Z3 Compact scenes not working in manual camera mode

Question

Hi. That's my problem: when I use manual camera, the scn button is grey and not working, so the HDR. They worked when I bought the phone, at Christmas... No mod root etc. Please help me!
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Answer 1

http://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/xperiaz3compact/userguide/Using-still-camera-settings/
 It has to be set on Manual mode at 8mp 
HDR
Use the HDR (High Dynamic Range) setting to take a photo against strong back light or in conditions where the contrast is sharp. HDR compensates for the loss of detail and produces a picture that is representative of both dark and bright areas.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
ISO
You can reduce image blurring caused by dark conditions or moving subjects by increasing the ISO sensitivity.
Auto
Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.
50
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 50.
100
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 100.
200
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 200.
400
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 400.
800
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 800.
1600
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 1600.
3200
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 3200.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
Metering
This function automatically determines a well-balanced exposure by measuring the amount of light striking the image you want to capture.
Centre
Measures the centre of the image, and determines the exposure based on the brightness of the subject there.
Spot
Adjusts the exposure in a very small part of the image that you want to capture.
Face
Measures the amount of light on the face, and adjusts the exposure so that the face is neither too dark or too bright.
Multi
Divides the image into multiple regions, and measures each region to determine a well-balanced exposure.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
Image stabiliser
When taking a photo, it can be difficult to hold the device steady. The stabiliser helps you by compensating for small movements of the hand.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
Preview
You can choose to preview photos or videos just after you shoot them.
Unlimited
The preview of the photo or video appears after you shoot it.
5 seconds
The preview of the photo or video apears for 5 seconds after you shoot it.
3 seconds
The preview of the photo or video appears for 3 seconds after you shoot it.
Edit
The photo or video opens for editing after you shoot it.
Off
The photo or video is saved after you shoot it, and no preview appears.
Face registrationYou can register faces with the Camera application so that the viewfinder automatically focuses on these faces when they appear in the viewfinder.
Flash
Use the flash to take photos when lighting conditions are poor or when there is a backlight. The following options are available when you tap the flash icon in the camera screen:
Auto
The camera automatically determines if the lighting conditions require the use of a flash.
Fill flash
Use this setting when the background is brighter than the subject. This removes unwanted dark shadows.
Red-eye reduction
Reduces the red colour of eyes when taking a photo.
Off
The flash is turned off. Sometimes photo quality can be better without the flash, even if lighting conditions are poor. Taking a good photo without using the flash requires a steady hand. Use the self-timer to avoid blurred photos.
Torch
A torch or camera light is turned on when you take photos.
Scene selection
Use the Scene selection feature to quickly set up the camera for common situations using pre-programmed scenes. The camera determines a number of settings for you to fit the selected scene, ensuring the best possible photo.
Off
The Scene selection feature is off and you can take photos manually.
Soft Skin
Take photos of faces using an enhanced beauty effect.
Soft snap
Use for shooting photos against a soft background.
Anti motion blur
Use for minimising camera shake when shooting a slightly dark scene.
Landscape
Use for landscape photos. The camera focuses on distant objects.
Backlight correction HDR
Use to improve details in high contrast shots. The built-in backlight correction analyses the image and automatically adjusts it to give you a perfectly lit shot.
Night portrait
Use for portrait photos taken at night or in poorly lit environments. Due to long exposure time, the camera must be held still or placed on a stable surface.
Night scene
Use when taking photos at night or in poorly lit environments. Due to long exposure time, the camera must be held still or placed on a stable surface.
Hand-held twilight
Use for taking hand-held low-light photos with reduced noise and blur.
High sensitivity
Use for taking photos without a flash under low light conditions. Reduces blur.
Gourmet
Use for shooting food arrangements in bright colour.
Pet
Use for taking photos of your pet. Reduces blur and red eyes.
Beach
Use for taking photos of seaside or lakeside scenes.
Snow
Use in bright environments to avoid overexposed photos.
Party
Use for indoor photos in poorly lit environments. This scene picks up indoor background lighting or candlelight. Due to long exposure time, the camera must be held still or placed on a stable surface.
Sports
Use for photos of fast-moving objects. Short exposure time minimises motion blurring.
Document
Use for photos of text or drawings. Gives the photo increased, sharper contrast.
Fireworks
Use for taking photos of fireworks in all their splendour.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
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