Minolta Dimage 5 Digital Camera User Manual


 
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BASIC OPERATION
FOCUS LOCK
The focus-lock function is used when the subject is off-centre and outside the focus
frame. Focus lock may also be used when a special focusing situation prevents the
camera from focusing on the subject.
Focus lock can be controlled one of two ways. The shutter-release button can be
pressed and held partway down or the AF/AEL button at the back of the camera can be
pressed and held.
Place the subject within the focus frame. Press and
hold the shutter-release button partway down or
press the AF/AEL button.
The focus signals will indicate that the focus is locked.
The shutter speed and aperture value will change from
white to black indicating the exposure is locked.
When the focus is set, an AF sensor will briefly appear
on the live image to indicate the point of focus.
Without lifting your finger from the shutter-release
button or the AF/AEL button, recompose the subject
within the image area. Press the shutter-release
button all the way down to take the picture.
The function and operation of the AF/AEL button can be changed in the Custom 1
section of the recording-mode menu (p. 80). The Flex Focus Point can also be used for
off-centre subjects (p. 67).