FocusMode

Auto-focus mode.

FOCUS is set at infinity.

Macro (close-up) focus mode.

FOCUS is fixed. The camera is always in this mode if the focus is not adjustable. If the camera has auto-focus, this mode can fix the focus, which is usually at hyperfocal distance.

Extended depth of field (EDOF). Focusing is done digitally and continuously.

Continuous auto focus mode intended for video recording. The camera continuously tries to focus. This is the best choice for video recording because the focus changes smoothly . Applications still can take picture in this mode but the subject may not be in focus. Auto focus starts when the parameter is set.

Continuous auto focus mode intended for taking pictures. The camera continuously tries to focus. The speed of focus change is more aggressive than CONTINUOUS_VIDEO . Auto focus starts when the parameter is set.