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The Camcorder : Functions
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Manual Focus / Auto Focus (MF/AF)
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MF/AF mode only works in REC and (CAMERA) modes.
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In most situations, you will obtain the best results using AF (Auto Focus).
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Manual Focus may not be the optimum setting for everyday filming.
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Manual Focus allows the user to obtain clearer pictures under certain conditions that
make automatic focusing difficult and/or unreliable.
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In REC mode, the camcorder will be set to Automatic Focus when the Camcorder is
turned On. In (CAMERA) mode, pressing the PHOTO button halfway down will
automatically set the focus.
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In the following cases, you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.
a. A picture containing several objects where some objects are close to the camcorder and others are
farther away.
b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.
c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car.
d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like at an athletic event or in a crowd.
1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.
2. Press the AF/MF button.
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MF icon is displayed on the LCD screen.
3. Turn the Navigation Wheel to manually adjust the focus until the subject is sharp. If you can’t
obtain clear focus on the subject, try turning the Navigation Wheel in the opposite direction.
4. To return to AF (Auto Focus), press the AF/MF button again.
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MF icon disappears and the camcorder returns to Auto Focus mode.
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Manual Focus is not available in the EASYQ mode.
Auto Focusing
Manual Focusing
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