Shooting – Advanced Functions

Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus

Mode Dial

The autofocus may not work well on the following types of subjects.

•Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings

•Subjects mixing close and far objects

•Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition

•Subjects that are moving quickly

•When shooting through glass, get as close as possible to avoid reflection off the glass.

•Subject with horizontal stripes

To shoot these subjects, first aim the camera at an object at a similar distance, lock the focus and recompose the image with the desired subject, or use manual focus.

Shooting with Focus Lock

1Aim the AF frame at an object at a similar distance to the subject you wish to shoot.

2Press the shutter button halfwayto lock the focus.

z The AE setting will also lock when you do this. The exposure may occasionally be incorrect if the difference between the two items is too great. Use AF Lock when this happens.

3Recompose the image and press the shutter button all the way to shoot the image.

Shooting with AF Lock1Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus. Keep it pressedand press the MF button.

z The icon appears on the LCD monitor. z The focus setting will lock even if the shutter button and the MF button are released.

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