sometimes it just as well to stand back, and zoom in(in regular mode), especially when photographing skiddish little creatures like butterflies, stand back and zoom in

with the close-up(they call it macro, not sure if my camera qualifies in that category), flower icon on the settings, it won't likely (if it's anything like mine) allow much zoom, very little actually when close up



and one of the best things I've found is that 2 second delay, which allows you to steady up and aim while the camera snaps, instead of having to be pressing on that darn button. This works exceptionally well on very intricate close-ups, and very distant full zoom shots such as the moon without a tripod. In those two cases I'll usually even hold my breath while the camera snaps