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The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes.
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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 focussing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focussing difficult or unreliable.
Adjust the Auto Focus / Manual Focus functions only by using the joystick.

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
.

Setting the Focus

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (VP-D385(
i
) only)
2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ).
3. Press the Joystick.
Quick menu will appear.
4.
Move down the Joystick (
▼
) to select the "Manual Focus" mode.
You can toggle between "Auto Focus" and "Manual Focus" by moving down
the Joystick (
▼
).
Move the Joystick (
/
)
left or right to select the desired manual focus value,
then press the Joystick.
5. To exit, press the Joystick.
Manual focus indicator ( ) and the status bar will be displayed on the LCD screen.
Manual focus is not available in the EASY.Q mode.
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