AF MODES

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This function controls how the AF system works. Four modes are available.

Turn the function dial to the AF- mode position (1).

While pressing the function button (2), turn the control dial (3) until the appropriate AF mode is displayed on the data panel. Release the function button to complete the operation.

Automatic AF - the camera automatically switches between single-shot AF and continuous AF.

Continuous AF - for moving subjects. The camera continually focuses.

Single-shot AF - for static subjects. focus lock (p. 23) can be used.

Direct Manual Focus - when focus is locked, the lens can be manually focused. Available with D series lenses only.

The viewfinder focus signal indicates AF status.

Focus locked.

Focus is confirmed (Continuous AF).

Indicator blinks - cannot focus. The shutter is locked. Focusing (Continuous AF). The shutter is locked.

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