Using The Autofocus - Sanyo Xacti VPC-S3 Instruction Manual

Using the Autofocus

The autofocus will work in almost all situations; however, there are certain
conditions that may cause the autofocus function to not work properly. If the
autofocus function is not working properly, set the focus range to capture
images (see page 51).
k Conditions that may cause incorrect focus
The following examples are some of the situations where the autofocus
function may not work.
i Subjects with low contrast, very bright
subjects at the center of the image, or
dark subjects or locations
Use the focus-lock function (see page 30)
to lock the focus on an object with contrast
at the same distance as the desired
subject.
i Subjects without vertical lines
Use the focus-lock function to lock the
focus on the subject while holding the
digital camera vertically.
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