Focus Lock - Samsung DIGIMAX 3000 User Manual

Macro (
Available focusing method, by recording mode
(O : Selectable , X : Not selectable, : Infinity focus range)
Auto
O O O
O O O

Focus lock

To focus on the subject positioned outside of the center, use the focus lock function.
Using the Focus Lock
1. Ensure the subject in the center of the autofocus frame.
2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway. When the green auto lights up, it means the camera
is focused on the subject. Be careful not to press the SHUTTER button all the way down to
avoid taking an unwanted pictured.
3. With the SHUTTER button still pressed down only halfway, move the camera to
recompose your picture as desired, and then press the SHUTTER button completely to
take the picture. If you release your finger from the SHUTTER button, the focus lock
function will be canceled.
[ The image to be captured ]
30
) / Down button (Focusing)
O X O O
O X X X
[ Press the SHUTTER button ]
halfway and focus on the subject
O X
X X O X
[Recompose the picture and fully ]
O O
X X X X
depress the SHUTTER button