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FOCUS MODES
One of three focus modes can be selected: Flex
Focus Point (FFP), Single-shot AF (AF-S), or Manual
focus (MF).
Flex Focus Point (FFP)
The focus point can move anywhere inside the focusing area.
When FFP is on, the focus point mark appears in the live image.
Move the mouse cursor freely over the focusing area. Click the
point you want to focus. The focus point mark moves to the point
you clicked.
After setting, the focus point mark remains. It can be turned on or
off (p. 19). Move the mouse cursor over the release button and take
the picture.
Mouse cursor
Quick release can be used with the Flex Focus Point. When active,
set the focus point mark by left-clicking on the live image, and right-
click to release the shutter. A left-click not only sets
the focus point but also activates autofocus and auto-
exposure; the edge of the release button turns green.
Single-shot AF (AF-S)
Suitable for taking still subjects. Place the mouse cursor over the release button to activate autofocus
and autoexposure; the edge of the button turns green. Picture will be taken when the release button is
clicked.
Manual focus (MF)
When manual focus is selected, the focusing buttons
appear. Click or – button. + button sets the
focus on a farther object, and – button on a nearer
object. The approximate object distance from the
CCD is displayed between the buttons.
Focus point mark
Focusing area
Focusing buttons
QUICK RELEASE
