Using the Manual modes
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Extended functions
Focus

The camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto focus).

When you turn the camcorder on, focus is always set to automatic.

You can also set the focus manually.

1 In STBY mode, touch the Video recording mode ( ) tab.
2 Press the [Home ( )] button p touch Manual p

Focus ( ) tab.

3 Touch the desired submenu item.
STBY 00:00:00 [253Min]
Focus : Auto
Icon Description
Auto: In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus
feature, as it lets you concentrate on the creative side of your
recording.
Manual: You may need to focus manually under conditions
in which automatic focusing is difficult or unreliable. To adjust
the focus, place and hold your finger on the for a nearer
subject, and on the tab for a farther subject. The nearer or
farther icon ( / ) appears when focus adjustment reaches
the end. The camcorder applies the adjusted value right after you
touch the or tab.
The Auto Focus (AF) setting is useful when you operate the zoom
function because you might not be able to keep accurate focus after
the zoom ratio has been changed.
When the camcorder exits from Manual mode or switches to the
photo recording mode, the Focus function is automatically set to
Auto.
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