Sanyo VPC-J1EX Using the Autofocus, Conditions that may cause incorrect focus

Using the Autofocus

The autofocus will work in almost all situations; however, there are certain conditions that may cause the autofocus function to not work properly. If the autofocus function is not working properly, set the focus range or the focus area to capture images (see page 103).

BConditions that may cause incorrect focus

The following examples are some of the situations where the autofocus function may not work.

œSubjects with low contrast, very bright subjects at the center of the image, or dark subjects or locations Use the focus-lock function (see page 42) to lock the focus on an object with contrast at the same distance as the desired subject.

œSubjects without vertical lines

Use the focus-lock function to lock the focus on the subject while holding the digital camera vertically.

The following examples are some of the situations where the autofocus function may work, but not as desired.

œWhen both near and far objects are present

Use the focus-lock function to lock the focus on an object at the same distance as the desired subject, then reposition the camera to compose the picture.

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