Focus Modes in Digital Cameras
While some of the least expensive digital cameras have only automatic focus, meaning the camera does
all the work on bringing your subject into the best possible focus, most SLR digitals offer three different
focus modes: manual, single auto focus and continuous auto focus. All three of these will be addressed
here.
With manual focus, the camera stays out of the focus equation and you, the photographer, make all the
decisions regarding this. This is done by setting different buttons or actually using an attached focusing
ring that rotates on the camera lens. For those who like to have complete creative control of the finished
product, this is the best focus mode.
In single auto focus mode, the camera automatically focuses when you press the shutter button either all
the way down to shoot a photo or half way down to lock the focus. This mode is useful when shooting
static objects.
In continuous auto focus the camera continuously focuses on the objects in the photo. In this mode the
camera continuously corrects the focus as the objects distance from the camera changes. This mode is
useful when you shoot photos of moving objects such as a race car during a race or airplanes during an air
show. You can hold the shutter button half way down and continuously move the camera to follow the
object. The camera will continuously keep the object in focus.
Like any other feature automatic and manual focus modes have their pros and cons. The first step to using
them to your advantage is to understand how they work and what they were designed for. The next step is
to experiment shoot photos using different focus modes and different types of objects and see how the
camera behaves. Once you have done that you will be ready to instinctively use the best focus mode for
each photo situation.
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This article was initially published and provided by Worldprofit when the Silver and Platinum memberships had blog posting articles. The CEO at the time was Dr. Jeffrey Lant. Dr. Lant Passed Away April 16, 2023
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