Autofocus Modes; Controlling The Autofocus; Touch Af; Suppressing Continuous Focusing - Leica SL2 Instruction Manual

AUTOFOCUS MODES

The following AF modes are available:
currently selected AF mode is shown in the header line.
Factory setting:
Intelligent AF Intelligent AF
▸ Select in the main menu
Focusing Focusing
▸ Selecting
Focus Mode Focus Mode
▸ Select the desired setting
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Intelligent AF Intelligent AF AFs AFs AFc AFc
INTELLIGENT AF
Suitable for all objects. The camera automatically selects between
AFs and AFc.
AFs (single)
A meaningful option if the focus setting should remain constant for
an extended period of time. Allows greater control over focusing
and helps to avoid incorrect focusing.
AFc (continuous)
Suitable for objects in motion. Focusing is continuously adjusted to
the object in the AF metering field.
Facilitates an intuitive focus control, specifically in conjunction with

Touch AF.

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AFs AFs AFc AFc Intelligent AF Intelligent AF

CONTROLLING THE AUTOFOCUS

TOUCH AF
During video recordings, Touch AF facilitates a more intuitive focus
control, even if the main object moves outside the center of the
frame.
With AFs
▸ Briefly tap the LCD panel at the desired point
• Focusing is done after the touch.
With AFc
▸ Keep your finger on the LCD panel and move it dynamically
• The focus will adapt dynamically to the relevant position of the
AF metering field.

SUPPRESSING CONTINUOUS FOCUSING

Continuous focus adjustments can be suppressed by initiating a
metering memory lock.
Use the following control elements depending on the currently
selected mode:
Intelligent AF Shutter button (tap and hold)
Joystick (press and hold)
AFc Joystick (press and hold)
The camera stores the focus setting. That makes it easier to
change the image section when focusing is fixed. The focus
remains constant as long as the control element is held. Automatic
focusing will only resume after the control element is released.
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