Focus Area - Sony DSC-HX90V Manual

Menu item details
(Single-shot AF):
The product locks the focus when the focus adjustment is achieved. Use [Single-shot AF]
when the subject is motionless.
(DMF):
Allows you to use manual focus and auto focus in combination.
(Manual Focus):
Adjusts the focus manually. If you cannot focus on the intended subject using auto focus,
use manual focus.
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.
Hint
If you shoot movies when [Focus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF] or [DMF], the [Focus
Mode] will automatically change to
[57] How to Use

Focus Area

Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto
focus mode.
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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
Using shooting functions
(Camera Settings) → [Focus Area] → desired setting.
(Continuous AF) and then continue to focus.
Adjusting the focus