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Automatic Depth-of-Field AE
This mode is for obtaining a wide depth of field automatically between a near subject and far
subject. It is effective for group photos and landscapes.
The camera uses the seven AF points to detect the nearest and farthest subjects to be in
focus.
∗
stands for Auto-depth of field.
Focus the subject.
•
Move the AF point over the subject and press the
shutter button halfway. (
)
•
All the subjects covered by the AF points which
flashed in red will be in focus.
•
If you press the depth-of-field preview button while
pressing the shutter button halfway, you can see the
depth of field. (
→
p.85)
2
Set the Mode Dial to <
>.
1
Shoot.
•
As long as the exposure setting is not blinking, a
proper exposure will be obtained.
•
Compose the shot and press the shutter button
fully.
•
In the sample image shown in step
2
, all three
people will be in sharp focus even though they are
at different distances from the camera.
3
•
The <
> mode cannot be used if the lens’ focus mode switch is set to <
MF
> (or
<
M
> on older lenses).
•
If the aperture value blinks, it indicates that the exposure level is correct but the
desired depth of field cannot be achieved. Either use a wide-angle lens or move
further away from the subjects.
•
In this shooting mode, you cannot freely change the shutter speed and aperture. If
the camera sets a slow shutter speed, hold the camera steady or use a tripod.
•
Regardless of the AF mode setting, ONE-SHOT AF will take effect.
•
If you use a flash, the result will be the same as using <
> (Program AE) mode with
flash.
