Nikon F100 Instruction Manual - Page 44

WWW.LENSINC.NET Combinations of AF Functions The following focusing operations can be executed with combinations of the focus mode and AF Area mode. See also the autofocus modes on page 39. Focus mode AF Area mode Focusing operation Suitable shooting situation I Single Servo Single Area AF Focus is obtained only at the selected AF focus area and focus is locked once General shooting such as a stationary subject. focus is achieved. II Single Servo AF Dynamic AF Mode with Dynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject Snapshot where you let the Priority maintains focus on the subject camera's autofocus operation Closest located closest to any of five focus determine the focusing. Subject Priority areas and focus is locked once focus is achieved. If the subject moves from the selected focus area before focus lock, camera automatically focuses on the subject determining the data from the other focus areas. III Single Servo AF Dynamic AF Focus is obtained only at the selected focus area and focus is locked once it is achieved (· 9). If the subject moves from the selected focus area before focus lock, camera automatically focuses on the subject determining the data from the other focus areas. General shooting including a moving subject where you want to expand the range of a regular snapshot. IV Continuous Servo AF Single Area AF Focus is obtained only at the selected focus area and focus is not locked. Subject moving straight toward or away from the camera such as a racing car or track athlete to follow a subject with one focus area. V Continuous Servo AF Dynamic AF If the subject moves from the selected focus area, camera automatically focuses on the subject utilizing the Focus Tracking and determining the data from the other focus areas. Irregularly moving subject such as a player in a football game where subject is difficult to follow in one focus area. VI Continuous Servo AF Dynamic AF Dynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject Snapshot of a moving subject Mode with Priority maintains focus on the subject where you let the camera's Closest located closest to any of five focus autofocus operation determine Subject Priority areas. If the subject moves from the the focusing. selected focus area, camera automatically focuses on the subject utilizing the Focus Tracking and determining the data from the other focus areas (· 10). 86 MISCELLANEOUS The Nikon F100 is a high-performance, precision instrument, designed to deliver superior pictures. You'll want to take good care of your camera to ensure the best possible performance. Take time to review this section thoroughly, as doing so will add to your picture-taking pleasure. We've also included information about optional accessories and a detailed section with technical specifications. Please read these areas carefully. 87