Focus Lock; Focus Range - Minolta DiMAGE S414 Instruction Manual

FOCUS LOCK

The focus-lock function is used when the subject is off-center and outside the focus frame. Focus
lock may also be used when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from focusing on the
subject. This function is controlled with the shutter-release button.

FOCUS RANGE

Wide-angle lens position
Telephoto lens position
Macro mode (p. 28)
All distances are measured from the CCD.
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AUTO-RECORDING MODE - BASIC OPERATION
Place the subject within the focus frame. Press and hold the
shutter-release button partway down.
• 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,
recompose the subject within the image area. Press the
shutter-release button all the way down to take the picture.
0.5m - ∞ (1.6ft - ∞)
0.9m - ∞ (3ft - ∞)
0.16m - 0.6m (0.5ft - 2ft)
CCD plane