Focusing manually
Focusing manually
When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length.
(1) Set FOCUS to MANUAL. The f indicator appears in the viewfinder.
(2) Move the power zoom lever to the “T” side in the optical zoom zone until the lever reaches the end.
(3) Turn the NEAR/FAR dial to achieve a sharp focus.
(4)Set the desired shot length using the power zoom lever.
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AUTO 
MANUAL 
INFINITY
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W 
T
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FAR NEAR
To return to autofocus mode
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W T
W 
T
Set FOCUS to AUTO. The f indicator in the viewfinder disappears.
Shooting in relatively dark places
Shoot at
To record a very distant subject
Push FOCUS down to INFINITY. The lens focuses on the most distant subject while FOCUS is held down. When it is released, manual focus mode is resumed.
Use this function when shooting through a window or a screen, to focus on a most distant subject.
Note on manual focusing
The following indicators may appear:
when recording a very distant subject. 
when the subject is too close to focus on.
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