Focus mode dial

Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject.
AF stands for “Auto Focus,” a function that adjusts the focus automatically.
  1. Set the focus mode dial to the desired mode.


(Autofocus)
The camera locks the focus when focus adjustment is achieved (AF-S).
The camera continues to focus while recording a movie (AF-C).

(DMF)
Allows you to use manual focus and auto focus in combination.

(Manual Focus)
Adjusts the focus manually.

Using [DMF]/[Manual Focus]

  1. Set the focus mode dial to (DMF) or (Manual Focus).

  1. Adjust the focus by turning the focusing ring.

  • Use the peaking function, [Focus Magnifier] or [MF Assist] to adjust focus more easily.

  • When the focus mode dial is set to (DMF), auto focus activates when you press the shutter button halfway down.

Focusing using the [DMF] setting
Using [DMF] allows you to use a combination of manual and automatic focus adjustment as follows.
  • After focusing automatically, make fine focus adjustments manually.

Effective when you want to focus narrowly. Hold down the shutter button halfway, then turn the focusing ring.
  • Adjust the focus manually in advance, then use automatic focus.

Effective for focusing on subjects that are toward the back of a scene because those subjects tend to be out of focus when using the automatic focus adjustment.
Notes
  • If the focus distance is set very close, the image may show 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.

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