Canon EOS 300 D - Manual (Page 74)

A-DEP Automatic Depth-of-Field AE
This mode is for obtaining a wide depth of field automatically between a
near subject and far subject. It is effective for group photos and
landscapes. The camera uses the seven AF points to detect the nearest
and farthest subjects to be in focus.
* A-DEP stands for Auto-depth of field.
Set the Mode Dial to < A-DEP >.
Focus the subject.
o Move the AF point over the subject and
press the shutter button halfway. ( 6 4 )
o All the subjects covered by the AF
points which flashed in red will be in
focus.
Shoot.
© The < A-DEP > mode cannot be used if the lens’ focus mode switch is set
to<MF>.
© If the “^/7"” shutter speed blinks, it indicates underexposure. Increase
the ISO speed.
© If the “HOOO” shutter speed blinks, it indicates overexposure. Decrease
the ISO speed.
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If the aperture value blinks, it indicates that the exposure level is correct
but the desired depth of field cannot be achieved. Either use a wide-
angle lens or move further away from the subjects.
In this shooting mode, you cannot freely change the shutter speed and
aperture value. If the camera sets a slow shutter speed, hold the camera
steady or use a tripod.
If you use a flash, the result will be the same as using < P> (Program
AE) mode with flash.
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