BASIC RECORDING OPERATION
Place the subject within the focus frame. The subject must be within the focus range of the lens. If using a zoom lens, change the focal length to frame the subject.
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(B)is illuminated briefly to indicate the point of focus. If the focus signal blinks, repeat the procedure.
The shutter speed (C) and aperture (D) used for the exposure are displayed in the viewfinder and on the monitor.
Press the
2the picture. Press the
The recorded image is displayed while the image is being saved. Press the
The access lamp (E) glows indicating the image data is being written to the memory card. Never remove a card while data is being transferred.
FOCUS SIGNALS
The viewfinder focus signal indicates the status of the autofocus system. Focusing time can be longer with macro or telephoto lenses, or in low light conditions.
Focus locked.
Focus is confirmed (Continuous AF - p. 52).
Indicator blinks - cannot focus. The shutter is locked.
Focusing (Continuous AF). The shutter is locked.
When the camera cannot focus, the subject may be too close or a special focusing situation may be preventing the system from focusing. Use focus lock with an object at the same distance as the main subject, focus the camera manually (p. 52), or raise the flash to use the AF illuminator (p. 97).
Autofocus priority and
SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS
The camera may not be able to focus in certain situations. Use focus lock or manual focus.
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| distances overlap in the |
| bright object or area. |
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