Minolta Dimage F100 - Manual (Page 42)

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RECORDING MODE
Used for self-portraits, the self-timer will delay the release of the shutter for approximately ten sec-
onds after the shutter-release button is pressed. When the drive mode is set to self-timer, the focus
mode is changed from Subject Tracking AF to single-shot AF allowing the use of
focus lock (p. 51).The self-timer is set on the auto-recording mode menu (p. 38) or in
the basic section of the multi-function recording mode menu (p. 56).
With the camera on a tripod, compose the picture so the subject is within the focus
frames. Press the shutter-release button partway down to lock the exposure and
focus (1). Press the shutter-release button all the way down to begin the countdown
(2). Because focus and exposure are determined when the shutter-release button is
pressed, do not stand in front of the camera when taking a self-timer image. Always
confirm the focus with the focus signals before beginning the countdown (p. 51).
During the countdown, the self-timer lamp on the front of the
camera (3) will start to blink and is accompanied by an audio
signal. A few seconds before the exposure, the self-timer lamp
will blink rapidly. The lamp will glow steadily just before the shut-
ter fires. To stop the countdown, press the up/down keys of the
controller or turn the mode dial to another position. The audio
signal can be turned off in the basic section of the setup menu
(p. 96).
The self-timer can be used to minimize camera shake with long exposures. When using the
camera on a tripod, photographs of static subjects (landscapes, still-lifes, or close-up pho-
tographs) can be made with the self-timer. Because no contact is made with the camera during
exposure, there is no risk of camera shake caused by the operator.
Shooting tips
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Self-timer