Adjusting The Focus - Sony PXW-FS5 Operating Manual

Recording (continued)
• You can change the handle zoom lever function
([HANDLE ZOOM], p. 124).
• You can switch the zoom display between a bar
indicator and number indicator ([ZOOM
DISPLAY], p. 133)
Adjusting the zoom with the zoom
ring
You can zoom at the desired speed by
turning the zoom ring B. Fine adjustment
is also possible.
b Note
• Turn the zoom ring B at a moderate speed. If
you turn it too fast, the zoom may lag behind the
zoom ring rotation, or the operation sound of the
zoom may also be recorded.
Turn the zoom ring right or left to decide on
the size of the subject in your image.
Zooming must be done before focusing.
When using a power zoom lens, you can
also zoom with the zoom lever of the lens.
b Notes
• The available operations and operating methods
depend on the lens attached. Refer to the
operating manual that comes with your lens.
• Do not grab or apply a strong force to the lens
cylinder as it rolls out when zooming. The lens
may be damaged.
• Keep your finger on the zoom lever. If you
move your finger off the zoom lever, the
operation sound of the zoom lever may also be
recorded.
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Adjusting the focus

You can adjust the focus manually for
different recording conditions.
Use this function in the following cases.
– To record a subject behind a window covered
with raindrops.
– To record horizontal stripes.
– To record a subject with little contrast
between the subject and its background.
– When you want to focus on a subject in the
background.
– To record a stationary subject using a tripod.
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During recording or standby, set
the FOCUS (AUTO/MAN) switch
A to "MAN."
9 appears.