Panasonic Lumix DMC-F1 - Using the AF;AE Lock

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Using the AF/AE Lock
Normally, the camera focuses in the center
area of the picture. Depending on how you
compose the photo, your subject may not be
in the center. Using AF/AE Lock you can
focus on your subject, reposition the camera,
and the camera will maintain proper focus.
AF: Auto focus
AE: Auto exposure
[Preparation]
• Set the mode dial except for [ ]. (P22)
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Aim the camera at the subject on which
you want to adjust the focus to enter
the AF area
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on the LCD Monitor and
then keep pressing the shutter button
halfway (AF/AE lock).
• When the focus is adjusted, the focus
indication
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[ ¥ ] appears.
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Move the camera keeping the chosen
composition and press the shutter
button all the way.
• Before pressing the shutter button, you can set
the AF/AE lock again and again.
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