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POOR CONDITIONS: FOR AUTO
FOCUSING [M]
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Auto fucusing functions when shooting almost
any subject centered in the viewfinder. However,
it does not work for some subjects, particularly
those listed below. To shoot such subjects you
must use manual focusing.
[a] Black objects which absorb the infrared
beam
Ex. dark curtains or shade
Objects in which the infrared reflection
disperses
Ex. a smooth slanting surface (Auto focusing functions
when the camera is aimed squarely at the subject.)
Objects in which the infrared reflection is not
sufficient
Ex. bushes, grass or plants in the telephoto position
[d] Objects in which the infrared beam is
reflected too much
Ex. traffic signs, a white wall, a mirror, or a subject
through plate glass
[e] Objects not solid
Ex. fireworks, candle flame or smoke
[f] Exteremely small objects which do not cover
more than 1/10 of the viewfinder's area
Ex. insects
* Objects which emit infrared beams
themselves,
such as automatic doors or fluorescent lights.
* Objects more than 13 meters (43 feet) away
from the recorder
[b
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Auto focusing also does not function in these
cases:
When simultaneously using several camera
recorders which have an infrared beam auto
focus system.
When using a conversion lens or special effect
filters
OTHER USES OF MANUAL FOCUSING
When shooting still objects
To avoid battery wear
Wean the FOCUS switch is set to AUTO, auto
focusing operates even in the recording pause
mode so the focus ring moves automatically.
This causes continuous battery wear.
When shooting in macro
(See page 38.)