Peaking; Focus Magnifier - Sony SLT-A57 &alpha Handbook

Direct manual focus
When a lens that is equipped with a direct manual focus function is
mounted and [Autofocus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF] or [Automatic
AF], you can make fine adjustments using the focusing ring after the focus
is locked. You can quickly focus on a subject rather than using the manual
focus from the beginning. This is convenient in cases such as macro
shooting.

Peaking

You can enhance the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color in
manual focus. This function allows you to confirm the focus easily.
MENU button t
setting
Notes
• Since the camera judges that sharp areas are in focus, the peaking level is different,
depending on the subject, shooting situation, or on the lens used.
• The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced when the camera is connected using
an HDMI cable.
To set the color of the peaking function
You can set the color used for the peaking function in manual focus.
MENU button t
setting
Note
• This item cannot be set when [Peaking Level] is set to [Off].

Focus Magnifier

You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting.
1
MENU button t
Magnifier]
2 t [Peaking Level] t Select the desired
2 t [Peaking Color] t Select the desired
3 t [Preview Button] t [Focus
Adjusting the focus
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