Minolta Maxxum HTsi Plus 35mm SLR Camera
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1. The built in flash can not be used with the following lenses AF 300mm f 2 8 APO tele AF 600mm f 4 0 APO tele 24 25 USING THE BUILT IN FLASH Fill Flash Use fill flash when taking pictures under fluorescent lighting or to eliminate harsh shadows When set the flash will fire every time a picture is taken The TTL automatic flash metering system will ensure correct exposure Press the flash mode button and turn the control dial until appears in the data panel Make sure your subject is within the flash range specified in the table on page 25 Press the flash mode button and turn the control dial until appears to return to autoflash mode For quick shots hold the flash mode button down when pressing the shutter release button to fire the fill flash Flash Cancel Use flash cancel when photographing twilight scenes or to capture the ambiance of existing light Press the flash mode button and turn the control dial until appears in the data panel Press the flash mode button and turn the control dial until 45 appears to return to autoflash mode The shutter speed may be slow Use of a tripod is recommended 26 USING THE BUILT IN FLASH Red Eye Reduction Light reflecting from your subject s eyes may produce the effect known as red eye Use the built in flash s red eye reduction mode to produce more natural looking photographs by reducing the red eye effect2. 2 222424 42 43 Batteries e 12 44 IBI NER E 14 222 4 5 45 16 Metering in manual 46 Handling the Camera eese 18 M mode flaSh 47 TAKING TIME EXPOSURES 48 J FULLY AUTOMATIC OPERATION ADDITIONAL FEATURES ul Taking Pictures Full Auto 2 424022212 20 FOCUS ees e eri 21 FOCUS gt Special Focus 2 22 Wide Focus Area 91 5 52 Focus Hold sencon an aa iio 23 Manual Focus 93 AF Illuminator 94 ul Using the Built in Flash EXPOSURE J Flash signals seen 25 14 Segment Metering 55 Spot Metering 56 Flash range Leere te 25 Exposure Compensation 57 Setting the ISO Manually 58 lilii 26 Bracketing 59 Multiple Exposure 62 Flash cancel 26 FLASH Red eye reduction 27 High Speed Sync 65 Slow Sync 66 Rewinding the Film een 28 FOR OWNERS OF THE DATE MODEL SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION Exposing the Date Time 67 Se
3. INSTRUCTION MANUAL 47 P E FULL AUTO OPERATION SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION CREATIVE EXPOSURE MODES MINOLTA APPENDIX This manual has been designed to help you understand the operation of your Minolta camera more quickly After familiarizing yourself with the camera start with Level and learn to operate the camera in Full Auto mode Move on to Level and the Subject Program modes when you are comfortable with the camera and want to have more control Here you decide the type of image you want to photograph and leave the exposure details to the camera When you are ready for full control move on to Level Ill and the ASM exposure modes The information in this manual is relevant for products introduced before March 1998 Contact the nearest authorized Minolta Service facility to obtain compatibility information for products released after this date This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the fol lowing two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This equip ment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules The
4. 1 Turn the function dial to 2 Press the function button and turn the control dial until and ON appear in the data panel Warn your subject that the flash will fire a few short flash bursts just before the picture is taken ww Turn the function dial to then press the function button and turn the control dial until lt and OFF appear in the data panel 27 REWINDING THE FILM Automatic Rewind After you have exposed the last frame the camera will automatically rewind the film When the film is completely rewound the motor will stop and will blink in the data panel indicating it is safe to open the back of the camera 1 Wait until the film is completely rewound will appear and will blink in the data panel 2 Slide the back cover release down to open the back cover 3 Remove the film then close the back cover Manual Rewind Use manual rewind to rewind the film before the current roll is finished 1 Press the manual rewind button vA 2 Follow steps 1 3 from Automatic Rewind 28 LEVEL Il Now that you are comfortable with the operation of the camera take more control of the creative process by telling the camera what kind of picture you want to take The subject program modes let you take more control without leaving the program exposure mode In each of the subject program modes the camera will automaticall
5. 66 In P and A modes slow shutter sync sets a slower shutter speed to increase the background or ambient lighting exposure in a flash picture Flash output will automatically be decreased to maintain a correct exposure of your subject z Conventional Flash Frame your subject While pressing the spot AE lock button press the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture If the background is bright or a large aperture is set A mode the shutter speed may not be reduced Use a tripod if the shutter speed becomes too slow to allow sharp hand held pictures after you press the spot AE lock button and the locked exposure will be displayed in the viewfinder FOR OWNERS OF THE QUARTZ DATE MODEL The Quartz data function lets you record the date or time onto the lower right corner of the photograph The quartz data back has an automatic calendar through the year 2019 Imprinted data may be difficult to read if the lower right corner of the photograph is bright or non uniform Imprinting size and position may differ according to printing conditions Do not use the data back when temperatures exceed the operating range of to 50 32 to 122 F Print indicator SELECT button MODE button ADJUST button MODE SELECT ADJUST Exposing the Date Time Before taking the picture 1 Press the MODE bution to choose the data imprinting format The display cha
6. d Tips Tips ww For best results use a mid telephoto lens with a large aperture For best results zoom to a wide view or use a wide angle lens Use fill flash when your p26 and include a foreground subject or detail to create a feeling of Lock focus on your subject s eyes and be ready to capture the depth in the picture perfect expression Use flash when a subject in the foreground is backlit or has strong shadows across the face If there is no subject in the foreground do not use flash Use a tripod especially at slower shutter speeds 30 31 SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION Close Up Mode Sports Mode Fast shutter speeds are needed to stop action In Sports mode the camera will set the fastest possible shutter speed and continually adjust the focus to track fast moving subjects Set Close Up mode when photographing small objects like flowers or jewelry In Close Up mode the camera automatically sets the best possible aperture and shutter speed for the picture you are taking CON Press the subject program button until the subject program pointer is under 9 CON Press the subject program N button until the e oem Cy Pointer unde Tips Tips For best results use a macro lens or a macro capable zoom lens The built in flash is only effective when your subject is within the Do not use the built in flash if
7. a zoom lens rotate the zooming ring to frame your subject as desired Center your subject in the focus frame then press the shutter release button partway down The camera will focus and set exposure automatically Take the picture Gently press the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture LEVEL This section provides the information necessary to operate your camera in most photographic situations This section covers Battery Installation Attaching and Removing the Lens Loading the Film Camera Handling Fully Automatic Camera Operation Special Focus Situations Basic Flash Operation Rewinding the Film Once you fully understand the instructions in this section proceed to the Advanced Operation and Additional Features sections to obtain more enjoyment from your camera 10 A GETTING STARTED ttaching the Stra BATTERIES Installing the Batteries Your camera uses two 3V CR2 lithium batteries to supply power for all camera operations 12 Using a coin or similar object turn the battery chamber lock to OPEN then open the battery chamber door Insert the batteries as indicated by the and marks Close the battery chamber door then turn the battery chamber lock to CLOSE Setting the camera down with the battery chamber door open may damage the camera BATTERIES Checking Battery Power Eac
8. and slide the main Sliding the main switch to LOCK switch from LOCK to ON during rewind causes the film to be Re iiie dete earl rewound into the cartridge when the power is switched back on 70 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS Cust 4 DX Memory 1 Off Film speed is always set to the DX coded ISO Non DX coded film is set to the ISO of the previous roll 2 DXMemory On Changes to the film speed for a DX coded roll are saved and applied to future rolls with the same DX coded ISO Use to consistently over under expose a specific film type Film must be loaded before the ISO can be changed Cust 5 Flash Control in P Mode 1 Autoswitchover Built in flash pops up when shutter release button is pressed partway down Flash will fire when necessary 2 Fill Flash Manual Switchover Flash mode button must be pressed to raise the built in flash p26 Flash will fire every time the shutter is released The TTL exposure system will ensure correct exposure Push the built in flash down to select flash cancel 72 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS Cust 6 Focus hold button LENS The mounted lens must have a focus hold button 1 Focus Hold Pressing the focus hold button on the lens locks the focus 2 Spot Focus Pressing the focus hold button on the lens selects the center focus sensor p51 3 Continuous Focus Select this setting when focusing on moving subjects Pressing th
9. based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change without di notice 87 interference causing equipment regulations CE stands This mark certifies that this product meets the C requirements of the EU European Union concerning for Conformit Europ enne European Conformity 88 89 Minolta Co Ltd Minolta GmbH Minolta France S A Minolta UK Limited Minolta Austria Ges m b H Minolta Camera Benelux B V Belgium Branch Minolta Schweiz AG Minolta Svenska AB Finland Branch Minolta Portugal Limitada Minolta Corporation Head Office Los Angeles Branch Minolta Canada Inc Head Office Vancouver Branch Minolta Hong Kong Limited Minolta Singapore Pte Ltd Shanghai Minolta Optical Products Co Ltd 3 13 2 Chome Azuchi Machi Chuo Ku Osaka 541 8556 Japan Kurt Fischer Strasse 50 D 22923 Ahrensburg Germany 365 Route de Saint Germain F 78420 Carrieres Sur Seine France Rooksley Park Precedent Drive Rooksley Milton Keynes MK13 8HF England Amalienstrasse 59 61 A 1131 Wien Austria Zonnebaan 39 P O Box 6000 NL 3600 HA Maarssen The Netherlands Kontichsesteenweg 38 B 2630 Aartselaar Belgium Riedstrasse 6 CH 8953 Dietikon Switzerland P O Box 9058 Albygatan 114 S 17109 Solna Sweden Niittykatu 6 PL 37 SF 02201 Espoo Finland Av do Brasil 33 A P 1700 Lisboa Portugal 101 Williams Drive Ramsey New Jersey 07446 U S A 11150 Ho
10. before loading film If film is loaded do not open the back cover Refer to Manual Rewind on page 28 for instructions on removing a partially exposed roll Load film in the shade to reduce the chances of fogging the film Do not use Polaroid Instant 35mm film Winding problems may occur If DX coded film is used the camera automatically sets the correct ISO film speed If non DX coded film is used the camera will use the previous roll s ISO setting Refer to page 58 to set the film speed manually Do not use infrared film in this camera The camera s frame counter sensor will fog infrared film 1 Slide the back cover release down to open the back cover 2 Insert a film cartridge into the film chamber The shutter curtain s precision design makes it extremely sensitive to pressure Never touch it with your fingers or the film tip 16 LOADING FILM 3 Extend the leader between the guide rails to the index mark If the film tip extends beyond the index mark push the excess film back into the cartridge e iss Close the back cover The camera automatically advances the film to the first frame 1 will appear in the frame counter The ISO is displayed in the data panel for 5 seconds after loading di blinks in the frame counter and the shutter locks when the film is loaded incorrectly Open the back cover and repeat steps 2 4 If film is loaded with the p
11. button is pressed partway down Fourteen Segment Honeycomb Pattern Metering is the camera s standard metering mode and is appropriate for most photographic situations 55 EXPOSURE Spot Metering EXPOSURE Exposure Compensation Use only the center metering The metering system in this segment to lock the exposure camera averages the readings settings without locking the focus from each active metering The exposure remains locked until segment to determine an the spot AE lock button is released exposure that will achieve an Pressing the spot AE lock button sets average middle grey tone on the the flash to slow sync mode p66 film Compensated Exposure 1 Place the spot metering area on the subject whose exposure you want to lock Bright scenes such as snow or beach scenes are often underexposed Dark scenes are often overexposed Exposure compensation lets you adjust the metered Metered Exposure exposure 3 stops in 1 2 stop increments 2 Press and hold the spot AE This effect is most visible when slide film is being used lock button KJ and the locked exposure will be displayed in the viewfinder Press the exposure compensation button and turn the control dial until the desired compensation value appears in the data panel Exposure compensation remains until it is reset or cancelled To cancel exposure compensation repeat the above
12. in the data panel 3 Turn the control dial to select the aperture If 4000 or 30 s blinks in the data panel the required setting is beyond the camera s shutter speed range Turn the control dial until the blinking stops 39 A MODE APERTURE PRIORITY A Mode Flash When the built in flash is up or an attached accessory flash is on it will fire each time a picture is taken The camera s TTL automatic flash metering system will ensure proper exposure Press the flash mode button to pop up the built in flash 5 will appear in the data panel The shutter speed is automatically set to 1 125 or slower Asmaller aperture larger f number will result in a shorter flash range Refer to Flash Range p25 to determine the range of the built in flash at the selected aperture If 125 blinks in the viewfinder and the data panel the light level is too bright for the selected aperture Turn the control dial until the blinking stops or cancel the flash Cancelling the Flash Push the built in flash down or turn the accessory flash off amp will be displayed in the data panel 40 A MODE APERTURE PRIORITY Aperture Control Small Aperture large f number Large Aperture small f number The size of the aperture lens opening determines the depth of field in the final image as well as the intensity of the light falling on the film Depth of field is th
13. mode indicators Red eye reduction indicator Multiple exposure indicator Exposure bracketing indicator Manual focus indicator Focus frame Shutter speed ISO display Aperture Exposure compensation display Exposure mode indicators Exposure compensation indicator TENE Subject program pointer Subject program 1 Spot metering area Spot focus area Focus signals Focus area indicator Shutter speed display a Self timer indicator Battery condition indicator High speed flash sync indicator Exposure compensation indicator X m Aperture Exposure compensation display o Drive mode indicator Cartridge mark Film transport signal Frame counter Multiple exposure Custom function setting display Spot AE lock indicator High speed sync indicator Flash signal QUICK OPERATION Insert batteries This camera uses two CR2 lithium batteries Attach lens Align the red mounting dot on the lens with the one on the camera Gently insert the lens into the mount and turn it clockwise until it clicks into the locked position Turn on power Slide the main switch to ON Load film Align the film tip with the red mark then close the back cover QUICK OPERATION 5 Set Full Auto operation Press the program reset button to set the camera to fully automatic operation If using
14. or disassemble Do not mix batteries of different types brands or ages Tape over lithium battery contacts before disposal Follow local regulations for battery disposal Use caution accidents may occur when using this product near young children Keep batteries and other things that could be swallowed away from young children Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed Immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use if the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior is exposed the camera emits a strange smell heat or smoke Do not disassemble Electric shock may occur if a high voltage circuit inside the camera is touched Take your camera to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required Do not look directly at the sun through the viewfinder Do not allow a camera lens to point directly at the sun Fire may occur if sunlight comes to focus on a flammable surface Replace the lens cap when the product is not being used TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS CREATIVE EXPOSURE MODES NAMES OF PARTS 4 QUICK OPERATION sees 8 A MODE Aperture Priority 4 4 44 24 43 39 A mode flash 4 22 40 GETTING STARTED Aperture control seeseeesssssseeeeeeeenenennnenene 41 Strap 1 S MODE Shutter
15. subject is outside the focus frame or when autofocus is difficult to confirm If the subject within the focus frame is very bright or low in contrast 1 Center your subject in the focus frame then press the If two subjects at different distances shutter release button ZR 3l overlap in the focus frame partway down MOON appears in the viewfinder when the as N N focus is confirmed ly Hoga HUH B Focus hold also locks the exposure settings If a subject composed of alternating light and dark lines completely fills the focus frame Continue to hold the shutter release button partway down while you compose your picture If your subject is near a very bright object or area 3 Press the shutter release button the rest of the way down to take the picture Remove your finger from the shutter release button to cancel focus hold 22 23 USING THE BUILT IN FLASH USING THE BUILT IN FLASH In Full Auto mode P the built in flash pops up automatically when Flash Signals the shutter release button is pressed partway down Once the flash is up it will fire when necessary The shutter will not release until the flash is charged 5 Flash is charged Select flash cancel when you don t want the flash to fire Pressing the program reset button P r
16. the function button is released Continued on next page 59 58 EXPOSURE Bracketing EXPOSURE Bracketing 3 Select the desired drive mode Cancelling Bracketing The drive mode is initially set to single L or continuous whichever was set 1 Turn the function dial to with exposure bracketing last 2 Press the function button and turn the control dial until OFF appears in the data panel 4 Focus on and frame your subject then press the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture Fy Hold the shutter release button down until the series is finished Press the shutter release button for each exposure Sliding the main switch to LOCK in the middle of a bracketing series resets the bracketing series to the first Exposure is locked on the first frame of the frame series The exposure settings will change automatically Bracketing with the Exposure Compensation Button While pressing the exposure compensation button press the shutter release button all the way down and hold The camera automatically exposes a three frame bracketed series Releasing either button before the series is complete cancels the exposure series Flash Notes The built in flash is set to flash cancel when bracketing is selected An attached Minolta accessory flash will be set to off when bracketing is selected If an AF s
17. the main switch to ON 5 Press the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture In low light conditions the AF illuminator flash will fire to determine focus distance Use focus hold p23 if your subject is outside the focus frame 2 Press the program reset button to set the camera to Full Auto Focus Signals The camera will return to its default settings p77 The following signals appear in the viewfinder to indicate the focus status when the shutter release button is pressed partway down 3 If using a zoom lens rotate the lens zooming ring to frame the subject as desired Focus is confirmed Continuous autofocus Focus is confirmed 4 Center your subject in the focus frame then press Continuous autofocus Lens focusing the shutter release button photons en partway down to activate autofocus e or will appear in the viewfinder when focus is confirmed The built in flash will pop up and fire when necessary Focus cannot be confirmed Shutter is locked Subject is too close or is one of the special focus situations described on page 22 20 21 SPECIAL FOCUS SITUATIONS FOCUS HOLD The camera may not be able to focus in situations like those described below When the focus lamp blinks use focus hold p23 or manual focus p53 See page 21 for an explanation of the focus signals Use focus hold when your
18. your subject is closer than 1 0m flash range 3 3 ft The lens may block the flash creating a shadow at the Use fast film and keep the focus frame on your subject bottom of your image lens shadowing Mount the camera on a tripod when using telephoto lenses Use a tripod to reduce camera shake Use spot AF to hold the focus in Sports mode p52 32 33 SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION Night Portrait Mode Photographing Night Scenes Night portraits require the camera s flash exposure to be balanced with the background exposure In Night Portrait mode the camera sets the largest possible aperture with a longer shutter speed allowing the background to appear in the photograph The longer shutter speeds set in Night Portrait mode let you capture beautiful photographs of Press the subject program button until the subject program pointer is under Pi Tips Set the flash to 5 or 5 when using Night Portrait mode See pages 26 and 27 Use faster film and a tripod Focus on the main part of your subject Warn your subject not to move while the picture is taken Tips Use faster film and a tripod f you are photographing a dark night scene it may be difficult for the camera to focus use focus hold p23 or manual focus p53 34 Cancel the flash in Night Portrait mode to photograph night scenes twilight scenes and night skylines
19. Press the subject program button until the subject program pointer is under F3 Press the flash mode button and turn the control dial until a appears in the data panel 35 SELF TIMER The self timer delays the release of the shutter for approximately 10 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed N 1 Place the camera on a tripod then press the self timer button until appears in the data panel Center your subject in the focus frame Press the shutter release button all the way down to start the timer The self timer indicator on the front of the camera will blink then glow just before the shutter releases Self timer mode is cancelled after the shutter is released Do not press the shutter release button while standing in front of the camera Attach the eyepiece cap if there is a bright light source behind the camera p49 Press the self timer button or slide the main switch to LOCK to cancel the self timer before the shutter releases 36 CONTINUOUS ADVANCE MODE In this mode the camera continues to release the shutter and advance the film as long as the shutter release button is held down AF Zoom xi and Power zoom lenses cannot be zoomed when continuous advance mode is selected Press the drive mode button until appears in the data panel Press the shutter release button down and hold When taking flash pictu
20. Store in a cool dry and well ventilated area away from dust and chemicals such as moth balls For long periods place the camera 84 Always attach the protective caps in an airtight container with a silica gel drying agent Periodically release the camera s shutter to keep it operating properly Before using after prolonged storage check the camera s operation to make sure it is functioning properly CARE AND STORAGE Cleaning S f the camera or lens barrel is dirty wipe it gently with a soft clean dry cloth If the camera or lens comes in contact with sand gently blow away loose particles wiping may scratch the surface To clean the lens surface first brush away any dust or sand then if necessary moisten a lens tissue with lens cleaning fluid and gently wipe the lens in a circular motion starting from the center Never place lens fluid directly on the lens Never touch the interior of the camera especially the shutter and mirror doing so may impair their alignment and movement Dust on the mirror will not affect the picture quality Never use compressed air to clean the camera s interior it may cause damage to sensitive interior parts Never use organic solvents to clean the camera Never touch the lens surface with your fingers Before Important Events Check the camera s operation carefully or take test photographs Minolta is not responsible for any loss that may occur due to an equ
21. V 1 20 Spot metering EV 4 20 ISO 100 f 1 4 lens Automatic ISO 25 to 5000 for DX coded film Manual ISO 6 to 6400 in 1 3 EV increments Flash ISO 25 1000 SPECIFICATIONS Film Transport Loading Auto load Drive Modes Single frame continuous advance 2 frames sec self timer exposure bracketing and multiple exposure Rewind Auto rewind manual start Count down display Frame counter Forward shows number of exposures taken Built in Flash GN 12 ISO 100 in meters Coverage 28mm angle of view Recycling Time Approx 3 sec according to Minolta test methods Additional Power Two CR2 lithium batteries Battery Performance Flash Use 20 10 20 10 0 40 rolls 30 rolls 65 rolls 50 rolls 50 17 rolls 13 rolls 23 rolls 18 rolls 100 11 rolls 8 rolls 14 rolls 10 rolls 24 exposure rolls Condition Lens 28 80 f 3 5 5 6 focused from infinity to 2m three times and the shutter release button held for ten seconds before each exposure Condition Lens 28 80 f 3 5 5 6 focused from infinity to 2m and the shutter release button held for five seconds before each exposure Battery performance will vary with usage conditions Exposures taken at a rate of 2 rolls month Dimensions WxHxD 135 0 x 90 0 x 58 5mm WxHxD QD model 135 0 x 90 0 x 61 0mm WxHxD Weight 350g w o camera battery QD model 360g w o camera battery Specifications and accessories are
22. al camera operation Make sure the subject is within the flash range Remove lens hood Remove and reinstall the batteries If normal camera operation does not resume or the camera malfunctions repeatedly contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility 11 11 23 53 23 EMBED c CARE AND STORAGE Operating Temp and Conditions This camera is designed for use from 20 to 50 C 4 to 122 F Never leave your camera where it may be subjected to extreme temperatures such as the glove compartment of a car Data panel response time will be slow at colder temperatures The display will temporarily darken at higher temperatures but will restore when the temperature normalizes Never subject the camera to extreme humidity To prevent condensation from forming place the camera in a sealed plastic bag when bringing it from cold environment to a warm environment Allow it to come to room temperature before removing it from the bag The low battery symbol may appear even with fresh batteries depending on the storage conditions To restore camera power repeat turning the camera on and off Battery capacity decreases at colder temperatures Keep your camera and spare batteries in a warm inside pocket when shooting in cold weather Batteries will regain some of their capacity when warmed to normal operating temperature Storage When storing your camera for extended periods
23. blink in the viewfinder or data panel when there is a problem with the exposure Lens Hood Flare is non image forming light that degrades image quality A lens MODE DISPLAY CAUSE ACTION hood improves image quality by reducing flare Remove a lens hood before using the camera s built in flash Light level is beyond the range of Bright Light use Fit the lens hood into the mount 5 available slower speed at the end of the lens barrel shutter film a neutral then turn the hood clockwise speeds and density ND until it stops apertures filter or reduce the light level of Scene or your subject surroundings brightness is Low Light use beyond the higher speed To store the hood reverse it attach it to the lens then replace the lens cap camera s film or a flash Lens Specifications metering AF Zoom AF Zoom range 35 70mm 3 5 4 5 28 80mm 3 5 5 6 Construction 7 elements 7 groups 10 elements 10 groups The required Angle of View 63 34 75 30 shutter Select a larger Min Focus Distance 0 5m 1 6 ft 0 38m 1 2 ft speed is or smaller Max Magnification 0 15X 0 26X beyond the aperture until the Min Aperture 22 27 22 38 range of the splay stops Filter Diameter 49mm 62mm camera blinking Dimensions 68 5 x 68mm 69 x 74mm Weight 210g 7 44 oz 230g 8 125 oz Specifications are based on the latest information available at the The required Select a faster ti
24. d time 69 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS CUSTOM FUNCTIONS Using the custom functions you can tailor selected camera settings Cust 1 AF Release Priority to suit your shooting style or preferences The functions you can n 1 AF priority customize are explained on pages 71 75 Shutter will not release until or appears in the viewfinder Setting the Custom Functions 2 Release Priority 1 Turn the function dial to CUST Shutter releases even if the focus cannot be confirmed Use Release priority when photographing moving subjects When continuous advance mode is selected the camera will not update the focus while the shutter release button is pressed 2 Turn the control dial to select the number of the custom function you want to change Cust 2 Film Rewind Start 1 Automatic Press the function button and Film is automatically rewound at the end of the roll turn the control dial to select the desired setting 2 Manual Press the manual rewind button to initiate rewind p28 Turn the function dial to any position other than CUST The shutter cannot be released if the function dial is set to CUST Cust 3 Film Tip TO cS ton memeo heir 1 Film is completely rewound into the cartridge default setting 1 Slide the main switch to LOCK 2 Leader is left out of the Turn the function dial to CUST cartridge after rewind Press the function button
25. e focus hold button on the lens selects continuous focus 73 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS CUSTOM FUNCTIONS Cust 7 Spot AF button Cust 8 Spot AE Lock button 1 Spot Focus 1 Press to activate Press the Spot AF button to lock Spot area is used for metering until the spot button is released the focus using the center focus sensor p52 2 Press once to activate press again to cancel Spot metering area is used for metering until the spot AE lock button is pressed again Slow shutter sync is set when the flash is selected 2 Selectable focus area Cust 9 AF Illuminator built in flash Press the Spot AF button and turn the 1 AF Illuminator 2 dial to sp cify The desired idee When the built in flash is up its AF illuminator will fire when ocus area The selected focus area is displayed s 1 2 data panel Y The AF illuminator does not fire when flash cancel in selected The focus area remains selected until it is changed or CUSt 7 is returned to Local Focus Area Locations 2 AF Illuminator cancelled 2 BEIC ae The built in flash s AF illuminator will not fire Other flash functions enhe will operate normally Power Zoom 35 80mm lens is attached only the center local focus area can be An attached accessory flash s AF illuminator will not be cancelled selected The sequence is Wide focus area Left local foc
26. e range in front of and behind the focus point that appears sharp in the final image In the viewfinder only the plane the camera is focused on will appear sharp The photographed image however will have a depth of field corresponding to the selected aperture Large apertures small numbers limit the depth of field to a narrow range in front of and behind the point of focus Set a larger aperture when photographing portraits to make your subject stand out from the background Small apertures large numbers provide greater depth of field Set a small aperture when photographing landscapes to ensure your entire scene is sharp Usable apertures will depend on the aperture range of the lens you are using 41 p S MODE SHUTTER PRIORITY S MODE SHUTTER PRIORITY In S mode you select the shutter speed and the camera S Mode Flash automatically sets the aperture required for proper exposure Use S mode when you want to control the blur caused by subject movement When the built in flash is up or an attached accessory flash is on it Will fire each time a picture is taken Flash exposure is controlled by the camera s TTL automatic flash metering system 1 Turn the function dial to Rsm 1 Press the flash mode button to pop up the built in flash 5 will appear the data panel ys 2 Turn the control dial to select any shutter speed up to Press the function button and 1 125th of a second
27. ears sharp 53 FOCUS AF Illuminator 54 AF Illuminator is a secondary function of the built in flash When the scene is too dark for the camera to focus accurately the built in flash fires a few short bursts when the shutter release button is pressed partway down to provide the illumination necessary for the camera to focus on your subject Pressing the spot AF button also activates the AF illuminator The range of the AF Illuminator flash is approximately one to five meters The AF illuminator will not fire in continuous focus mode or if flash cancel is selected The AF illuminator will not operate with 300mm or longer single focal length lenses The AF illuminator will not operate with 3x 1x Macro Zoom When an accessory flash is attached its AF illuminator will be active in place of the camera s AF illuminator Custom Function 9 p75 lets you cancel the built in flash s AF illuminator if it will interfere with your subject or is inappropriate EXPOSURE 14 Segment Metering Fourteen Segment Honeycomb Pattern Metering uses information from the autofocus system to set the metering pattern according to the position of the main subject The light metered by each applicable segment is then evaluated to determine the degree of spot lighting or backlighting present in your scene The focus area indicator displays the sensor being used when the shutter release
28. eries flash is mounted and on when bracketing is selected GFF Fi will blink the data panel and the shutter will lock until the flash is turned off 60 61 EXPOSURE Multiple Exposure The multiple exposure function makes it possible to expose two or more images on the same frame 62 1 Turn the function dial to 2 Press the function button turn the control dial until appears in the data panel nt appears in the frame counter 3 Compose the scene then press the shutter release button all the way down to take the first exposure Sliding the main switch to LOCK does not cancel multiple exposure mode blinks in the data panel indicating the next exposure will be the last in the series To take more than 2 exposures repeat steps 1 and 2 until ME glows in the data panel Press the shutter release button all the way down again to take the last exposure Multiple exposure mode is cancelled after the last exposure has been taken Cancelling Multiple Exposure 1 Turn the function dial to mi 2 Press the function button and turn the control dial until OFF appears in the data panel 63 EXPOSURE Multiple Exposure FLASH High Speed Sync Metering Multiple Exposures The meter in your camera determines exposure EV based on the assumption that only one exposure will be made on each frame Whe
29. esets the flash to autoflash mode NS 5 Previous exposure was correct Do not use the built in flash with focal lengths shorter 277 than 28mm The built in flash cannot cover focal lengths wider than 28mm Flash Range The range of the built in flash depends on the speed of the film and the selected aperture Make sure your subject is within the flash range specified in the table below Custom Function 5 p72 lets you cancel the built in flash s auto pop up feature When selected the flash mode bution must be pressed to raise the built in flash Make sure you are at least 1m 3 3 ft from your subject when using the built in flash Lens Shadowing Aperture ISO 100 150200 150400 Lens shadowing occurs when the lens or lens hood blocks part of the 1 0 4 3m 1 0 6 1m 1 0 8 6m output from the built in flash Lens shadowing appears as semi circular shaded area at the bottom horizontal or side vertical of cuu ere ees CL your image 1 0 3 4m 1 0 4 8m 1 0 6 8m Remove the lens hood before using the built in flash 3 3 11 2 ft 3 3 15 7 ft 3 3 22 3 ft Lens shadowing may occur with the following lenses at shorter focal lengths 1 0 3 0m 1 0 4 2m 1 0 6 0m AF Zoom 28 70mm f 2 8G 3 3 9 8ft 33 13 8ft 8 3 19 7 ft AF Zoom 1 0 2 1 1 0 3 0m 1 0 4 3m AF Zoom 28 135mm f 4 0 4 5 3 6 9 ft 3 9 8 ft 3 14 1 ft AF Zoom 28 85mm 1 3 5 4 5 SS
30. h time the main switch is set to ON a battery symbol appears in the data panel indicating the power status of the batteries Full battery symbol Power is sufficient for all camera operations will only appear for five seconds Blinking low battery symbol Power is extremely low All functions are operational but the batteries will need to be replaced soon Flash recycling time may be slow Blinking low battery symbol appears alone and the shutter locks Power is insufficient for camera operation Replace the batteries No display Power is too low for the camera to operate Replace the batteries or make sure they have been inserted correctly FNC 13 LENS LENS Attaching the Lens Removing the Lens 1 Press the lens release and turn the lens counter clockwise until it stops 1 Remove the body and rear lens caps 2 Gently remove the lens and replace caps or attach another lens 2 Align the red mounting dots on the lens and camera body Caution Do not force the lens if it does not turn smoothly 3 Gently insert the lens into the Do not touch the inside of the camera especially the lens mount then turn it clockwise contacts and mirror until it clicks into the locked position Do not insert the lens at an angle Do not press the lens release when attaching the lens 14 15 LOADING FILM Check the film window
31. hich sensor is focusing on your subject and sets the focus accordingly The focus areas are not visible in the viewfinder frame The focus area indicator in the viewfinder tells you which sensor the camera is using 51 FOCUS Spot Spot AF uses the center focus sensor and the current metering mode p55 to lock focus and exposure The focus and exposure settings remain locked until the spot AF button is released 1 Place your subject inside the spot focus area 2 Press and hold the spot AF button Focus is confirmed when appears in the viewfinder will appear in the viewfinder indicating the center focus sensor is being used 3 Press the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture Focus and exposure readings are held until the spot AF button is released 52 FOCUS Manual Focus Focus the lens manually when autofocus is not suitable and focus hold is not possible The autofocus system will monitor focus and indicate when a subject in the focus frame is in focus 1 Press the focus mode button will appear in the data panel 2 Turn the focusing ring until your subject appears sharp and focused appears in the viewfinder when the subject in the focus frame is in focus Press the focus mode button again to return to the autofocus mode Pull and turn the control ring until your subject app
32. ipment malfunction Questions and Service f you have questions about your camera contact your local camera dealer or write to the Minolta distributor in your area Before shipping your camera for repair please contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility for details 85 SPECIFICATIONS Camera Type Lens Mount Viewfinder Shutter Type Speeds Flash sync speed Focus Type AF Sensitivity Range AF Illuminator AF Control Exposure Modes Type Metering Cell Metering Range Film speed Setting 86 35mm SLR with built in flash autoexposure AE and action predictive autofocus AF Minolta A type bayonet mount SLR roof mirror type 90 field of view Magnification 0 75X Electronically controlled vertical traverse focal plane type 30 sec 1 4000 sec bulb 1 125 or slower synchronizes with all speeds in HSS mode TTL phase detection system multi metering with cross hair type CCD line sensor metering cell Autofocus and manual focus modes EV 1 to18 ISO 100 Built in with range of 1 0 5 0m Automatically activated in low light low contrast situations Single shot continuous automatic AF mode selection P A S M and 5 Subject Program modes Portrait Landscape Close up Sports Night Portrait TTL metering direct TTL metering for flash 14 segment honeycomb pattern SPC for ambient light and flash metering SPC for flash Multi segment metering E
33. me of printing and are subject to change without notice 1 aperture is or slower shutter beyond the speed until the range of the display stops lens blinking 80 TROUBLE SHOOTING Contact your nearest Minolta Service Facility if the following information does not cover the problem which you are experiencing or the condition continues PROBLEM No display appears when the camera is switched on Autofocus does not work when shutter release button is pressed partway down Shutter cannot be released Flash fires when the shutter release button is pressed partway down Flash picture is too dark Lower part of flash picture is dark Err appears in the data panel CAUSE Batteries are loaded incorrectly Batteries are exhausted Situation is unsuitable for autofocus Camera is set to manual focus mode Subject is too close Focus cannot be confirmed Camera is attached to a microscope or telescope The AF illuminator is on Subject is beyond flash range Lens hood attached Camera Malfunction TROUBLE SHOOTING SOLUTION Remove and reinstall the batteries If the camera battery is exhausted install a new battery Use focus hold or manual focus Press the focus mode button to return the camera to autofocus mode Check the minimum focus distance for your lens Use focus hold or manual focus Contact a Minolta service facility for information This is a norm
34. n making multiple exposures the EV for each additional exposure needs to be reduced or over exposure will result Compensation is not necessary if all of the exposures have dark backgrounds and the subjects of the exposures will not overlap The maximum sync speed for this camera is 1 125 However with the 5400HS accessory flash sold separately shutter speeds up to 1 4000 can be used High speed sync HSS allows faster shutter speeds when fill flash is used on moving subjects outdoors High speed Sync Compensate the exposures as follows HSS also lets you use large aperture high Number of shutter speed combinations to separate Exposures your subject from the background by Exposure limiting the depth of field Adjustment Conventional Fill Flash The above corrections are intended as a general guideline Some testing may be necessary to produce the desired results Exposure can be compensated in 1 2 EV increments using the exposure compensation function p57 and in 1 3 EV increments by changing the ISO manually p58 Attach the 5400HS flash and set it to standard mode The camera will automatically switch to HSS mode and H will appear in the viewfinder and data panel HSS cannot be used under fluorescent lights Flash and color meters cannot meter the flash when high speed sync is selected Refer to the 5400HS instruction manual for details 64 65 FLASH Slow Sync Slow shutter Sync
35. ned by the camera Cancelling the Flash Push the built in flash down or turn the accessory flash off D will be displayed in the data panel 46 47 TAKING TIME EXPOSURES buLb 4 Compose the scene and focus on your subject If the scene is too dark for autofocus to operate press the focus mode button and focus the lens manually p53 Set the shutter speed to bulb when you want to take time exposures When bulb is selected the shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is pressed Firmly press the eyepiece cap into the eyepiece The eyepiece cap prevents light from entering thru the viewfinder and affecting the metered exposure 1 Mount the camera on a tripod Set the camera to M mode then turn the control dial until Hut 5 appears in the data panel Press and hold the shutter release button to take the picture The shutter remains open as long as the button is pressed Press the exposure compensation button and turn the control dial to select the aperture 48 49 ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOCUS Wide Focus Area Wide focus area uses the camera s three focus sensors to automatically focus on your subject The wide focus area provides greater framing flexibility and makes it easier for the camera to focus on moving subjects Wide focus area is the camera s standard focus mode The camera determines w
36. nges as follows year month day 24 hour format no imprinting m ODE SELECT ADJUST 2 Take the picture a f the print indicator blinks after the shutter is released the data was exposed 67 FOR OWNERS OF THE QUARTZ DATE MODEL Setting the Date Time 1 Press the MODE button to choose the data imprinting format Mwill appear above the month ODE SELECT ADJUST 209 Use the SELECT button to move between different parts of the displayed data The selected part will blink indicating that it is the data to be changed Press the ADJUST button to change the data to the correct value Data continues changing as long as the button is held down n time mode pressing the ADJUST button while is blinking resets the seconds counter to zero not shown When all data is correct press the SELECT button until the data stops blinking 68 FOR OWNERS OF THE QUARTZ DATE MODEL Replacing the Batter The quartz data back uses a CR2025 lithium battery located on the inside of the back cover Replace the battery if the display changes or becomes dim while the camera batteries are removed 1 Open the back cover Using a coin or similar object turn the battery cover counter clockwise then remove it 3 Remove the old battery and replace it with a new one The side should face up 4 Replace the battery cover then reset the date an
37. ower off The films ISO and __ appear in the data panel for approx five seconds to indicate successful loading then the camera shuts down Ifthe film did not load i will blink in the data panel before the camera shuts down Reload the film 17 HANDLING THE CAMERA Holding the Camera Grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the lens with your left Keep your elbows at your side and your feet shoulder width apart to hold the camera steady Keep the camera strap around your neck or wrist in the event you accidentally drop the camera Do not touch the end of the lens barrel while taking a picture Use a tripod when using slow shutter speeds or a telephoto lens Pressing the Shutter Release Button Press the shutter release button partway down to activate the camera s autofocus and auto exposure systems Gently press the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture 18 FULLY AUTOMATIC OPERATION Full Auto is the camera s standard operating mode and is suited for use in almost any situation When selected the camera sets the focus and exposure automatically and fires the built in flash when necessary Use Full Auto when you are just starting out or when you are shooting under conditions that would require you to constantly adjust the focus and or exposure TAKING PICTURES IN FULL AUTO TAKING PICTURES IN FULL AUTO PTS TES 1 Slide
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39. plays how your settings compare to the exposure determined by the camera s metering system 1 Turn the function dial to Rsm 2 Press the function button and turn the control dial until M appears in the data panel 3 Turn the control dial to select the shutter speed 4 Press the exposure compensation button and turn the control dial to select the aperture 45 M MODE MANUAL M MODE MANUAL Metering in Manual Mode M Mode Flash In manual mode the meter index in the viewfinder and the data When the built in flash is up or an attached accessory flash is on it panel indicates how your exposure compares with the camera s will fire each time a picture is taken Flash exposure is controlled by meter reading the camera s TTL automatic flash metering system 1 Press the flash mode button to pop up the built in flash 5 will appear in the data panel fej The exposure will over expose your subject Turn the control dial to select any shutter speed up to 1 125th of a second S 2 The exposure will under expose your subject Press the exposure compensation button and turn the control dial to select the aperture e Refer to the flash range table on page 25 to determine the aperture setting and the flash range If an exposure compensation indicator does not appear your settings agree with the exposure determi
40. procedure and select 0 0 or 3 Recompose the scene as desired then press the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture press the program reset button Exposure compensation is not available in The exposure is held until the spot AE lock M mode button is released 56 57 EXPOSURE Setting the ISO Manually EXPOSURE Bracketing Set the film speed manually when you want to override the DX coded BERBER RRP RPP PPR Ree eee film speed or when using non DX coded film Film speeds can be set from ISO 6 to 6400 in 1 3EV increments Film must be loaded before the ISO can be changed p Pm amgugumMMENNMNMSNMNNMNMNMNMENUNUNMNNMDUNMEN 16 gt 17 17 18 18 L 16 1 2 Stop Under 1 2 Stop Over This function automatically exposes a 3 frame 1 2 stop increment bracketed series The order of the exposures will be the metered exposure 1 2 stop under the metered exposure 1 2 stop over the metered exposure The automatic bracketing feature cannot bracket flash exposures 2 Press the function button and This effect is most visible when slide film is being used turn the control dial until the desired ISO value appears in the data panel 1 Turn the function dial to m 2 Press the function button and turn the control dial until amp appears in the data panel bi appears in the frame counter after
41. res the shutter will release after the flash is charged When the subject is moving the shutter will release after the camera focuses on the subject To return to single frame mode press the lt drive mode button until appears in the data panel 37 LEVEL Ill In this section you take full creative control of your camera Depending on the selected exposure mode you will control the aperture shutter speed or both to capture your image In the previous sections only the Program P exposure mode has been explored Here you will learn to use the Aperture Priority A Shutter Priority S and Manual M exposure modes Select A mode to control the depth of field in your images Set S mode to control the way moving subjects appear in your images Set M mode when you want full control over all the exposure functions A Mode Manually select aperture 39 S Mode Manually select shutter soeed 42 M Mode Manually select the shutter speed 45 and the aperture Each exposure mode can be explored independently A MODE APERTURE PRIORITY In A mode you select the aperture and the camera automatically sets the shutter speed required for proper exposure Set the camera to A mode when you want to control the range of sharpness depth of field in an image Refer to Aperture Control on page 41 1 Turn the function dial to Rsm 2 Press the function button and turn the control dial until A appears
42. se limits are designed to provide reason able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equip ment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the follow ing measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product A WARNING Batteries may become hot or explode due to improper use Use only the batteries specified in this instruction manual Do not install the batteries with the polarity reversed Do not subject batteries to fire or high temperatures Do not attempt to recharge short
43. series lenses manual focus cannot be used with this camera Flashes All Minolta i si and HS series flash units and the Vectis SF 1 flash are compatible with this camera The flash will always fire when the flash unit is on Unless Custom Function 5 is set to Autoflash setting 1 In this case the flash will fire only when necessary when it is on and the camera is in Full Auto and Subject Program modes The Flash Shoe Adapter FS 1100 is required to mount AF series flash units 4000AF 2800AF 1800AF and Macro flash 1200AF When the FS 1100 is used The flash will fire every time the shutter is released The AF illuminator will not activate The built in flash is set to fill flash when the accessory flash is disconnected e X series flashes and flashes sold by other manufacturers cannot be used with this camera FLASH Press the flash s ON OFF button to select the desired flash mode Data is not transferred from the flash until the shutter release button is pressed partway down Fill flash cannot be selected when the camera is set to Full Auto or any of the Subject Program modes Others The following accessories are not compatible with this camera Control Grip CG 1000 Data Receiver DR 1000 Creative Expansion Cards Anglefinder Magnifier Wireless Controller IR 1N 78 79 ACCESSORY INFORMATION EXPOSURE WARNINGS For owners of the optional lens kits Indicators will
44. tting the Date Time 68 Replacing the Battery 69 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS Close up Mode rre re te renes tens 32 Setting 22 71 Sports MOG gt 22 0 33 Night Portrait Mode 34 SURE Photographing Night Scenes 35 Program Reset Button 77 Accessories 78 Sige een Seaton ees 36 Exposure Warnings 81 Trouble Shooting 82 wel Continuous 37 Care and Storage 84 Specifications 86 NAMES OF PARTS NAMES OF PARTS For information on specific parts refer to the page numbers shown in Main switch parenthesis Data Panel Bod Accessory shoe Program reset button 81 Built in flash 24 27 Viewfinder ubject program Flash mode button button 30 35 Self timer lamp 36 Film window Function button Strap Shutter release eyelet 11 button Function dial Manual rewind button 28 AF 2 Spot button 52 Self timer Drive mode button 36 37 Control dial Lens contacts Spot AE lock button 56 Back cover release Mirror Focus mode button 53 Battery chamber door 12 L t Lens release 15 Battery chamber Exposure compensation lock button 45 57 Do not touch Tripod socket 4 5 NAMES OF PARTS NAMES OF PARTS Data Panel Viewfinder Flash
45. turn the control dial until S The camera automatically sets the aperture appears in the data panel for the selected shutter speed Cancelling the Flash Push the built in flash down or turn the accessory flash off a will be displayed in the data panel Turn the control dial to select the shutter speed The number 60 or 125 displayed in the data panel stands for 1 60th or 1 125th of a second The seconds indicator appears in the viewfinder and data panel if the shutter Speed is one second or longer If the aperture display in the data panel blinks the required setting is outside the aperture range of the lens Turn the control dial until the blinking stops 43 S MODE SHUTTER PRIORITY Shutter Control soul TAE gt Slow Shutter Speed In addition to controlling the duration of the exposure shutter speed determines how moving subjects will appear in the final image Depending on the speed of your subject slow shutter speeds will make a moving subject appear to flow creating a feeling of motion In addition to stopping action fast shutter speeds can help prevent blur caused by camera movement during exposure known as camera shake Use a fast shutter speed to stop the motion of your subject Use a slow shutter speed to blur the motion of your subject 44 M MODE MANUAL M mode gives you full control of the exposure The camera s meter index dis
46. us area Right local focus area Center spot focus area 74 75 Program Reset Button Press the program reset button to return the following camera functions to their program settings FUNCTION P MODE SETTING Exposure mode P mode Focus mode Autofocus Flash mode Auto on Exposure Compensation 0 A P P E N D X Film drive mode Single frame advance Self timer Cancelled Bracketing Cancelled Multiple Exposure Cancelled Date red eye reduction ISO settings and custom function settings will not change Pressing the program reset button will also reset an attached dedicated accessory flash s program settings Refer to the flash instruction manual for details 77 ACCESSORY INFORMATION ACCESSORY INFORMATION This camera is designed to work specifically with lenses and Accessory Flash Control accessories manufactured and distributed by Minolta Using f When using an accessory flash the desired flash mode be incompatible accessories with this camera may result in lected usina the the flash unsatisfactory performance or damage the camera and accessories Se ected using CAMERA Press the flash mode button and turn the control dial to select the desired flash mode The camera transfers data to the accessory flash immediately Compatibility of Accessories Lenses All Minolta AF lenses can be used with this camera MD and MC
47. y set the best possible shutter speed and aperture for the type of picture you are taking This section also lets you explore the use of the Self timer and Continuous Advance modes Subject Program Selection Page Portrait Mode 30 Landscape Mode 31 Close Up Mode 32 Sports Mode 33 Night Portrait Mode 34 Photographing Night Scenes 35 Drive Mode Page Self Timer 36 Continuous Advance 37 Each of these functions can be explored independently after Level has been mastered Press the program reset button to return the camera to Full Auto operation SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION Portrait Mode Landscape Mode Landscape photography requires a large depth of field to make sure everything is in focus In Landscape mode the camera is set to obtain the greatest depth of field possible while maintaining a shutter speed fast Depth of field is the area in front of enough to prevent blur due to and behind the point you focused camera shake on that appears sharp p41 Portraits have the greatest impact when a shallow depth of field is used to separate the subject from the background In Portrait mode the necessary settings are made automatically leaving you free to capture the perfect expression ON Press the subject program button until the subject program pointer is under AA Press the subject program button until the subject program pointer is under Q CEN
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