What are the best settings to use on the Sony Cybershot DSC HX1 for taking portrait type photos?

I have used the portrait setting on the SCN selection but always end up with fuzzy edges on my photos. Are there manual settings that I can adjust that would correct this problem? I have done every other techniqe that I can find to "stabilize" the camera and no matter how still I stand, I still end up with fuzzy edges. Any ideas?

Hi bethstange,
Welcome to the Sony Community!
May I ask if this fuzziness show up when you're not using the Portrait mode? Portrait mode will give you an image with a blurred background while the subject is sharpened. We don't recommend this mode when taking group shots as the subject in the center of the image will be the only one in focus. For everyday shots, we recommend setting the drive mode to Intelligent Auto. This setting will automatically detect and adjust the shooting settings for you. No need to change the Scene modes for different scenarios.
We recommend using the SCN modes when you intend to shoot a certain type of scenario without changing the type of subject. An example would be setting the camera to shoot Landscapes, this setting will give you a wider depth of field than shooting portraits of people.
More information about the camera is available here.
If my post answers your question, please mark it as "Accept as Solution". Thanks_Mitch

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