
Using AF to Focus
Selecting the AF Mode
The AF modes available are [Live mode], [uLive mode] (face detection, p.132), and [Quick mode] (p.136).
If you want to achieve precise focus, set the lens focus mode switch to <MF>, magnify the image, and focus manually (p.138).
Select the AF mode.
While the Live View image is displayed, press the <o> button. (9)
Turn the <6> dial to select the AF mode.
d : Live mode
c: uLive mode f: Quick mode
This can also be set with the AF mode menu option explained on the preceding page.
Live Mode: d
The image sensor is used to focus. Although AF is possible with the Live View image displayed, the AF operation will take longer than with the Quick mode. Also, achieving focus may be more difficult than with the Quick mode.
| 1 Move the AF point. |
| Use <9> to move the AF point < > |
| to where you want to focus. |
| (It cannot go to the edges of the |
| picture.) |
| If you press <9> straight down, the |
| AF point will return to the image |
AF point | center. |
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