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Advanced Recording
Auto Focus / Manual Focus
The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam>
modes. page 19
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.
Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make
automatic focusing difficult or unreliable.

Auto Focus

If you are inexperienced in the use of Camcorders, we recommend that you
make use of Auto Focus.

Manual Focus

In the following situations, you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.
a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the Camcorder, others further away.
b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.
c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car.
d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or a crowd.
1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA].
2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [MEMORY]. (SC-D363/D364/D365/D366 only)
3. Press the [MF/AF] button.
The [MF] icon and the [MF/AF] status bar will be displayed on the LCD.
4. Focus with the [REV(
œœœœ
)] and [FWD(
)] buttons.
[ Note ]
Manual Focus is not available in the EASY.Q mode.

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