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4.When the focus signal appears in the viewfinder, press the shutter- release button all the way down to

take the picture.

Focus Signals

When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, the following signals appear in the viewfinder to indicate the focus status.

•Focusing time can be longer with macro or telephoto lenses, or in very dark conditions.

Steady

Focus is confirmed.

Focus is confirmed with a moving subject. The cam- Steady era will continue to focus while the shutter-release

button is pressed partway down.

Blinks

Cannot focus. The shutter is locked (p. 31).

•If the camera is unable to focus, the subject may be too close or one of the special focus situations (P. 31) is preventing the AF system from focusing. Use focus lock (p. 30) or manual focus (p. 47).

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