You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the
proper focus in auto focus mode.
AF stands for “Auto Focus,” a function that adjusts the focus automatically.
The selected AF range finder frame appears on the screen.

1. MENU (Focus) desired mode

(Multi
AF)

Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame automatically.
When you press the shutter button halfway down in still image
shooting mode, a green frame is displayed around the area that is in
focus.

When the Face Detection function is active, AF operates with
priority on faces.

(Center
AF)

Focuses on a subject in the center of the finder frame automatically.
Using the AF lock function together, you can compose the image the
way you want.

(Spot
AF)

Focuses on an extremely small subject or a narrow area
automatically. Using the AF lock function together, you can compose
the image the way you want.

Hold the camera steady so as not to misalign the subject and the
AF range finder frame.