Reference Manual
273Menu Guide > A Custom Settings
Choose whether the lens focus ring can be used for manual
focus in autofocus mode. Choose from the options below.
• Enable: Autofocus can be over-ridden by rotating the lens focus
ring while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway
(autofocus with manual override). To refocus using autofocus,
lift your finger from the shutter-release button and then press
it halfway again.
• Disable: The lens focus ring cannot be used for manual focus
while autofocus mode is selected.
a9: Manual Focus Ring in AF Mode
G button ➜ A (Custom Settings menu)