P.62 – Pentax M40 User Manual
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Tak
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cture
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R
In R (Program mode), the camera automatically sets the shutter speed 
and aperture for taking still pictures. However, you can select other 
functions such as the flash mode and recorded pixels.
1
Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.
The Capture Mode Palette appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select R 
(Program).
3
Press the 4 button.
The shooting mode is selected and the camera returns to capture 
status.
4
Set the functions you want to use.
Refer to “Setting the Shooting Functions” 
(p.79 - p.95) for details of how to set the 
functions.
5
Press the shutter release button 
halfway.
The focus frame on the LCD monitor turns 
green if the subject is in focus.
6
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings 
(Program Mode)
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3
5, 6
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0 8 / 0 1 / 2 0 0 7
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