Canon EOS D60 - Manual (Page 76)

When taking pictures of large groups or landscapes, the EOS D60 can automatically achieve a
sharp focus over a wide depth of field. All the subjects covered by the AF points, from those
close to the camera to those far away from the camera, can be taken clearly,
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In < A-DEP > mode, the shutter speed and aperture value cannot be changed freely. If the
camera selects a slow shutter speed, the use of a tripod is recommended.
# Automatic depth-of-field AE cannot be used if the lens’ focus mode switch is set to <MF>
(or < M > on older lenses). Set the switch to < AF >.
* A-DEP stands for Auto-Depth of field.
A-DEP
Automatic Depth-of-Field AE
Set the Mode Dial to <A-DEP>.
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Focus the picture.
' Place an AF point over the subject and
press the shutter button down halfway. (c2)4)
# The focus will be sharp between the
subjects where the AF points flashes in red.
® \bu can check the depth of field beforehand
while the exposure is displayed. (->-73)
S In the example shown on the left, sharp
focus will be attained between the left-most
person and right-most person.
I-2.1.».1.2+ O Check the display, then take the
, picture.
# If the aperture value is not blinking, the
exposure is correct.
@ Press the shutter button down fully.
O If the aperture value is blinking, the exposure level is correct but the desired depth
of field cannot be achieved. Either use a wide-angle lens or move farther from the
subject.
Regardless of the AF mode setting, ONE-SHOT AF will take effect.
If you use a flash, the result will be the same as using <P> (Program AE) mode
with flash.
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