Sony DSC-HX400V - Manual (Page 46)

Program Auto
Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the
aperture value).
You can set shooting functions such as [ISO].
1. Set the mode dial to P (Program Auto).
2. Set the shooting functions to your desired settings.
3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Program Shift
You can change the shutter speed and aperture (F-value) combination by rotating the control
dial, without changing the appropriate exposure that is set by this product. This function is
available when you do not use the flash.
“P” on the screen changes to “P*” when you turn the control dial.
To cancel program shift, turn the control dial to return the indication to “P”.
Note
According to the brightness of the environment, the program shift may not be used.
Set the shooting mode to another one than “P” or turn off the power to cancel the setting you
made.
When the brightness changes, the aperture (F value) and shutter speed also change while
maintaining the shift amount.
How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode
iSweep Panorama
Allows you to create a single panoramic image from multiple images shot while panning the
camera.
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