50Shooting in a Special Scene ModeYou can take an optimal picture simply by selecting the appropriateshooting mode. 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 ofyour subject fills the entire LCD monitor (or viewfinder).You can enhance the blurring effect of the background even more by setting the lens to itsmaximun telephoto setting.The camera shake warning icon may appear on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) sinceslower shutter speeds are frequently used in this mode. If this happens, affix the camera toa tripod.The shutter speed slows down. Even if you use the flash, tell your subjects not to move for afew moments.If the Night Scene mode is used to shoot mid-day shots, the same effects as with themode can be obtained.The slow synchro option automatically turns on.With , (Special scene) of and , and , noise inimages may be greater because of the increased ISO speed.Foliage Shoots trees and leaves—such as new growth, autumn leaves orblossoms—in vivid colors.Snow Shoots without a blue tinge and without making people appear darkagainst a snowy background.Beach Shoots without making people appear dark near water or sand wherereflected sunlight is strong.Fireworks Captures fireworks in the sky crisply and at an optimal exposure.IndoorPrevents camera shake and maintains the subject's true color whenshooting under florescent or tungsten lightning.The exposure is regulated so as to avoid the use of flash as much aspossible.Night SnapshotUse this to take snapshots of people against twilight or nightbackgrounds to reduce the effects of camera shake even withoutusing a tripod.
