If you want to take a picture with the subject positioned outside of the AF circle, use the focus lock as follows:
1.Place the AF circle on the subject that you want focused in the picture.
AF Circle
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2.Partially depress and hold the
SHUTTER BUTTON (1) to lock the focus position.
3.While still partially depressing the shutter button, move the
camera until your subject is where you want it within the VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE (11).
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4.Press the shutter button completely down to take the picture.
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