[PORTRAIT ENHANCER]
Processes portraits to give the subject a smooth, natural-looking complexion.
[LANDSCAPE]
Choose for daylight shots of buildings and landscapes.
[SPORT]
Choose when photographing moving subjects.
[NIGHT]
Choose for poorly lit twilight or night scenes.
[NIGHT (TRIPOD)]
Choose this mode for slow shutter speeds when shooting at night.
[FIREWORKS]
Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of light from a firework.
[SUNSET]
Choose this mode to record the vivid colors in sunrises and sunsets.
[SNOW]
Choose for crisp, clear shots that capture the brightness of scenes dominated by shining white snow.
[BEACH]
Choose for crisp, clear shots that capture the brightness of sunlit beaches.
[UNDERWATER]
Reduces the blue cast typically associated with underwater lighting.
[PARTY]
Capture indoor background lighting under low-light conditions.
[FLOWER]
Effective for taking more vivid shots of flowers.
[TEXT]
Take clear pictures of text or drawings in print.

[ADVANCED SR AUTO]

The scene selected by the camera in [ADVANCED SR AUTO] mode is shown by an icon in the display.

  • : [AUTO]
  • : [LANDSCAPE]
  • : [NIGHT]
  • : [MACRO]
  • : [BEACH]
  • : [SUNSET]
  • : [SNOW]
  • : [SKY]
  • : [GREENERY]
  • : [SKY & GREENERY]
  • : [PORTRAIT]
  • : [BACKLIT PORTRAIT]
  • : [MOVING OBJECT]
  • : [PORTRAIT & MOTION]
  • : [BACKLIT PORTRAIT & MOTION]

The mode selected may vary with shooting conditions. If the mode and subject do not match, select a scene manually.