The focal distance information (distance at which the subject is focused on; used as a guide if it is dark and focus adjustment is difficult) appears for a few seconds in the following cases. (This information will not display correctly if a conversion lens (sold separately) is being used.)
When the focus mode is switched from automatic to manual
When you set focus manually
You can adjust the focus manually also by using MANUAL dial.
SCENE SELECTION
You can record images effectively in various situations.
Steps
In recording mode, 
(OPTION) [SCENE SELECTION] a desired setting
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) Takes spectacular shots of fireworks.
Shoots distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents
LANDSCAPE*(
) your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows between the camcorder and the subject.
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