Sony DSLRA500 Instruction Manual - Page 52

Using the Face Detection function The camera detects faces, adjusts the focus, exposure, performs image processing, and adjusts flash settings. The Face Detection function is set to [On] in the default setting. The Face Detection frame When the camera detects faces, white Face Detection frames appear. When the camera judges that autofocus is possible, the Face Detection frames turn orange. When you press the shutter halfway down, the Face Detection frames turn green. • If a face is not positioned inside the AF area available when you press the shutter button halfway down, the AF area that is used for focusing turns green. • When the camera detects multiple faces, the camera automatically selects a priority face and the single Face Detection frame turns orange. Face Detection frames (white) Face Detection frames (orange) To deactivate the Face Detection function Fn button t (Face Detection) t [Off] Shooting technique • Compose to overlay the Face Detection frame and the AF area. Notes • The Face Detection function cannot be used in viewfinder mode or with the manual focus check function. • Up to eight faces can be detected. 52