Enjoying the camera, Basic techniques for better images, Focus – Sony DSC-M2 User Manual

Page 11: Focusing on a subject successfully, Hints for preventing blur

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Enjoying the camera

Basic techniques for better images

When you press PHOTO halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto
Focus). Remember to press PHOTO only halfway down.

To shoot a still image difficult to focus on

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[Focus] (page 38)

If the image looks blurred even after focusing, it may be because of camera shake.

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“Hints for preventing blur” (as follows).

Focus

Focusing on a subject successfully

Press PHOTO fully
down straight away

Press PHOTO
halfway down

AE/AF lock indicator
Flashing

, lit/beeps

Then press
PHOTO fully
down

Hints for preventing blur

Hold the camera steadily. Also, you can stabilize the camera by leaning against a tree or
a building beside you. Using a tripod, and using the flash in dark places are also
recommended.

PHOTO

MOVIE

MODE

Focus

Exposure

Color

Quality

This section describes the basics so you can
enjoy your camera. It tells you how to use
various camera functions such as the buttons/
switches (page 27), the menus (page 32), and
so on.

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