Sony DSC-T30/B User Guide - Page 13

Enjoying the camera Enjoying the camera Basic techniques for better images 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 mode switch (page 28), the menus (page 33), and so on. Focus Focusing on a subject successfully When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down. Press the shutter button fully down straight away. Press the shutter AE/AF lock indicator button halfway Indicator flashing, down. Indicator lit/beeps 60min Then press the shutter button fully down. To shoot a still image difficult to focus on t [Focus] (page 38) If the image looks blurred even after focusing, it may be because of camera shake. t See "Hints for preventing blur" (as follows). Hints for preventing blur Hold the camera steady, keeping your arms at your side. It is recommended to lean against a tree or a building nearby to steady yourself. Shooting with a 2-second delay self-timer, activating the anti-blur function, or using a tripod is also effective. Use the flash when you shoot under a low light condition. 13