The problem is – just like any auto setting – there is a chance that the camera will get it wrong, and you’ll end up with a blurry photo. In this mode, the camera will pick either Single or Continuous focus mode for you, based on its assessment of the subject. The key phrase there is “supposed to be”! This setting is supposed to be the best of both worlds. Use Continuous Focus MODE for moving subjects like these dancers. The camera will engage autofocus and do a focus lock when you press the shutter button half-way down. This mode is best used for focusing on stationary objects, anything that is not moving, So it will try tracking focus on a stationary object and not lock focus for you – or it may not pick up a moving object properly. This setting (AF-A or AI Focus) is supposed to be the best of both worlds but in reality, most photographers never use it because the camera usually chooses wrong. Well in a perfect world you could just pick Auto Focus Mode and let the camera do all the work for you.īut, if you’ve been using your DSLR for a while you’ve probably moved away from most of the auto settings for a reason – sometimes, and often, the camera gets it wrong. Note: It would be really nice if all the camera manufacturers could get together and use the same names, right?! Manual Focus: pretty much the same on all cameras – M.Auto Focus Mode: called AI Focus on Canon, AF-A on Nikon, and Sony, AFA on Pentax.Continuous Focus Mode: called AI Servo on Canon, AF-C on Nikon and Sony, AFC on Pentax, and C-AF on Olympus.Single Shot Focus Mode: called One-Shot on Canon cameras, AF-S on Nikon and Sony, AFS on Pentax, and S-AF on Olympus.There are generally four focus modes (some cameras have more): This allows you to choose how the camera focuses according to the subject, either locking on the intended subject or tracking it as it moves.
Most DSLR and mirrorless cameras (as well as many compact cameras) have a setting for the Focus Mode. 6 Tips and camera settings you need to know to get sharper photos #1 Choose the appropriate Focus Mode Let’s go through them one by one, so you know which settings to apply in various different scenarios. You need to choose the most appropriate one for each situation in which you may be photographing. There are several different settings on your camera related to getting sharp images. If you do not have the user manual for your camera find a PDF copy online. Using a large aperture, especially in low light.Drive mode (single or continuous, when to use each).
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