Changing the camera’s focus

Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and shooting conditions.

Using macro a p d D v

Using auto focus a p d D v

Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. Refer to macro options in “Using auto focus.”

To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject.

Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos.

Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 32 in (40 cm).

1 In Shooting mode, select . 2 Select an option.

Normal (AF)

Option Description

Normal (AF): Focus on a subject that is farther than 32 in (80 cm) from the camera. (farther than 32 in [80 cm] when using the zoom).

Auto Macro: Automatically focus on a subject that is 2-32 in (5-80 cm) from the camera (20-32 in [50-80 cm] when using the zoom).

Macro: Manually focus on a subject that is 2-32 in (5-80 cm) from the camera (20-32 in [50-80 cm] when using the zoom).

The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.

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Samsung EC-ST100ZBPPZA, EC-ST100ZBPBE1 manual Changing the camera’s focus, Using macro a p d D Using auto focus a p d D