300D focus point problem - DPChallenge Forums

04/08/2004 02:52:25 PM · #1

I Just tried to focus on a subject using the top point of the 7 point system but I just couldn't get it to focus then I notice the red dot is dimmer than the other 6. I've now tried all the other points and they all focus ok . wondering if anyone else has had the same problem

MikeO

Fujifilm x100

04/08/2004 02:57:35 PM · #2

Not come across this with mine, I only use the centre point for focusing now anyway.

RonB

04/08/2004 03:02:32 PM · #3

I just tried it and although, as you indicated, the top AF dot is a little dimmer than the others, it still focused just fine.

Ron

04/08/2004 03:13:18 PM · #4

set the camera to only use that focus point - and set the lense to auto focus - then aim and try it - if it wont focus then i'd wonder if something is wrong.

it may look dimmer merely because its at the top edge of the viewfinder, and its not centered in your eyes view.

Andelain

04/08/2004 03:21:56 PM · #5

Just found out what was causing it. I had left my Hoya circular polarizing filter on and for some reason it wont focus through that. Works fine with it off and all the other points work with it on, Bit odd but I can live with it. Thought I was going to have the hastle of sending it back to Amazon and being cameraless for months.
Thanks all for trying to help though.

Ps small world Mike fancy meeting another pembrokeshire man here

MikeO

Fujifilm x100

04/08/2004 03:24:42 PM · #6

Yep, small world! Glad you have sorted out your problem. There is some stunning scenery around your area, you should get some great shots.

04/08/2004 03:47:26 PM · #7

and oddly enough the location is named after my foot ;}

Originally posted by chinstrap:

There is some stunning scenery around your area, you should get some great shots.

Andelain

04/08/2004 04:23:39 PM · #8

Oh yeah, just noticed lol. my village is named after your foot

04/08/2004 04:31:22 PM · #9

yeah - i actually don't know the roots of the name... maybe this is a clue?

funny though.

MikeO

Fujifilm x100

04/08/2004 04:32:33 PM · #10

Tim Lol - yeh Saundersfoot is a very small village sitting on the coast of Pembrokeshire In South West Wales. The scenery is breathtaking - take a look

//www.saundersfoot.co.uk/
//www.touristnetuk.com/Wa/PEMBS/towns/saundersfoot.htm

Message edited by author 2004-04-08 16:35:03.