Olympus SP-500 UZ - Manual (Page 10)

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Pictures can sometimes appear blurred as the result of moving the camera while the
shutter button is being pressed.
To prevent the camera from moving, hold the camera firmly with both hands while
keeping your elbows at your sides. When taking pictures with the camera in the
vertical position, hold the camera so that the flash is positioned above the lens. Keep
your fingers and the strap away from the lens and flash.
Set the desired mode and turn the camera on. You may select the desired mode before
or during use.
Horizontal grip Vertical grip
h This function allows you to take pictures with full automatic settings.
P The camera automatically sets the aperture value and shutter speed.
A This function allows you to set the aperture manually.
S This function allows you to set the shutter speed manually.
M This function allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually.
r This function allows you to set your own shooting parameters and
register them as your original mode.
f This funciton allows you to select from 21 situation–related modes set
to the shooting conditions.
n
This funciton allows you to record movies.
Playback
mode
q
This function allows you to view still pictures and movies, as well as
playback sound.
BASIC OPERATION
Holding the Camera
Mode Dial
Shooting Modes
Playback Mode
Shooting modes
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