Custom Setting a4: Focus Tracking with Lock-On

This option controls how autofocus adjusts to sudden large changes in the distance to the sub- ject. Highlight a4 Lock-Onin the second level of the CSM menu ( 169) and press the multi selector to the right. Press the multi selector up or down to highlight an option, then press to the right to make a selection.

Option

Description

On

Camera waits before adjusting focus when distance to subject

changes abruptly. Prevents camera from refocusing when subject

(default)

is briefly obscured by objects passing through frame.

 

 

Camera immediately adjusts focus when distance to subject

Off

changes abruptly. Use when photographing series of subjects at

 

varying distances in quick succession.

Custom Setting a5: AF Activation

This option controls whether both the shutter- release button and the AF-ONbuttons can be used to initiate autofocus or whether autofocus is only initiated when one of the AF-ONbuttons is pressed. Highlight a5 AF activation in the sec- ond level of the CSM menu ( 169) and press the

multi selector to the right. Press the multi selector up or down to highlight an option, then press to the right to make a selection.

OptionDescription

Shutter/AF-ONAutofocus can be performed with AF-ONbuttons or by pressing

(default)

shutter-release button halfway.

AF-ON only Autofocus can only be performed using AF-ONbuttons.

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D2Hs specifications

The Nikon D2Hs, launched in 2005, marked a significant advancement in professional digital photography, particularly in the realm of sports and action photography. This camera is widely recognized for its robust build quality and impressive performance, making it a popular choice among professionals.

At the core of the D2Hs is a 4.1-megapixel DX-format CCD sensor. While the resolution may seem modest by today’s standards, the camera excels in delivering outstanding image quality with high sensitivity and low noise, even at elevated ISO levels. The D2Hs offers ISO settings ranging from 200 to 1600, with the option to expand to 3200, enabling photographers to capture detailed images in challenging lighting conditions.

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