Basic Techniques For Better Images; Focus - Focusing On A Subject Successfully - Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W80 Instruction Manual

Basic techniques for better images
Focusing on a subject successfully
s section describes the basics so you can
enjoy your camera. It tells you how to use
various camera functions such as the mode
dial (page 21), the HOME screen (page 33),
the menus (page 35), and so on.
ress the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically
ocus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down.
Press the shutter
button fully down
suddenly.
Press the shutter
button halfway
down.
AEI
AF lock indicator
flashing
~
lit/beeps
Then press the
shutter button
fully down.
To shoot a still image difficult to focus on
-+
[Focus] (page 42)
If the image looks blurred even after focusing, it may be because of camera shake.
-+
See
"Hints for preventing blur" (as follows).
Hints for preventing blur
Hold the camera steady, keeping your arms at your side. It is recommended to lean
against a tree or a building nearby to steady yourself. Shooting with a 2-second delay
self-timer or using a tripod is also effective. Use the flash when you shoot under a low
light condition.
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