Autofocus Modes; Controlling The Autofocus; Touch Af; Suppressing Continuous Focusing - Leica SL3 Instruction Manual

AUTOFOCUS MODES

The following AF modes are available:
The currently selected AF mode is shown in the header line.
Factory setting:
Intelligent AF
▸ Select in the main menu
Focus Mode
▸ Select the desired setting
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Intelligent AF AFs 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 frame.
Facilitates an intuitive focus control, specifically in conjunction with

Touch AF.

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RECORDING VIDEO ▸ FOCUSING
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AFs AFc 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. See p. 218 for more information.
▸ Tap the LCD panel in the desired position
• Focusing is done after the touch.

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 con-
stant as long as the control element is held. Automatic focusing will
only resume after the control element is released.