Shooting Functions
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The AF area function changes the positions of the focus area.

Generally, cameras focus on the nearest subject. When there are a lot of

subjects, however, unwanted subjects can be in focus. In order to prevent

unwanted subjects from being in focus, change the focus area so that

a desired subject is in focus. You can get a clearer and sharper photo by

selecting an appropriate focus area.

To set the auto
focus area,
In Shooting mode, press [m]
→
1
→
AF Area
→
an option.
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Available options may dier depending on shooting conditions.
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When the AF/MF switch is set to MF, you cannot change the AF area from the
shooting menu.
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When you use the Face Detection AF option, the camera focuses on the area
with the white frame automatically.
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Depending on the Picture Wizard options, Face Detection may not be
eective.
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When you set manual focus, Face Detection may not be available.
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Face Detection may not be eective when:
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the subject is far from the camera
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it is too bright or too dark
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the subject is not facing the camera
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the subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask
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the subject’s facial expression changes drastically
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the subject is backlit or the lighting conditions are unstable

Selection AF

You can set the focus on an area you want. Apply an out-of-focus eect to

make the subject more distinguishable.

The focus on the photo below was repositioned and resized so that it ts

the subject’s face.

To resize or move the focus area, in Shooting mode, press [o]. Use the
navigation button to move the focus area. Scroll the jog dial to resize the focus
area.
AF area