FOCUS SIGNALS

When the camera is set to autofocus (AF) mode, pressing the shutter-release button partway down will activate the autofocus system and one of the signals below will appear at the base of the viewfinder. In autofocus mode, the shutter will not release until the focus is confirmed.

Focus is confirmed.

Continuous autofocus, focus is confirmed.

Continuous autofocus, lens focusing (shutter locked).

Focus is not possible (shutter locked). Your subject is too close or is one of the special focusing situations described on the next page.

SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS

In the situations like those described below, it may be difficult or impossible for the camera to focus accurately; you may need to use focus hold, direct-manual focus, or manual focus.

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

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