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 touch Manual

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.