Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM User Manual - Page 13

5 Taking Hand-held Close-ups (Macro) Hold the camera firmly Hold the camera firmly as shown in the illustration on the right when taking hand-held close-ups (macro), and take the shots carefully to minimize camera shake and prevent focus blurring. Taking Photographs with the Servo AF It is recommended that the camera is set at Servo AF when taking close-up (macro) shots. See the camera's instruction manual for further details. Place both elbows on a steady surface such as a table. It is necessary to be careful of the following during close-up (macro) shooting. • There is a tendency for camera shake to affect close-up (macro) shots more than normal shots, and the effects of the image stabilizing function are reduced. • Depth of field becomes extremely shallow when taking close-up (macros) shots, and the focus may blur if the camera is moved forward and backward. Use your knee to support Lean against a steady an arm holding the camera. object like a wall. ENG-12