23
FOCUS HOLD
22
SPECIAL FOCUS SITUATIONS
If the subject within the focus frame is
very bright, or low in contrast.
If two subjects at different distances
overlap in the focus frame.
If a subject composed of alternating light
and dark lines completely fills the focus
frame.
If your subject is near a very bright
object or area.
The camera may not be able to focus in situations like those
described below. When the focus lamp blinks, use focus hold (p23)
or manual focus (p53). See page 21 for an explanation of the focus
signals.
1. Center your subject in the
focus frame, then press the
shutter-release button
partway down.
•
appears in the viewfinder when the
focus is confirmed.
• Focus hold also locks the exposure
settings.
2. Continue to hold the shutter-
release button partway down
while you compose your
picture.
3. Press the shutter-release
button the rest of the way
down to take the picture.
• Remove your finger from the shutter-
release button to cancel focus hold.
Use focus hold when your subject is
outside the focus frame or when
autofocus is difficult to confirm.
Focus hold cannot be used for moving subjects.
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