Focusing

This camera uses autofocus to focus automatically when shooting. The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Here, we will explain how to use focus areas and focus lock.

AF Area

When using A(auto) mode, or when using Scene auto selector for the scene mode, the camera performs the focus operations described below when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

•If a face is detected, it is framed by the double border indicating the active focus area. When the subject is in

focus, the double border turns green.

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•If no faces are detected, the camera automatically selects one or more of the nine focus areas containing the subject

closest to the camera. When the subject is in focus, the active focus areas (up to nine) glow green.

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Features Shooting

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