Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II User Guide - Page 39

Still Images Movies Shooting at Preset Focal Lengths (Step Zoom) You can shoot at preset focal lengths of 24, 28, 35, 50, 85, 100 or 120 mm (35mm film equivalent). This is convenient when you want to shoot at the angle of view of those focal lengths. zzTo change the focal length from 24 to 28 mm, turn the < > ring counterclockwise until it clicks. Keep turning the < > ring to increase the focal length, which changes to 35, 50, 85, 100, and 120 mm at each click. • Step zoom is not available when shooting movies even if you turn the < > ring. • When you are using digital zoom (=38), you cannot adjust the zoom factor by turning the < > ring counterclockwise. However, you can set the focal length to 120 mm by turning it clockwise. Using the Self-Timer Still Images Movies With the self-timer, you can include yourself in group photos or other timed shots. The camera will shoot about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. 1 Configure the setting. zzPress the button, choose [ ] in the menu, and then choose the []] option (=25). zzOnce the setting is complete, []] is displayed. 2 Shoot. zzFor Still Images: Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, and then press it all the way down. zzFor Movies: Press the movie button. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 39