What are you focusing on? The only time I ever have trouble is when reading QR codes off of a computer screen. One think the 1020 camera will focus better from farther away. You will do better with QR codes and documents if you hold the phone about 12 to 15 inches away from the object. This works better when taking pictures as well. Just shoot the shot from 12 to 15 inches away the zoom in and crop as needed.