Minolta Minolta Vectis, S-100 Special Focusing Situations, Focus Hold, Press the shutter-release

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SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS

The camera may not be able to focus in situations like those described below. When the focus lamp blinks, use focus hold (page 31) or manual focus (page 56). See page 13 for an explanation of the focus signals.

If two subjects at different distances overlap in the focus

frame .

If a subject composed of alternating light and dark lines completely fills the focus frame .

If the subject within the focus

frame is very bright, or low in contrast.

FOCUS HOLD

Use focus hold when your subject is outside the focus

frame or when autofocus is difficult to confirm.

1.Center your subject in the

focus frame , then press the shutter-release button partway down.

2.Continue to hold the shutter-release button partway down while you compose your picture.

3.Press the shutter-release

button all the way down to take the picture.

• Focus hold cannot be used for moving subjects.

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Contents Instruction Manual New processing… Advantages of the Advanced Photo System Easier to load…New print formats… Table of Contents For Proper and Safe USE Please Note Operating Temperature and ConditionsSplashproof Body Names of PartsFilm Cassette Warning Names of Parts Viewfinder Data PanelQuick Operation Attach the camera strap as Attaching the StrapShown Checking the Battery Power Installing the BatteriesUsing the eyepiece cap, open the battery-chamber door Snap the battery-chamber door shutLens Hood Note Removing the LensHandling the Camera Diopter AdjustmentSubject appears sharpest Holding the CameraLoading Film Visual Exposure IndicatorsPush the film chamber in until it clicks shut Use IX240 type film in this cameraLoading Film Fully Automatic Operation Frame or when autofocus is difficult to confirm Special Focusing SituationsFocus Hold Press the shutter-releaseUsing the BUILT-IN Flash Rewinding the Film Close-up Mode For close-up photography Sports Mode Mode OperationSubject Program Selection Subject Program SelectionLandscape Mode Portrait ModeProgram pointer is under Press the program-select button until the subjectSports Mode CLOSE-UP ModeFor best results use the V Lens 50mm f/3.5 Macro Use a tripod to reduce camera shakePhotographing Night Scenes Night Portrait ModeAppears Data panel TipsCreative Exposure Modes Mode Aperture PriorityShutter Speed and Aperture in the Data Display Shutter SpeedTo cancel the flash, push the flash down Aperture Control Mode FlashPress the flash-mode button to turn the flash on Large ApertureTo cancel the flash, push the flash down Mode Shutter PriorityFast Shutter Speed Shutter Speed ControlDATE/TIME Imprinting Sequence is as follows Press the focus-mode SELF-TIMERManual Focus Press the drive-mode CONTINUOUS-DRIVE ModeRemote-control button Until appears in the data panel Place the camera on a tripod, then pressCup Focus Hold in Remote Control ModeAttaching the Eyepiece Cap Remove the eyepiece Pull out the battery chamber and remove the old battery Changing the BatterySlide the battery chamber back into the remote control Canceling the AF IlluminatorMetered Exposure Over Exposure Exposure CompensationYour flash manual Press the flash-mode button to raise the built-in flash5400HS 5400xiUsing the Optional Remote Control Taking Pictures in Wireless/Remote Flash ModeProgram-reset button PROGRAM-RESET ButtonPressing the program-reset Fully-automatic operationLAB Services Specifications for the V Lens 28-56mm f/4-5.6 Accessory InformationLenses Lens HoodQuestions and Service CleaningCare and Storage StorageAF System Technical DetailsNo display appears when Incorrectly Camera is switched on TROUBLE-SHOOTINGBatteries are loaded Situation is unsuitable forCamera Warnings Quick Reference Guide 9222-2102-31 P9705-A705