Making subjects stand out (background defocus), Shooting with a soft focus effect – Canon PowerShot S120 User Manual

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Cover

Before Use

Common Camera
Operations

Advanced Guide

Camera Basics

Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode

Other Shooting
Modes

Tv, Av, M, and
C Mode

Playback Mode

Wi-Fi Functions

Setting Menu

Accessories

Appendix

Index

Basic Guide

P Mode

Still Images

Making Subjects Stand Out

(Background Defocus)

Two consecutive images are captured each time you shoot and processed
into a single image, so that the subject stands out against a blurred
background.

1

Choose [

].

z

z

Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects
(Creative Filters)” (

=

56

) and choose

[

].

2

Shoot.

z

z

Hold the camera steady as you shoot.
When you press the shutter button all the
way down, the camera will shoot twice
and process the images.

z

z

A blinking [

] icon indicates that the

images could not be processed.

Excessive camera shake or certain shooting conditions may prevent
you from obtaining the desired results.

For the best results with this effect, try shooting close to the subject, and
ensure ample distance between the subject and background.

There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes
the images.

To adjust the effect level, turn the <

y> ring.

Still Images

Shooting with a Soft Focus Effect

This function allows you to shoot images as if a soft focus filter were
attached to the camera. You can adjust the effect level as desired.

1

Choose [ ].

z

z

Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects
(Creative Filters)” (

=

56

) and choose

[

].

2

Choose an effect level.

z

z

Turn the <

y> ring to choose an effect

level.

z

z

A preview is shown of how your shot will
look with the effect applied.

3

Shoot.

Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired
results.

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