INSTRUCTION MANUAL
E
QUICK
OPERATION
GETTING
STARTED
FULL-AUTO
OPERATION
SUBJECT
PROGRAM
SELECTION
CREATIVE
EXPOSURE
MODES
ADDITIONAL
FEATURES
APPENDIX
1
FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
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 I and learn to operate the
camera in Full-Auto mode.
Move on to Level II 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 III and the ASM
exposure modes.
The information in this manual is relevant for products introduced
before December, 1998. Contact the nearest authorized Minolta
Service facility to obtain compatibility information for products
released after this date.
This mark certifies that this product meets the requirements of the EU
(European Union) concerning interference causing equipment regulations.
CE stands for Conformité Européenne (European Conformity).
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following 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 equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment 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 following 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 complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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, 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.
Read and understand all warnings and cautions before
using this product.
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.
CAUTION
A-MODE – Aperture Priority ................................................40
A-mode flash ..................................................................41
Aperture control ..............................................................42
S-MODE – Shutter Priority ..................................................43
S-mode flash ..................................................................44
Shutter control ................................................................45
M-MODE – Manual..............................................................46
Metering in manual mode................................................47
M-mode flash ..................................................................48
TAKING TIME EXPOSURES (buLb) ..................................49
CREATIVE EXPOSURE MODES
LEVEL III
FOCUS
Wide Focus Area ..............52 Spot AF..............................53
Manual Focus....................54 AF Illuminator....................55
EXPOSURE
14 Segment Metering........56 Spot Metering....................57
Exposure Compensation ..58 Setting the ISO Manually ..59
Bracketing..........................60 Multiple Exposure..............63
FLASH
High-Speed Sync ..............66 Slow Sync..........................67
Wireless/Remote Flash ....68
FOR OWNERS OF THE PANORAMA MODEL..................73
FOR OWNERS OF THE DATE MODEL
Exposing the Date/Time....74 Setting the Date/Time........75
Replacing the Battery........76
CUSTOM FUNCTIONS
Setting ..............................77 Details................................78
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
NAMES OF PARTS ..............................................................4
QUICK OPERATION ............................................................8
Taking Pictures in Full-Auto ................................................21
Focus Signals ......................................................................22
Special Focus Situations......................................................23
Focus Hold ..........................................................................24
Using the Built-in Flash
Flash signals....................................................................26
Flash range......................................................................26
Fill flash ..........................................................................27
Flash cancel ....................................................................27
Red-eye reduction ..........................................................28
Rewinding the Film ..............................................................29
FULLY-AUTOMATIC OPERATION
GETTING STARTED
LEVEL I
Strap ....................................................................................11
Batteries ..............................................................................12
Lens ....................................................................................14
Loading Film ........................................................................16
Handling the Camera ..........................................................18
Eye-Start ..............................................................................19
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Portrait Mode ......................................................................31
Landscape Mode ................................................................32
Close-up Mode ....................................................................33
Sports Mode ........................................................................34
Night Portrait Mode ..............................................................35
Photographing Night Scenes ..............................................36
Self-timer..............................................................................37
Continuous Advance............................................................38
SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION
LEVEL II
Program Reset Button ......83 Accessories ......................84
Exposure Warnings ..........87 Trouble Shooting ..............88
Care and Storage..............90 Specifications ....................92
APPENDIX
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NAMES OF PARTS
4
NAMES OF PARTS
For information on specific parts, refer to the page numbers shown in
parenthesis.
Body
Data Panel
Self-timer/Drive-mode
button (37, 38)
Subject-program
button (31-36)
Program-reset
button (83)
Shutter-release
button
Control dial
Self-timer lamp (37)
Battery-chamber
lock
Tripod socket
Battery-chamber
door (12)
Built-in flash (25-28)
Accessory shoe
Flash-mode button
Exposure-compensation button (46, 58)
Function button
Function dial
Panorama switch (73)
(not on all models)
Lens release (15)
Lens mount
Mirror*
Lens contacts*
Back-cover release
Focus-mode button (54)
Viewfinder*
Film window
Main switch
Spot/AE lock button (57)
Spot AF button (53)
Eye-start switch
Manual-rewind
button (29)
Strap eyelet (11)
Remote-control
terminal (50)
* Do not touch
Grip sensor
Eyepiece sensor
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NAMES OF PARTS
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NAMES OF PARTS
Data Panel Viewfinder
Focus frame
Focus signals
Focus-area indicator
Shutter speed display
Exposure-compensation indicator
Aperture/Exposure-compensation display
Spot/AE lock indicator
Flash signal
High-speed sync indicator
Spot-metering area
Spot-focus area
Exposure-bracketing indicator
Multiple-exposure indicator
Red-eye reduction indicator
Flash-mode indicators
High-speed flash sync indicator
Wireless flash indicator
Battery-condition indicator
Self-timer indicator
Exposure-mode indicators
Subject-program indicators
Shutter-speed/ISO display
Subject-program pointer
Aperture/Exposurecompensation display
Exposure-compensation
indicator
Manual-focus indicator
Frame counter/Multiple-exposure/
Custom-function setting display
Film transport signal
Cartridge mark
Drive mode indicator
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QUICK OPERATION
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QUICK OPERATION
1. Insert batteries.
• This camera uses two CR2 lithium
batteries.
2. 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.
4. Load film.
• Align the film tip with the red mark, then
close the back cover.
5. Set Full-Auto operation.
• Press the program-reset button to set the
camera to fully-automatic operation.
6. If using a zoom lens, rotate
the zooming ring to frame
your subject as desired.
7. Center your subject in the
focus frame.
• The camera will focus and set exposure
automatically.
8. Take the picture.
• Gently press the shutter-release button
all the way down to take the picture.
3. Slide the main and eye-start
switches to ON.
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LEVEL I
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
Level II, Level III, and Additional Features to obtain more enjoyment
from your camera.
GETTING STARTED
Attaching the Strap
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BATTERIES
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BATTERIES
1. Using a coin or similar
object, turn the batterychamber lock to OPEN, then
open the battery-chamber
door.
2. Insert the batteries as
indicated by the + and –
marks.
3. Close the battery-chamber
door, then turn the batterychamber lock to CLOSE.
• Setting the camera down with the batterychamber door open may damage the
camera.
Your camera uses two 3V CR2 lithium batteries to supply power for
all camera operations.
Installing the Batteries
Each time the main switch is set to ON, a battery symbol appears in
the data panel indicating the power status of the batteries.
Checking Battery Power
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.
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LENS
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LENS
1. Remove the body and rear
lens caps.
2. Align the red mounting dots
on the lens and camera body.
3. Gently insert the lens into the
mount, then turn it clockwise
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.
Attaching the Lens
1. Press the lens release and
turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops.
2. Gently remove the lens and
replace caps, or attach
another lens.
Removing the Lens
Caution
• Do not force the lens if it does not turn smoothly.
• Do not touch the inside of the camera, especially the lens
contacts and mirror.
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LOADING FILM
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LOADING FILM
1. Slide the back-cover release
down to open the back cover.
2. Insert a film cartridge into the
film chamber.
Check the film window before loading film. If film is loaded, do not
open the back cover. Refer to Manual Rewind on page 29 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 59 to set the film speed manually.
• Do not use infrared film in this camera. The camera’s frame counter sensor will
fog infrared 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.
• 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 power off…
The films ISO and appear in the data panel for approx. five
seconds to indicate successful loading, then the camera shuts
down.
• If the film did not load, will blink in the data panel before the camera
shuts down. Reload the film.
The shutter curtain’s precision design
makes it extremely sensitive to
pressure. Never touch it with your
fingers or the film tip.
4. 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.
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EYE-START
Gently press the shutter-release button all the way
down to take the picture.
Press the shutter-release button partway
down to activate the camera’s autofocus and
auto-exposure systems.
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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
Eye-start automatically activates the camera’s
focus and exposure systems as you bring the
camera to your eye. Sliding the main and eyestart switches to the ON position activates the
grip sensor and data panel. Touching the grip
sensor activates the eyepiece sensor located
near the viewfinder. When an object is detected
near the viewfinder, the camera’s systems are
activated to set the focus and exposure as you
frame your subject.
Press the shutter-release button partway down to activate
the camera when eye-start is off.
• Autofocus and exposure systems shut
down approx. five seconds after eye or
grip sensor contact is broken.
• Infrared absorbing sunglasses or gloves
may affect the operation of eye-start.
Eyepiece Sensor
Grip Sensor
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TAKING PICTURES IN FULL-AUTO
FULLY-AUTOMATIC
OPERATION
2. Press the program-reset
button to set the camera to
Full-Auto.
• The camera will return to its default
settings (p83).
3. If using a zoom lens, rotate
the lens’ zooming ring to
frame the subject as desired.
4. Center your subject in the
focus frame [ ].
• or will appear in the viewfinder
when focus is confirmed.
• If appears in the viewfinder, press the
shutter-release button partway down to
pop-up the built-in flash. will disappear,
then reappear when the flash is charged.
1. Slide the main and eye-start
switches to ON.
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
shooting under conditions that
would require you to constantly
adjust the focus and/or
exposure.
Continued on next page.
Focus is confirmed
Continuous autofocus – Focus is confirmed
Continuous autofocus – Lens focusing
Shutter is locked
Focus cannot be confirmed – Shutter is locked.
Subject is too close or is one of the special focus
situations described on page 23.
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SPECIAL FOCUS SITUATIONS
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TAKING PICTURES IN FULL-AUTO
5. Press the shutter-release
button all the way down to
take the picture.
• In low-light conditions, the AF illuminator
(p55) will fire to determine focus distance.
• Use focus hold (p24) if your subject is
outside the focus frame.
Focus Signals
The following signals appear in
the viewfinder to indicate the focus
status when focus is activated.
If the subject within the focus frame is
very bright, or low in contrast.
If two subjects at different distances
overlap in the focus frame.
If a subject composed of alternating light
and dark lines completely fills the focus
frame.
If your subject is near a very bright
object or area.
The camera may not be able to focus in situations like those
described below. When the focus lamp blinks, use focus hold (p24)
or manual focus (p54). See page 22 for an explanation of the focus
signals.
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USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
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FOCUS HOLD
1. Center your subject in the
focus frame, then press the
shutter-release button
partway down.
• appears in the viewfinder when the
focus is confirmed.
• Focus hold also locks the exposure
settings.
2. Continue to hold the shutterrelease button partway down
while you compose your
picture.
3. Press the shutter-release
button the rest of the way
down to take the picture.
• Remove your finger from the shutterrelease button to cancel focus hold.
Use focus hold when your subject is
outside the focus frame or when
autofocus is difficult to confirm.
Focus hold cannot be used for moving subjects.
In Full-Auto mode (P), the built-in flash pops-up automatically when
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.
• Select flash cancel ( ) when you don’t want the flash to fire.
• Pressing the program-reset button (P) resets the flash to autoflash mode.
Do not use the built-in flash with focal lengths shorter
than 28mm. The built-in flash cannot cover focal
lengths wider than 28mm.
Custom Function 5 (p79) lets you cancel the built-in flash’s
auto pop-up feature. When selected, the flash-mode button
must be pressed to raise the built-in flash.
Lens shadowing occurs when the lens or lens hood blocks part of the
output from the built-in flash. Lens shadowing appears as semicircular shaded area at the bottom (horizontal) or side (vertical) of
your image.
• Remove the lens hood before using the built-in flash.
• Lens shadowing may occur with the following lenses at shorter focal lengths.
AF Zoom 28-70mm f/2.8G
AF Zoom 17-35mm f/3.5G
AF Zoom 28-135mm f/4.0-4.5
AF Zoom 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5
• 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)
Lens Shadowing
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USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
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USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
Flash Range
Aperture ISO 100 ISO 200 ISO 400
f/2.8
1.0 ~ 4.3m
(3.3 ~ 14.1 ft.)
1.0 ~ 6.1m
(3.3 ~ 20. ft.)
1.0 ~ 8.6m
(3.3 ~ 28.2 ft.)
f/3.5
1.0 ~ 3.4m
(3.3 ~ 11.2 ft.)
1.0 ~ 4.8m
(3.3 ~ 15.7 ft.)
1.0 ~ 6.8m
(3.3 ~ 22.3 ft.)
f/4.0
1.0 ~ 3.0m
(3.3 ~ 9.8 ft.)
1.0 ~ 4.2m
(3.3 ~ 13.8 ft.)
1.0 ~ 6.0m
(3.3 ~ 19.7 ft.)
f/5.6
1.0 ~ 2.1m
(3.3 ~ 6.9 ft.)
1.0 ~ 3.0m
(3.3 ~ 9.8 ft.)
1.0 ~ 4.3m
(3.3 ~ 14.1 ft.)
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.
Make sure you are at least 1m (3.3 ft.) from your subject
when using the built-in flash.
Flash Signals
Eye-start OFF
– Flash is charged.
Eye-start ON
– Flash will fire. disappears when the shutter-
release button is pressed partway down, then
reappears when the flash is charged.
Previous exposure was correct.
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 appears to return to
autoflash mode.
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.
Flash Cancel
Use flash cancel when photographing twilight scenes or to capture
the ambiance of existing light.
The shutter speed may be slow.
Use of a tripod is recommended.
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 26.
• 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.
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REWINDING THE FILM
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USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
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.
Turn the function dial to ,
then press the function button
and turn the control dial until
and
OFF appear in the data
panel.
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 redeye effect.
Cancelling Red-eye Reduction
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.
1. Press the manual-rewind
button.
2. Follow steps 1-3 from
Automatic Rewind.
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.
Manual Rewind
Use manual rewind to rewind the film before the current roll is
finished.
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Press the subject-program
button until the subject-program
pointer is under .
Portrait Mode
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.
* Depth-of-field is the area in front of
and behind the point you focused
on that appears sharp (p42).
Tips
• For best results use a mid-telephoto lens with a large aperture.
• Use fill flash (p27) when your subject is backlit or has strong
shadows across the face.
• Lock focus on your subject’s eyes and be ready to capture the
perfect expression.
SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION
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
automatically 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 Selftimer and Continuous Advance modes.
Subject Program Selection Page
Portrait Mode 31
Landscape Mode 32
Close-Up Mode 33
Sports Mode 34
Night Portrait Mode 35
Photographing Night Scenes 36
Drive Mode Page
Self-Timer 37
Continuous Advance 38
Each of these functions can be explored independently
after Level I has been mastered.
• Press the program-reset button to return the camera to FullAuto operation.
LEVEL II
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SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION
Press the subject-program
button until the subject-program
pointer is under .
Close-Up Mode
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.
Tips
• For best results use a macro lens or a macro capable zoom lens.
• Do not use the built-in flash if your subject is closer than 1.0m
(3.3 ft.). The lens may block the flash, creating a shadow at the
bottom of your image (lens shadowing).
• Use a tripod to reduce camera shake.
SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION
Press the subject-program
button until the subject-program
pointer is under .
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 depthof-field possible, while
maintaining a shutter speed fast
enough to prevent blur due to
camera shake.
Tips
• For best results zoom to a wide view or use a wide angle lens
and include a foreground subject or detail to create a feeling of
depth in the picture.
• 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.
Landscape Mode
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SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION
Press the subject-program
button until the subject-program
pointer is under .
Night Portrait Mode
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.
Tips
• Set the flash to or when using Night Portrait mode.
See pages 27 and 28.
• 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.
SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION
Press the subject-program
button until the subject-program
pointer is under .
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 fastmoving subjects.
Tips
• The built-in flash is only effective when your subject is within the
flash range.
• Use fast film and keep the focus frame on your subject.
• Mount the camera on a tripod when using telephoto lenses.
• Use Spot AF to hold the focus in Sports mode (p53).
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SELF-TIMER
1. Place the camera on a tripod,
then press the self-timer
button until appears in the
data panel.
2. Center your subject in the
focus frame.
3. 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.
The self-timer delays the release of the shutter for approximately
10 seconds after the shutter-release button is pressed.
Press the self-timer button or slide the main switch to
LOCK to cancel the self-timer 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 (p50).
SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION
Photographing Night Scenes
Cancel the flash in Night Portrait
mode to photograph night scenes.
The longer shutter speeds set in
Night Portrait mode let you
capture beautiful photographs of
twilight scenes and night skylines.
Tips
• Use faster film and a tripod.
• If you are photographing a dark night scene, it may be difficult for
the camera to focus, use focus hold (p24) or manual focus (p54).
2. Press the flash-mode button
and turn the control dial until
appears in the data panel.
1. Press the subject-program
button until the subjectprogram pointer is under .
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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 when
capturing 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 40
S-Mode Manually select shutter speed 43
M-Mode Manually select the shutter speed 46
and the aperture
• Each exposure mode can be explored independently.
LEVEL III
CONTINUOUS-ADVANCE MODE
1. Press the drive-mode button
until appears in the data
panel.
2. Press the shutter-release
button down and hold.
• When taking flash pictures, 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
drive mode button until appears in the
data panel.
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 continuousadvance mode is selected.
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A-MODE – APERTURE PRIORITY
Press the flash-mode button to
pop-up the built-in flash.
• will appear in the data panel.
• The shutter speed is automatically set to
1/125 or slower.
• A smaller aperture (larger f-number) will
result in a shorter flash range. Refer to
Flash Range (p26) to determine the range
of the built-in flash at the selected aperture.
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.
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.
Push the built-in flash down or turn the accessory flash off.
• will be displayed in the data panel.
Cancelling the Flash
2. Press the function button and
turn the control dial until A
appears in the data panel.
A-MODE – APERTURE PRIORITY
1. Turn the function dial to .
3. Turn the control dial to select
the aperture.
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 (depthof-field) in an image. Refer to Aperture Control on page 42.
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.
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S-MODE – SHUTTER PRIORITY
2. Press the function button and
turn the control dial until S
appears in the data panel.
3. 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.
In S-mode, you select the shutter speed and the camera
automatically sets the aperture required for proper exposure. Use
S-mode when you want to control the blur caused by subject
movement.
1. Turn the function dial to .
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.
A-MODE – APERTURE PRIORITY
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 the 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.
Aperture Control
Large Aperture
(small f-number)
Small Aperture
(large f-number)
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S-MODE – SHUTTER PRIORITY
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.
Shutter Control
Fast Shutter Speed Slow Shutter Speed
S-MODE – SHUTTER PRIORITY
1. Press the flash-mode button
to pop-up the built-in flash.
• will appear in the data panel.
2. Turn the control dial to select
any shutter speed up to
1/125th of a second.
• The camera automatically sets the aperture
for the selected shutter speed.
S-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. Flash exposure is controlled by
the camera’s TTL automatic flash metering system.
Push the built-in flash down or turn the accessory
flash off.
• will be displayed in the data panel.
Cancelling the Flash
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M-MODE – MANUAL
– The exposure will over-
expose your subject.
– The exposure will under-
expose your subject.
Metering in Manual Mode
In manual mode, the meter index in the viewfinder and the data
panel indicates how your exposure compares with the camera’s
meter reading.
If an exposure compensation indicator
does not appear, your settings agree with
the exposure determined by the camera.
M-MODE – MANUAL
1. Turn the function dial to .
3. Turn the control dial to select
the shutter speed.
4. Press the exposurecompensation button and turn
the control dial to select the
aperture.
M-mode gives you full control of the exposure. The camera’s meter
index displays how your settings compare to the exposure
determined by the camera’s metering system.
2. Press the function button and
turn the control dial until M
appears in the data panel.
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