Pentax HZ15 Operating Guide

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Using the Mode Button

This camera provides a convenient Mode Button that allows you to switch easily between different modes. After 

pressing the 

 button to enter the mode selection menu, press the Left/Right Button to choose the selected 

mode. Press the 

 button to confirm your selection. All the available modes are listed below:

Manual Mode

Many of the camera settings can be configured manually in this mode.

Auto Mode

In this mode, the optimal conditions for taking pictures will be set based on the subject 

and environment. It is the most commonly used mode for taking pictures.

Portrait Mode

The best setting for portrait shooting, enables AE/AF for faces.

Panorama 

Mode

In this mode, up to 4 frames can be stitched together to create a single panoramic photo.

Scene Mode

Choose from 20 different pre-set scene types and effects for your photos.

Movie Mode

Record videos.