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Be careful not to block the AF-assist Beam with fingers or other items.

Article ID: ART156903 | Date published: 06/09/2015 | Date last updated: 11/16/2015
 

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Be careful not to block the AF- assist Beam with fingers or other items. Try using a tripod or other stable support, and use the camera's self-timer to ensure that nothing is blocking the AF-assist beam.

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AF-assist beam

Many PowerShot camera models employ an Auto-Focus assist beam to aid focusing in lower light. If this beam is blocked the camera may have difficulty focusing.

Be careful not to block the AF-assist Beam with fingers or other items. Try using a tripod or other stable support, and use the camera's self-timer to ensure that nothing is blocking the AF-assist beam.

The beam is usually located near the flash unit or viewfinder as shown below.

*PowerShot S80 pictured

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