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If you set the mode dial to
G
, you can change the settings in the
4
tab
(p. 48).
Switching the Focus Setting
The camera focuses on whatever it is aimed at even when the shutter button
is not pressed. However, you can set it so that the camera only focuses when
the shutter button is pressed halfway.
●
Choose [Continuous AF], then press the
qr
buttons to choose [Off].
Turning Off the AF Assist Beam
The lamp will automatically light to assist focusing in low light conditions when
you press the shutter button halfway. You can turn off the lamp.
●
Choose [AF-assist Beam], then press the
qr
buttons to choose [Off].
Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in
modes other than
G
mode, check if the function is available in those
modes (pp. 202 – 203).
Changing Shooting Function Settings
On
Since the camera focuses continuously
until you press the shutter button
halfway, it allows you to shoot without
missing photo opportunities.
Off
The camera does not focus
continuously, thereby conserving
battery power.
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