Nikon 8700 - Manual (Page 57)

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Manual Focus (Shooting Modes and Only)
In shooting modes (Custom 1) and (Custom 2), manual focus is available
for situations in which the desired results can not be achieved using autofo-
cus. Focus distance can be selected from preset values ranging from 3 cm (1˝)
to infi nity.
2
Confi rm focus in shooting dis-
play. Unless Off is selected for
Focus options > Focus confi rma-
tion (
94), focus confi rmation
turns on automatically when
manual focus is in effect, and
objects that are in focus will be
sharply outlined.
3
Take pictures.
Cancelling Manual Focus
To cancel manual focus, press the MF ( ) button to select another focus mode.
Using the Self-Timer
When using manual focus with the self-timer, select self-timer mode before focusing.
Close-Ups
Minimum focus distance varies with zoom position. At some positions, the camera may
be unable to focus at very short distances (the end of the manual focus display). If
the camera is unable to focus at the current zoom position, the manual focus display
will turn red.
Focus Lock
The button can not be used to lock focus in manual focus mode.
Converter Lenses
Use autofocus with optional converter lenses ( 137).
1
Press MF ( ) button and rotate command dial until subject is in focus. Focus
position (distance from lens) shown by manual focus display in monitor or
electronic viewfi nder.
icon displayed in control panel.
F5.6 F5.6 F5.6 1/125 125 1/125 15 15 15
8M 8M 8M