Canon PowerShot G12 PowerShot G12 Camera User Guide - Page 66

Shooting in 8 Mode (Quick Shot Mode) Use the viewfinder (p. 89) to shoot. The camera continuously adjusts the focus and exposure on the subject in the viewfinder, so you never miss a photo opportunity. Enter 8 mode. ● Set the mode dial to 8. X The screen in Step 2 displays. Adjust the settings. ● After pressing the m button, press the opqr buttons or turn the Ê dial to choose an item. ● Turn the ÷ dial to choose an option, then press the m button. ● Pressing the l button will turn off the screen. Press once more to restore the screen. Adjust the focus and exposure. ● Arrange your subject in the viewfinder. X If a face is detected, the focus and exposure will continue to adjust on the face. X If no faces are detected, the focus and exposure will continue to adjust on the subject in the center of the viewfinder. Shoot. ● When you want to take a picture, press the shutter button halfway, then quickly press the shutter button fully. X The image will be displayed on the screen. Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken in 8 Mode In 8 mode, the camera is continuously adjusting focus and exposure, rapidly depleting the battery. The approximate number of shots that can be taken is 310 (p. 14). 66