Making subjects stand out (background defocus), Shooting with a soft focus effect – Canon PowerShot S120 User Manual

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Before Use

Common Camera
Operations

Advanced Guide

Camera Basics

Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode

Other Shooting
Modes

Tv, Av, M, and
C Mode

Playback Mode

Wi-Fi Functions

Setting Menu

Accessories

Appendix

Index

Basic Guide

P Mode

Still Images

Making Subjects Stand Out

(Background Defocus)

Two consecutive images are captured each time you shoot and processed
into a single image, so that the subject stands out against a blurred
background.

1

Choose [

].

z

z

Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects
(Creative Filters)” (

=

56

) and choose

[

].

2

Shoot.

z

z

Hold the camera steady as you shoot.
When you press the shutter button all the
way down, the camera will shoot twice
and process the images.

z

z

A blinking [

] icon indicates that the

images could not be processed.

•

Excessive camera shake or certain shooting conditions may prevent
you from obtaining the desired results.

•

For the best results with this effect, try shooting close to the subject, and
ensure ample distance between the subject and background.

•

There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes
the images.

•

To adjust the effect level, turn the <

y> ring.

Still Images

Shooting with a Soft Focus Effect

This function allows you to shoot images as if a soft focus filter were
attached to the camera. You can adjust the effect level as desired.

1

Choose [ ].

z

z

Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects
(Creative Filters)” (

=

56

) and choose

[

].

2

Choose an effect level.

z

z

Turn the <

y> ring to choose an effect

level.

z

z

A preview is shown of how your shot will
look with the effect applied.

3

Shoot.

•

Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired
results.

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