Reference Manual

54 Basic Settings
AF-Area Mode
The focus point can be positioned using
the multi selector. AF-area mode
controls how the camera selects the
focus-point for autofocus. The default
setting is Auto-area AF, but other
options can be selected using the AF-
area mode items in the i menu and the photo and movie
shooting menus (0 140, 216, 262).
At default settings, AF-area mode can also be selected by
holding the Fn2 button and rotating the sub-command dial
(0 27).
Option Description
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Pinpoint AF
Recommended for shots involving static subjects,
such as buildings, in-studio product
photography, or close-ups. Pinpoint AF is used for
pinpoint focus on a selected spot in the frame.
This option is only available when photo mode is
selected and Single AF is chosen for Focus
mode. Focusing may be slower than with single-
point AF.
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Single-point AF
The camera focuses on a point selected by the
user. Use with stationary subjects.