Canon PowerShot G5 X Camera User Guide - Page 87

Digital Tele-Converter Still Images Movies The focal length of the lens can be increased by approximately 1.6x or 2.0x. This can reduce camera shake because the shutter speed is faster than it would be if you zoomed (including using digital zoom) in to the same zoom factor. zzPress the [ ] button, choose [Digital Zoom] on the [ 3] tab, and then choose the desired option (=31). zzThe view is enlarged and the zoom factor is displayed on the screen. ●● The shutter speed may be equivalent when you move the zoom lever all the way toward [ ] for maximum telephoto, and when you zoom in to enlarge the subject to the same size following step 2 in "Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom)" (=41). Choosing the AF Method Still Images Movies Change the auto focus (AF) mode to suit shooting conditions. zzPress the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 31). ●● You can also configure this setting by accessing MENU (=31) ► [ 3] tab ► [AF method]. 1-point AF Still Images Movies The camera focuses using a single AF frame. Effective for reliable focusing. You can also move the frame by touching the screen (=90). ●● A yellow AF frame is displayed with [ ] if the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway. ●● To compose shots so that subjects are positioned at the edge or in a corner, first aim the camera to capture the subject in an AF frame, and then hold the shutter button halfway down. As you continue to hold the shutter button halfway, recompose the shot as desired, and then press the shutter button all the way down (Focus Lock). ●● The AF frame position is enlarged when you press the shutter button halfway with [AF-Point Zoom] (=53) set to [On]. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Tv, Av, M, and C Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 87