Nikon S9400 - S9500 - Manual (Page 75)

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Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector
Shoot
ing Features
Using the Self-timer
The self-timer is suitable for taking group shots including yourself and reducing the
vibration when the shutter-release button is pressed.
When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction
in the setup menu (
A96) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.
1
Press J ( n self-timer) on the multi selector.
2
Use the multi selector to select
n10s (or
n2s) and press the k button.
•
n10s (10 seconds): suitable for group pictures.
• n2s (2 seconds): suitable for preventing camera
shake.
• When the shooting mode is set to Pet portrait in
scene mode, Y (pet portrait auto release) is displayed
(
A42). The self-timer is not available.
• The mode selected for the self-timer is displayed.
• If the k button is not pressed within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.
3
Frame the picture and press the shutter-release button halfway.
• Set the focus and exposure.
4
Press the shutter-release button all the
way.
• The self-timer starts, and the number of seconds
remaining before the shutter is released is
displayed. The self-timer lamp flashes while the
timer is counting down. About one second
before the shutter is released, the lamp stops
flashing and remains lit.
• When the shutter is released, the self-timer
turns OFF.
• To stop the timer before a picture is taken,
press the shutter-release button again.
Self-timer
1/250 1/250 1/250 F3.4 F3.4
9 9
F3.4