The Elan IIE is capable of storing Eye Controlled Focus calibration settings for up to three users. In the One-Shot AF mode, users can focus on a subject by depressing the shutter button down half way to lock focus. As long as the shutter button remains depressed half way, focus will remain locked, allowing users to recompose the subject. In the AI Servo focus mode, users can track moving subjects as they move from one focusing point to another at a rate of 2.5 frames per second with the camera's built-in motor drive. In the AI Focus mode, the camera begins operation in the One-Shot AF mode, but will automatically shift to AI Servo for predictive autofocus if the main subject begins to move.
Manual focus is available by moving a switch on the lens.
Sharp focus can be confirmed by using the in- focus indicator in the viewfinder. Exposure Control at Your Fingertips The Elan II and IIE Command Dial, located to the left of the viewfinder, enables quick and easy access to several exposure modes from Programmed exposure to full manual control. The camera offers 10 exposure modes including a scale-metered mode when using manual exposure for precise metering. In the Intelligent Program AE mode, the camera selects the proper shutter speed and aperture settings for a correct exposure based on lighting conditions, film speed, focal-length and maximum aperture of the lens being used. The camera will automatically select the proper shutter speed based on the pre-selected aperture setting made by the photographer.