Samsung SMX-K40LN-XAA - Manual (Page 75)

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Focus
The camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto-focus).
You can also manually focus on a subject depending on the recording conditions.
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"Auto"
In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you
to concentrate on the creative side of your recording.
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"FaceDetection" Records under the optimal condition by detecting faces automatically.
"Manual"
Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic
focusing diffi cult or unreliable.
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The Face Detection indicator ( ) and Face Detection frame ( ) are not
recorded.
Framing a person’s face while Face Detection is set will adjust focus and exposure
to optimal values automatically.
The Face Detection may not operate depending on the recording conditions.
For example, the Face Detection frame may appear when framing a 'face-like'
shape, even when the subject is not a person's face. If this occurs, turn off the
Face Detection feature.
The Face Detection feature will not work when framing the side of a person's face.
You must be facing them 'head-on.'
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Facedetection
It detects and recognizes face-like shapes and adjusts focus, color and exposure
automatically. Also, it adjusts recording conditions optimised for the face detected.
Press the Control button ( / ) to select "FaceDetection", and then press
the OK button.
- Detects a face and shows a frame on it. The detected face image is optimised
automatically.
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