Sony α SLT-A58 Instruction Manual page 203

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Press the shutter button halfway
down to check the focus and shoot
the image.
• When the focus is confirmed, the focus
indicator changes to z or
• The AF area in which the focus has
been confirmed turns green.
Notes
• While the camera is focusing automatically, do not touch the rotating focusing ring.
Shooting technique
• To select the AF area used for focusing, set up [AF area] (page 110).
Focus indicator
Focus indicator
z lit
lit
lit
z flashing
Subjects that may require special focusing
When using the autofocus, it is hard to focus on the following subjects. In
such cases, use the focus lock shooting feature (page 108) or manual focus
(page 114).
• A subject that is low in contrast, such as blue sky or a white wall.
• Two subjects at different distances overlapping in the AF area.
• A subject that is composed of repeating patterns, such as the facade of a
building.
• A subject that is very bright or glittering, such as the sun, the body of an
automobile, or the surface of water.
• Ambient light is not sufficient.
(below).
Status
Focus locked. Ready to shoot.
Focus is confirmed. Focal point moves following a moving
subject. Ready to shoot.
Focusing in progress. You cannot release the shutter.
Cannot focus. The shutter is locked.
Adjusting the focus
AF area
Focus indicator
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