Focus Lock - Minolta Dynax 7xi Instruction Manual

If, as a result of the composition or framing you have chosen, your subject
falls outside the main AF area, use focus lock to lock focus on it, then
recompose the scene as desired.
1. Place your subject in the center of the AF area and press the shutter
button partway down.
2. Hold the shutter button in this position, recompose the picture, and
press the shutter button all the way down to take the picture.
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