Nikon COOLPIX P610 Reference Manual - Page 102

Focusing The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Using Target Finding AF In A (auto) mode, or when AF area mode (A52) in j, k, l, m or M mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner described below when you press the shutter-release button halfway. • The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it. When the subject is in focus, the focus area is displayed in green. If a human face is detected, the camera automatically sets focus priority on it. 1/250 F5.6 • If no main subject is detected, the camera automatically selects one or more of the 9 focus areas containing the subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in focus, the focus areas that are in focus are displayed in green. Focus areas 1/250 F5.6 Focus areas B Notes About Target Finding AF • Depending on shooting conditions, the subject that the camera determines to be the main subject may vary. • The main subject may not be detected when using certain White balance or Picture Control settings. • The camera may not detect the main subject appropriately in the following situations: - When the subject is very dark or bright - When the main subject lacks clearly defined colors - When the shot is framed so that the main subject is on the edge of the monitor - When the main subject is composed of a repeating pattern Reference Section E18