Nikon COOLPIX P7800 Reference Manual - Page 102

Shooting Features Focusing The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Focusing in A (Auto) Mode or u Mode • The camera automatically selects one or more of the 9 focus areas containing the subject closest to the camera when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. When the subject is in focus, the focus areas that are in focus glow green. • In special effects mode, the method of how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus can be changed by selecting AF area mode (A73) in the shooting menu. 1/250 F5.6 Focus areas Using the Target Finding AF When AF area mode (default setting: Center (normal)) in A, B, C, D, E, F or N mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera operates 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 glows green. If a human face is detected, the camera automatically sets focus priority on it. • If no main subject is detected, the camera operates in the same manner as in A (auto) mode. 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 82