automatically. If it could get a focus, it would be sharp. If not, you could se it searching. In cases like that, switch to a better defined focal point.
There is a limit as to how close to the subject a lens can be, and still focus properly. Get closer than that, and it cannot focus. Check the camera specs.
I have Nikon Coolpix8700, and have difficulty taking closeup shots, they are not as sharp as they are supposed to be, I have tried both auto and manual modes, any suggestioins from the users?

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