Sony DSC-HX60V Digital Camera User Manual


 
Automatically and quickly adjusts the focus on the area around a set distance. Focuses on a
subject in all ranges of the image.
This mode is useful when repeatedly shooting a subject at the same distance.
(Manual Focus):
Adjusts the focus manually.
Note
If the subject is too close, the image may show any dust or fingerprints on the lens. Wipe the
lens with a soft cloth, etc.
Once you change the focus method, the distance of the focus you set up is cleared.
Hint
When recording movies, [Focus Mode] is switched to (Continuous AF), and the
product keeps focusing on the subject.
[38] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus
Focus Area
Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto
focus mode.
1. MENU (Camera Settings) → [Focus Area] → desired setting.
Menu item details
Wide:
Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of the image.
When you press the shutter button halfway down in still image shooting mode, a green frame is
displayed around the area that is in focus.
Center:
Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the image. When used together with the AF
lock function, you can compose the image you want.
Flexible Spot:
Allows you to move the AF range frame to the desired point on the screen and focus on an
extremely small subject in a narrow area.
On the Flexible Spot shooting screen, you can change the size of the AF range finder frame by
rotating the control wheel.