Samsung VP-D381( i ) User Manual page 46

basic recording
AUTOFOCUS/MANUALFOCUS
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The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ➥page 18
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In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative
side of your recording.
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Manual focussing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focussing difficult or unreliable.
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Adjust the Auto Focus / Manual Focus functions only by using the joystick.
AutoFocus
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If you are inexperienced in the use of camcorders, we recommend that
you make use of auto focus.
ManualFocus
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In the following situations, you may obtain better results by adjusting the
focus manually.
a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the camcorder, others
further away.
b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.
c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car.
d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or a crowd.
SettingtheFocus
1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (VP-D385( i ) only)
2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (
3. Press the Joystick.
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Quick menu will appear.
4. Move down the Joystick ( ▼ ) to select the "Manual Focus" mode.
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You can toggle between "Auto Focus" and "Manual Focus" by moving down
the Joystick ( ▼ ).
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Move the Joystick ( / ) left or right to select the desired manual focus value,
then press the Joystick.
5. To exit, press the Joystick.
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Manual focus indicator (
Manual focus is not available in the EASY.Q mode.
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