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FOCUS LOCK

BASIC OPERATION

The focus-lock function is used when the subject is off-center and outside the focus frame. Focus lock may also be used when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from focusing on the subject.

•Focus can also be locked with the spot AF button.

•Focus lock also sets the exposure settings.

•When focusing on moving subjects or with the sports subject program, focus lock cannot be used.

1.Center your subject in the wide focus frame.2.Press the shutter-releasepartway down to lock the

• When focus signal appears in the viewfinder, the focus is locked.

3.Continue to hold the shutter- release button partway down while you compose your picture.

•Removing your finger from the shutter release button cancels the focus lock.

4.Press the shutter-release button all the way downto take the picture.

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