When I use this flash, should I use automatic or manual focus?
1813603
You can use either one , the is going to only flash when you need flash. The flash will be in auto anyway.
1813604
I think it is your choice. If in really low light I would use manual focus because auto focus does not respond very well. Hope this helps you.
1319812
Yes, you always have to focus this lens manually. It works great for shooting video but can be really tough to focus manually for photos.
1005571
No. I use mine on automatic because as an art major taking film photography as an elective, it's easier for me to use it in auto but you can switch it to manual if you want.
1911892
No not in auto-focus only in manual. I really prefer to focus mine in manual anyway now, just takes a little practice and you will be shooting like a pro in no time. I had one just like this and got broken but am getting another as takes great shots.
869833
The camera, left on automatic will satisfy you just fine. When the picture needs a flash, it automatically pops up.I do not consider myself an expert and I love my new camera. Have fun
839583
Can one simply turn off the autofocus and use the manual focus ring while in video mode? I hope so, I just ordered a HS20. Should have it early next week.
1528645
I don't shoot in Auto. Sorry. It is simple to use in manual mode. I love this camera! But I am also a photographer with professional cameras.
699728
Manual Focus only. Works better close for Macro shots. Not so much for far away, Infinity setting. Good Luck!
517546
To use the flash, you have to manually lift it up from the top of the camera. It does work quite well though.
85958
It depends on how you have the camera set. This camera is like several different cameras in one - you can set it on full automatic or you can set it on full manual, either one with the flash ON or OFF as you desire.
169595
Manual focus only. Also it has a fixed so you'll be spending time getting your shutter speed and ISO set up for proper exposures. All in all a fun lens.
498176
depends on the shooting mode your camera is in also. I use manual mode for normal settings, then single shot shooting mode, and what ever program on the remote i like to use.
830316
In auto mod it changes. But in the manual mode you select your f and focus manually.
1552069
I am not sure. Auto focus works good,but manual focus grinds like sand in focus area. Still my favorite lens. Normally use auto focus unless can't get the shot I want
239160
Yes, you can focus manually. Manual focus is on the lens. Just circulate the lens, and you will manual focus the camera.
2247687
Yes, I put it on Manual and the flash just pops right up. It does come up automatically.
677222
I bought it for a 400mm 5.6 & manual focus only...which is just as fast or faster than auto many times... I wanted the distance