Minolta 800si instruction manual Special Focusing Situations, Manual Focus

SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS

In situations like those described below, it may be difficult or impossible for the camera to focus accurately; you may need to use focus lock (p 27) or manual focus (p 31).

If two subjects at different distances overlap within 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, very dark, or low in contrast.

MANUAL FOCUS

When autofocus is not suitable and focus lock is not possible, focus the lens manually.

Press the focus-mode button to set the camera to manual focus mode.

• M.FOCUS will appear in the data panel.

AF-series lens: turn the focusing ring until your subject appears sharp.

Xi-Series lens/AF power zoom lens: pull and turn the control ring until your subject appears sharp.

•The focus confirmation signal will appear in the viewfinder when the subject is in focus in one of the local focus areas.

•In manual focus mode, the shutter will release even if the subject is not in focus.

•Make sure your finger has lifted completely off the shutter-release button before taking another photograph or the exposure will remain locked.

✎Press the focus-mode button to return to autofocus mode.

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