Shooting still images
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Set the mode switch to (Still Image), then press the ON/OFF (Power) button.
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Hold the camera steady as illustrated.
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Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.
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The shortest shooting distance is as follows:
DSC-W730: Approximately 5 cm (0.16 ft) (W), 150 cm (4.92 ft) (T) (from the lens)
DSC-W710: Approximately 10 cm (0.33 ft) (W), 100 cm (3.28 ft) (T) (from the lens)
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Macro mode may be automatically set for some shooting conditions.
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Press the shutter button fully down.
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Do not put your fingers on the flash or lens when shooting.
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When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the AE/AF lock indicator changes to slowly flashing and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. [Details]
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Focusing may be difficult in the following situations:
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It is dark and the subject is distant.
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The contrast between the subject and the background is poor.
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The subject is seen through glass.
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The subject is moving quickly.
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There is reflective light or shiny surfaces.
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The subject is backlit or there is a flashing light.