Sony DSC-HX1 Cyber-shot&reg Handbook page 41

Using Flexible Spot AF
This is useful when you shoot using a tripod and the subject not in the center of the frame.
1 Press the control button to adjust the position of
the AF range finder frame where you want to
focus, then press z
To reset the setting, press z in the center again.
You can adjust the rough position by using the jog dial.
Note
• Once you change the focus method, the AF range finder frame you set up is cleared.
Using Semi Manual/Manual Focus
This is useful when it is difficult to get the proper focus, such as shooting images through a
window.
1 Press the control button to adjust to the distance
where you want to focus by using the manual
focus bar, then press z
To reset the setting, press z in the center again.
You can adjust the rough position by using the jog dial.
Notes
• If the focus distance is set very close, the image may show dust or fingerprints on the lens. Wipe the lens
with a soft cloth, etc.
• The focus distance range is limited according to the zoom scaling or the setting of the [Conversion Lens].
• Once you change the focus method, the distance of the Manual Focus you set up is cleared.
• Distance setting information in Semi Manual/Manual Focus is approximate. If you point the lens up or
down, the error increases.
AF range finder frame
(yellow: adjustable/white:
fixed)
Manual focus bar
Focus range 1 cm to ∞
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