Pentax K-50 Set the focus mode switch to l, Look through the viewfinder to View the subject

2 Set the focus mode switch to l.

In nmode, the focus mode changes to f(Autofocus/Auto) mode.

1Setting the Focus Mode (p.101)

3Look through the viewfinder to

view the subject.

When using a zoom lens, turn the zoom ring to the right or left to change the angle of view.

4Position the subject inside the AF frame, and press the shutter release button halfway.

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3 BasicOperations

The autofocus system operates.

The focus indicator ] appears and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus (focus lock).

When set to nmode, the optimal capture mode is automatically selected from U(Standard), c (Portrait), s (Landscape), b (Macro), \(Moving Object), . (Night Scene Portrait), K (Sunset), d(Blue Sky) or x(Forest). (p.83)

Flash	Focus indicator
status

The AF assist light turns on in a dark or backlit location. If the flash is necessary, the flash status Eblinks in the viewfinder. Press the Ebutton to pop up the flash.