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<A> is a fully automatic mode. The camera analyzes the scene
and sets the optimum settings automatically. It also adjusts focus
automatically by detecting whether the subject is still or moving (p.83).
1
Set the Mode Dial to <A>.
Turn the Mode Dial while holding
down the lock release button at the
center.
2
Aim the Area AF frame over the
subject.
All the AF points will be used to focus,
and the camera will focus on the
closest object.
Aiming the center of the Area AF
frame over the subject will make
focusing easier.
3
Focus on the subject.
Press the shutter button halfway. The
lens’s focusing ring will rotate to
focus.
X During the autofocus operation,
<e> will be displayed.
X The AF point that achieves focus will
be displayed. At the same time, the
beeper will sound and the focus
indicator <o> will light up.
X In low light, the AF point(s) will light
up briefly in red.
A
Fully Automatic Shooting (Scene Intelligent Auto)
Area AF frame
Focus indicator