Olympus C-300 Zoom EN - Manual (Page 21)

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SHOOTING BASICS
J SHOOTING MODES
There are seven modes from which you can choose depending on the
shooting conditions and the effect you want to achieve. The contrast,
sharpness, etc. are set in the optimal condition for each mode. The shooting
modes can be combined with the various setting selections in the Shortcut
Menus and Mode Menu.
1
Open the lens barrier.
The camera turns on in the shooting mode.
2
Press .
The monitor turns on and the screen for
selecting the shooting mode (virtual dial) is
displayed.
3
Select the mode best suited to your
purpose from the following.
Press
to select the mode, then
press to execute the setting.
PROGRAM AUTO (Factory default setting)
When taking still pictures, the camera adjusts the flash, metering and other
functions to the chosen settings.
PORTRAIT
Suitable for taking a portrait-style shot of a person. This mode features an in-
focus subject against a blurred background. The camera automatically sets
the optimal shooting conditions.
LANDSCAPE - PORTRAIT
Suitable for taking photos of both your subject and the background. The
picture is taken with the background as well as the subject in the foreground
in focus. You can take photos of your subject against a beautiful sky or
landscape. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions.
PROGRAM AUtO
SELECt GO
Virtual dial screen
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