Set Focus Mode Selector to AF
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Do not attempt to rotate the lens’ focus ring manually with the focus
mode set to AF.
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With the focus mode set at AF, the shutter cannot be released when the
subject is out of focus. For details on focus mode, see page 36.
BASIC OPERATION
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Check points
When the focus mode selector
is set to AF (autofocus), the
camera focuses automatically.
Set the focus mode selector to AF (autofocus).
• Make sure to turn the focus mode selector until it clicks into position.
• To focus, lightly press the shutter release button. (See page 24.)
Situations where autofocus may not work as
expected:
• Autofocus may not work as expected in the following situations. In such
situations, focus on a different subject located at the same distance, use
focus lock (page 38) then recompose.
• When you are unable to perform focus lock, set the focus mode selector
to
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(manual) and focus manually using the clear matte field.
Low contrast scenes
For example, where the subject is
wearing the same colour clothing as a
wall or other background.
Scenes with the subject located at
different distance within the focus
brackets
For example, when shooting an animal
inside a cage or a person in a forest.
Scenes in which there is pro-
nounced difference in brightness
within the focus brackets
For example, when the sun is in the
background and your main subject is
in shadow.
Patterned subject or scene
For example, building windows.
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