Canon s2is PowerShot S2 IS Camera User Guide - Page 52

‹ Some settings can be changed in each shooting mode (p. 184). ‹ Observe the following precautions according to the selected function. You can achieve a better blurring effect of the background by making sure the upper half of your subject fills the entire LCD monitor (or viewfinder). You can enhance the blurring effect of the background even more by setting the lens to its maximun telephoto setting. The camera shake warning icon may appear on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) since slower shutter speeds are frequently used in this mode. If this happens, affix the camera to a tripod. The shutter speed slows down. Even if you use the flash, tell your subjects not to move for a few moments. If the Night Scene mode is used to shoot mid-day shots, the same effects as with the mode can be obtained. The slow synchro option automatically turns on. With , (Special scene) of and , and , noise in images may be greater because of the increased ISO speed. Shooting in a Special Scene Mode You can take an optimal picture simply by selecting the appropriate shooting mode. Foliage Shoots trees and leaves-such as new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms-in vivid colors. Snow Shoots without a blue tinge and without making people appear dark against a snowy background. Beach Shoots without making people appear dark near water or sand where reflected sunlight is strong. Fireworks Captures fireworks in the sky crisply and at an optimal exposure. Indoor Prevents camera shake and maintains the subject's true color when shooting under florescent or tungsten lightning. The exposure is regulated so as to avoid the use of flash as much as possible. Use this to take snapshots of people against twilight or night Night Snapshot backgrounds to reduce the effects of camera shake even without using a tripod. 50