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Focus ( )The HD camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto focus). When the HD camcorder is turned on,
auto-focus will always be set. You can also manually focus a subject depending on the recording conditions.
Settings Contents On-screen
display
Auto In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to
concentrate on the creative side of your recording. None
Manual Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic
focusing difficult or unreliable.
Touch Point This function is to focus on the point you touch.
Focusing manually during recording
This HD camcorder automatically focuses a subject from close-up to infinity.
However, the correct focus may not be obtained depending on the recording conditions. In
this case, use the manual focus mode.
1. Touch “Focus” “Manual.”
• The manual focus adjustment indicator appears.
2. Touch the nearer subject ( ) or further subject ( ) tab to
adjust the focus, while viewing the subject on the LCD screen.
Focusing on a further subject
To focus on a further subject, touch the further subject ( )
tab.
Focusing in a nearer subject
To focus on a nearer subject, touch the nearer subject ( )
tab.
• The nearer or further icon ( / ) appears in the centre when focus adjustment reaches the end.
• The adjusted value is applied right after touching the ( or ) tab.
<Nearer subject> <Further subject>
using the menu items
Manual