Changing Shooting Function Settings147If you set the mode switch to 4, and the mode to G, you can change thesettings in the 4 tab (p. 47).Switching the Focus SettingThe camera focuses on whatever it is aimed at even when the shutter buttonis not pressed. However, you can set it so that the camera only focuses whenthe shutter button is pressed halfway.● Choose [Continuous AF], then press theqr buttons to choose [Off].Turning Off the AF Assist BeamThe lamp will automatically light to assist focusing in low light conditions whenyou press the shutter button halfway. You can turn off the lamp.● Choose [AF-assist Beam], then press theqr buttons to choose [Off].If you change the date or time in the setting (p. 20), your [ Home]time and date will automatically change.Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter inmodes other than G mode, check if the function is available in thosemodes (pp. 166 – 169).Changing Shooting Function SettingsOnSince the camera focuses continuouslyuntil you press the shutter buttonhalfway, it allows you to shoot withoutmissing photo opportunities.OffThe camera does not focuscontinuously, thereby conservingbattery power.COPY
