Join Richard Harrington for an in-depth discussion in this video Focus modes, part of Learning the Nikon D600 and D610.
- Your camera's autofocus is pretty amazing.…Modern cameras can work with very low light,…and can often recognize your subject automatically.…Most of the time,…you'll want to rely on autofocus when shooting.…The autofocus mechanism can really work…in two different ways.…The first method is what you've already learned.…Simply press the shutter button half way,…and let the camera autofocus.…Once it's locked focus,…it'll then beep,…and the focus indicator will light up.…This means you're ready to shoot.…However, your camera can also continue…to track a moving subject for you.…
You learned about these focused points earlier.…To influence these,…you'll need to track the subject.…Your camera offers three different autofocus modes.…First, make sure that the autofocus switch is on.…Then, press the autofocus button…and turn the main command dial.…The display and view finder will update…to show you the autofocus mode you've selected.…AF-S or Single Servo Autofocus…works best for stationary subjects.…The focus locks when the shutter release button…
Author
Richard Harrington
Released
10/31/2014Want to get up and running even faster? Check out the "Quick Start" chapter to learn how to use your D600 or D610 straight out of the box.
- Powering up and shooting with the scene modes
- Reviewing the lens controls
- Changing image format and size
- Adjusting ISO and exposure compensations
- Using Flexible Program mode
- Shooting in continuous low-speed, high-speed, and quiet-shutter-release modes
- Switching between metering modes
- Shooting with flash
- Shooting video
Skill Level Beginner
Duration
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Introduction
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Welcome1m 47s
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1. Quick Start
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Getting ready to shoot6m 4s
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Powering up3m 30s
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Shooting using scene modes2m 36s
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2. A Closer Look
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Touring the viewfinder4m 38s
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The monitor screen4m 25s
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Autofocus basics2m 1s
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Lens controls1m 35s
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Image review and playback4m 20s
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3. Shooting in Programmed Auto Mode
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Changing ISO1m 32s
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Using Flexible Program mode1m 30s
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4. Exploring Autofocus
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Focus modes2m 10s
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Focusing manually1m 51s
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5. Understanding Shutter-Release Modes
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Using the self-timer2m 33s
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Mirror-up mode1m 33s
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6. Understanding Exposure Controls
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Exposure lock2m 36s
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Shutter-Priority Auto mode1m 41s
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Manual mode4m 1s
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Exposure bracketing2m 35s
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White balance3m 11s
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7. Beyond the Basics
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More playback options2m 59s
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Shooting with flash3m 42s
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Using Picture Controls2m 34s
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Using Live view4m 15s
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Shooting video4m 59s
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Playing back video1m 18s
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Time-lapse recording3m 46s
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Conclusion
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Goodbye53s
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