To adjustthe focusautomatically
Follow steps 1 and 2, then touch [AUTO] in step
3. Or set ]FOCUS] to ]AUTO] (p. 41).
f,_ Note
• You cannot use the SPOT FOCUS function together
wi_h [PROGRAM AE[.
'_" Tip
• If you set [SPOT FOCUS], [FOCUS] is
automatically set to [MANUAL].
3 Touch [MANUAL].
_ appears.
4 Touch [_ or _ to sharpen the focus.
[_: To focus on close subjects.
: To focus on distant subjects.
_ changes mt& when lhe focus cannot be
adjusled any further. _ changes to -*
when the focus cannot be 3djusted any
closer.
You can adjust the focus manually according
to the recording conditions.
Use this function in the following cases.
To record a subject behind a window covered
with raindrops.
To record horizontal stripes.
To record a subject with little contrast
between the subject and its background.
When you want to focus on a subject in the
background.
To record a stationary subject using a tripod.
Tips for focusing manually
• It is easier to focus on the subject when you use the
zoom ttlnc_ion. Mov_ the power zoom lever towards
T (telephoto) to adjust the tbcus, and then, towards
W (wide angle) to adjust the zoom for recording.
• Whm_ you want to record a close=up image of a
subject, move the power zoom lever towards W
(wide mlgle) to thlly magnify lhe image, _ben at[iust
the focus.
Touch [?_].
Toadjustthe focusautomatically
Follow steps I and 2, then select [AUTO] in
step 3.
8
Touch _ during recording or in
the standby mode.
Touch [FOCUS].
If the item is not displayed on the screen,
touch _ /_ . if you cannot findit, touch
MENU, then select it from the
(CAMERA SET) menu.
Recording 41