Pentax HZ15 Operating Guide

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Auto Mode is the easiest mode to take photos. While  

operating in this mode, the camera automatically 

optimizes numerous camera settings to adjust your 

photos for the best possible results.
Follow these steps: 
1.  Press the 

 button to select Auto Mode ( 

 ).

2.  Compose your picture in the LCD screen and 

press the Shutter button halfway down to focus on 

the subject.

3.  The LCD screen will show a green focus frame 

when the subject is in focus.

4.  Fully press the shutter button down to take 

pictures.

Auto Mode 

Manual Mode 

When selecting manual ( 

) mode, you can set the 

aperture / shutter speed and ISO value manually.
1.  Press the 

 button to select Manual Mode 

 , 

press the 

 button to confirm.

2.  Press the left/right arrow button to select an 

adjustment setting.

3.  Press the up/down button to adjust the 

parameters.

4.  Press the 

 button to confirm the settings and 

enter the shooting screen.