Sony DSC-RX100M5A, Help Manual

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To shoot images with the focus locked on the desired subject (Focus-lock)
Shoots images with the focus locked on the desired subject in auto focus mode.
Hint
When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the
shot or change the focus setting. In [Continuous AF] mode,
lights up and the beep indicating that the focus has been
achieved does not sound.
An icon indicating that data is being written is displayed after shooting. Do not remove the memory card while the icon is
displayed.
Note
When the subject is moving, you cannot lock the focus even if [Focus Mode] has been set to [Automatic AF].
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List of mode dial function
Zoom
Playing back still images
Auto Review
Press the shutter button fully down.
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MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Mode] → [Single-shot AF] or [Automatic AF].
1.
Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway down.
The focus is locked.
If it is difficult to focus on the desired subject, set [Focus Area] to [Center] or [Flexible Spot].
2.
Keep pressing the shutter button halfway down, and place the subject back in the original position to re-compose the
shot.
3.
Press the shutter button down fully to take the picture.
4.
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