Canon EOS 10D - Manual (Page 67)

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Focusing
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Selecting an AF Point
The AF point can be selected automatically or manually. In the Basic Zone modes and < >
mode, AF point selection will be automatic. In the < > < > < > < > modes, AF point
selection can be set to either automatic or manual.
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Automatic Selection
From among the seven AF points, the camera selects the AF point automatically to suit the
subject.
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Manual Selection
You can select any of the seven AF points manually. This is best when you want to be sure
to focus on a particular subject, or to use the speed of the AF focusing function to help you
compose a particular shot quickly.
Basic Procedure for AF Point Selection
Press the < > button. ( )
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After pressing the < > button, look at the
viewfinder or LCD panel and turn the < > or
< > dial to select the desired AF point.
Selecting a horizontal AF point
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Press the < > button and turn the < > dial.
s The selected AF point will shift horizontally.
Selecting a vertical AF point
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Press the < > button and turn the < > dial.
s The selected AF point will shift vertically.
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To return to shooting, press the shutter button
halfway or press the <
> button again.
With C.Fn-13-3, you can select an AF point just by turning the < > dial. You need not
press the < > button first. (
→p.150)
Automatic Selection
Automatic Selection
Manual Selection
Shifts vertically Shifts horizontally