Changing the camera’s focus

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

Using macro a p d v

Using auto focus a p d v

Use macro to capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects.

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

Try to hold the camera firmly to prevent blurry photos.

Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 16 in (40 cm).

1 In Shooting mode, press [c].

Normal (AF)

2 Select an option.

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Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 32 in

 

(80 cm).

 

 

 

Macro: Manually focus on a subject that is 2-32 in (5-

 

80 cm) from the camera (39-59 in [100-150 cm] when

 

you use the zoom).

 

 

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Samsung PL171, PL170 Changing the camera’s focus, Using macro a p d Using auto focus a p d, Shooting mode, press c, 80 cm