
:Automatic
This mode is for obtaining a wide depth of field automatically between a near subject and far subject. It is effective for group photos and landscapes. The camera uses the 7 AF points to detect the nearest and farthest subjects to be in focus.
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1 Turn the Command Dial to < >.
2Focus the subject.
• Move the AF point over the subject and press the shutter button halfway.
•All the subjects covered by the AF points which flashed in red will be in focus.
• If you press the
•In the example above, the focus will be sharp between the front person on the left and the rear person on the right.
The < > mode cannot be used if the lens’ focus mode switch is set to <MF> (or <M> on older lenses).
• If the aperture blinks, it indicates that the exposure level is correct but the desired depth of field cannot be achieved. Either use a
•In this shooting mode, you cannot freely change the shutter speed and aperture. If the camera sets a slow shutter speed, hold the camera steady or use a tripod.
•If flash is used, the result will be the same as using flash in the < > mode.
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