Focus Lock - Minolta DIMAGE 5 Instruction Manual

BASIC OPERATION

FOCUS LOCK

The focus-lock function is used when the subject is off-centre and outside the focus
frame. Focus lock may also be used when a special focusing situation prevents the
camera from focusing on the subject.
Focus lock can be controlled one of two ways. The shutter-release button can be
pressed and held partway down or the AF/AEL button at the back of the camera can be
pressed and held.
The function and operation of the AF/AEL button can be changed in the Custom 1
section of the recording-mode menu (p. 80). The Flex Focus Point can also be used for
off-centre subjects (p. 67).
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Place the subject within the focus frame. Press and
hold the shutter-release button partway down or
press the AF/AEL button.
• The focus signals will indicate that the focus is locked.
The shutter speed and aperture value will change from
white to black indicating the exposure is locked.
• When the focus is set, an AF sensor will briefly appear
on the live image to indicate the point of focus.
Without lifting your finger from the shutter-release
button or the AF/AEL button, recompose the subject
within the image area. Press the shutter-release
button all the way down to take the picture.