Canon SX110 IS focus points: Has anyone had problems with the focusing on this camera?
250135
I'm having this issue, too. Camera seems to get confused and the whole frame becomes blurry rather than focusing on the one object. It takes several attempts to register what I'm trying to do, and then it's too late - opportunity has passed and subject has moved. Time to really study my manual I guess or maybe this is a shortcoming with this camera.
1157234
Would not go so far as to say it is normal, only that it has been experienced before :) and at least in my case has not apparently affected operation of the camera. However, for all I know this could have something to do with the fact that this camera has trouble staying in focus taking video sometimes. I'll never know - it's out of warranty now and there are still more pros than cons versus the alternatives available at the time so I'd have kept it anyway. :)
170329
I haven't written a review, and haven't even read the other reviews (yet), but I am *definitely* having the soft focus and out of focus problems you are referring to. I can take 10 consecutive pictures - same lighting/angle, etc. and maybe one will be a good picture, 4 not so good, and 5 completely unusable. I wonder if certain models cause this, or if some of these were just defective. I bought because of all the positive reviews, but wish I would've spoke up when I first received my camera.
1364479
I have not noticed any problems with auto-focus. I've shot video of a baseball game and didn't have any problem seeking proper focus. I've not had any problems where people were the center of interest. The only time I've noticed any auto-focus seeking was on a scenic shot on high zoom with low contrast in the scene. This camera does very well when people are the center of interest.
1686560
NO, stay away from this camera. Always had problems focusing, Now it won't focus at all. Not a good camera, buy something else. I'm sorry I bought this one.
1105177
This is indeed a common problem with digital compact cameras but with this one I don't notice any delay. Maybe because I always start with half pressing the shutter before I take the shot. In this way the focusing is done already.
1400823
yes, however, I put the filter on and went out and shot lots of great pictures with my Canon SX50 only to return and fine every picture blurry. This was not operator error or camera problem, pictures the day before and the day after were excellent without the filter, so.....
142362
Has anyone received an official response from Canon on this issue? Specifically, the nature of the issue (hardware/software). I have the same problem. Autofocus outside of the widest zoom setting does not function. The camera lights up focus targets and beeps, but the focus is clearly wrong. The camera is NOT in macro mode.
753751
I don't know for sure, but suspect it is related to a recall a couple of months ago over the materials used in the viewfinder on a group of this model produced in the last quarter of 2013. I have my camera registered with Canon and was immediately notified about the problem and that my camera wasn't affected. This was the most popular Canon Point and Shoot for a long time on Amazon (at a much lower price). By the way, I love my SX50 and recommend it highly. It is loaded with great features as a bridge camera and the zoom is awesome.
646119
Thus far I did not experience any issues with focusing - worked fine for me. Moreover, XS-1 has a manual focus mode with the focusing ring conveniently located on the lens housing and a switch on the body to select manual focusing mode, so if you get into a situation that auto-focus does not work for you, it is very easy to override it.
662611
I have not had exposure issues but I have had focus issues. Not really issues, as much as just not being happy with the focal range at all, or the autofocus system. If you are shooting auto I can see you having problems as the auto systems just do not seem to be up to par compared to other platforms
1663830
Try this configuration: single point Flex Zone, back button focusing, and "manual + Auto focus" that combo works amazing for me. There is no shutter lag, but you do need to use advanced focusing techniques to get focus as fast as you would on a DSLR, but it blows compacts out of the water.
1089980
i too had problems with blurring and out of focus shots, ive used the camera a lot recently, and was getting annoyed that close up shots were rubbish, until a friend said try turning off the image stabilizer, i did, close up pics look much sharper, i only use the stabilzer now for long zoom shots, isnt that what its suppose to be for anyway, maybe it aint suppose to be on all the time
202432
It is a common problem. The camera will lose focus when trying to automatically focus on an object. I use my cameras for investigation purposes and needless to say will not be buying another B&H.; Try the Sony HD
1278589
That is not correct. You were probably in manual focus, or someone setup some strange focus points. I use this camara for filming hunting, and the focus must change constantly and have never had the issue you decribe. BTW love this camera. Great quality, but cheap enough that I dont feel I need to baby it every minute.
1186387
I'm using the 2x converter with that exact same lens on my Canon Rebel T3. It works fine, but I have a hard time getting it to auto focus. It keeps going in-and-out of focus and runs the battery down in about 5 minutes of trying. I think this is more due to my shaky hands and the extra weight of the converter than anything. Tripod might solve the problem-----haven't tried that yet.
487368
I have a Canon, and didn't have a problem. Maybe try googling your problem, someone probably has a solution already out there.