Pentax MZ-6 User Manual download pdf (Page 46)

STEP UP

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

ABOUT FOCUSING

Using the snap-in focus function

When the subject comes to the point where the lens was pre-focused, the

shutter is automatically released.

qUse a non-autofocus lens.

wSet the focus mode switch to [AF].

eFocus at the point where you wish to capture the subject.

rUsing optional cable switch, keep the trigger button pressed so that the

autofocus and metering systems stay active.

The shutter will be released automatically when the subject comes into

focus at the point selected.

MANUAL FOCUSING

When you focus manually, you can either look at the focus

indicator [ ] or the viewfinder’s matte field to check if the

subject is in focus.

◆ Using the focus indicator [ ]

If the maximum aperture of the attached lens is f/5.6 or larger (f/1.2 -

f/5.6), you can use the focus indicator [ ] as a guide to achieve focus.

With slower lenses, adjust a focus on the matte screen in the viewfinder.

1 Setting manual focus (MF)

qSet the focus mode switch to [MF].

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2 Focusing

qFrame the subject, then press the

shutter release button halfway down.

wTurn the focusing ring on the lens

until the subject is in focus.

When focus is achieved, the focus indi-

cator [ ] lights and the audible PCV

signal beeps.

eCheck that the focus indicator [ ]

is lit, then press the shutter release

button completely.

◆ Using the viewfinder’s matte screen.

1 Setting manual focus (MF)

qSet the focus mode switch to [MF].

2 Focus the subject

qFrame the subject, then turn the

focusing ring on the lens until the

subject is in focus.

Focus until the subject looks sharp in

the viewfinder.

wCheck that the subject is in sharp

focus, then depress the shutter

release button completely.

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