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FOCUS SIGNALS
When the camera is set to autofocus (AF) mode, pressing
the shutter-release button partway down will activate the
autofocus system and one of the signals below will appear at
the base of the viewfinder. In autofocus mode, the shutter will
not release until the focus is confirmed.
Focus is confirmed.
Continuous autofocus, focus is confirmed.
Continuous autofocus, lens focusing (shutter
locked).
Focus is not possible (shutter locked). Your
subject is too close or is one of the special
focusing situations described on the next page.
SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS
In the situations like those described below, it may be difficult
or impossible for the camera to focus accurately; you may
need to use focus hold, direct-manual focus, or manual
focus.
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 the subject within the focus
frame [ ] is very bright, or low
in contrast.
