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The AF area function changes the positions of the focus area.
Generally, cameras focus on the nearest subject. When there are multiple
subjects, however, unwanted subjects can be in focus. To prevent
unwanted subjects from being in focus, change the focus area so that
a desired subject is in focus. You can get a clearer and sharper photo by
selecting an appropriate focus area.
To set the auto
focus area,
In Shooting mode, press [m]
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b
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AF Area
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an option.
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Available options may dier depending on shooting conditions.
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When the AF/MF switch is set to MF, you cannot change the AF area from the
shooting menu.
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When you use the Face Detection AF option, the camera focuses on the area
with the white frame automatically.
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Depending on the Picture Wizard options, Face Detection may not be
eective.
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When you set manual focus, Face Detection may not be available.
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Face Detection may not be eective when:
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The subject is far from the camera.
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It is too bright or too dark.
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The subject is not facing the camera.
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The subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask.
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The subject’s facial expression changes drastically.
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The subject is backlit or the lighting conditions are unstable.
Selection AF
You can set the focus on an area you want. Apply an out-of-focus eect to
make the subject more distinguishable.
The focus on the photo below was repositioned and resized so that it ts
the subject’s face.
To resize or move the focus area, in Shooting mode, press [o]. Use the
navigation button or command dial 2 to move the focus area. Scroll command
dial 1 to resize the focus area.
AF area