Using the AF/AE Lock
If the subject is out of the AF target or the focus area and you press the shutter button, the subject’s focus is not adjusted. After locking focus and exposure (AF/AE lock), you can take a clear picture with adjusted focus.
AF: Auto focus
AE: Auto exposure
[Preparation]
•Set the operational mode dial and REC mode dial. (P25)
1 Aim the camera at the subject on
which you want to adjust the focus to enter the focus area on the LCD monitor and then press the shutter button halfway (AF/AE lock) to set it.
• When the focus is adjusted, the focus indication [¥] appears.
2 Move the camera keeping the
chosen composition and press the shutter button all the way.
• Before pressing the shutter button, you can set the AF/AE lock any time you want.
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