Samsung NX2000 ユーザーズマニュアル

Shooting Functions

Shooting Functions

Shooting Functions

The AF area function changes the positions of the focus area.

Generally, cameras focus on the nearest subject. When there are a lot of 
subjects, however, unwanted subjects can be in focus. In order to prevent 
unwanted subjects from being in focus, change the focus area so that 
a desired subject is in focus. You can get a clearer and sharper photo by 
selecting an appropriate focus area.

 

In Shooting mode, touch 

 

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 AF Area 

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an option.

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Available options may differ depending on shooting conditions.

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When the AF/MF switch is set to MF, you cannot change the AF area from the 
shooting menu.

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When you use the Face Detection AF option, the camera focuses on the area 
with the white frame automatically.

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Depending on the Picture Wizard options, Face Detection may not be 
effective.

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When you set manual focus, Face Detection may not be available.

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Face Detection may not be effective when:

 

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the subject is far from the camera

 

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it is too bright or too dark

 

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the subject is not facing the camera

 

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the subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask

 

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the subject’s facial expression changes drastically

 

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the subject is backlit or the lighting conditions are unstable

Selection AF

You can set the focus on an area you want. Apply an out-of-focus effect to 
make the subject more distinguishable.

The focus on the photo below was repositioned and resized so that it fits 
the subject’s face.

To resize the focus area, in Shooting mode, touch 

 

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 AF Size.  

Touch   or   to adjust the size of the focus area. You can also rotate the 
command dial. Alternatively, in Shooting mode, pinch your fingers together  
or spread them apart on the focus area.