3.4Focus modes

If autofocus AF is desired, chose AF on the focusing selector ring on the lens, then chose between S(single) and C(continuously) focusing. The Focus selection ring on the lens will help you to rapidly switch between AF and M, without having to change your grip of the camera.

The shutter release button has a two-step action. When pressed lightly it stops at a certain point. In this manual this position is called the “half- press” position. When you “half-press” this button, the camera functions are activated. When the shutter button is pressed further down, the shutter is tripped. This position is called the “full-press” position.

When you “half-press” this button, camera functions are activated.

1.Aim the camera so that the subject is within the focus frame.

2.Half-press the shutter release button, and focus will be adjusted automatically.

When the focus mark lights, the picture is in focus.

3.When lights, press the shutter release button further down to release the shutter.

Out of focus Marks

Flashing: The picture is not focused and the shutter cannot be released.

Either press the shutter release button again to adjust the focus or move the camera to change the position of the focus frame.

While the camera is operated in the auto focus mode, lenses not equipped with the focus mode selector ring turn their focusing rings automatically to focus. Do not touch the focus ring.

Lenses with the focus mode selector

When a lens with the focus mode selector is attached and the focus

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Phase One 645 AF manual Focus modes, Out of focus Marks

645 AF specifications

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