Nikon AF Modes

Confused by Nikon AF modes? Not sure if you should use single point, dynamic, or group AF? Not sure how to setup your custom functions menu to get the most from it for your style of shooting? Then check out this video and I'll explain all the critical information you need to know for Nikon's AF system - and how I personally use them in my wildlife action photography.

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[BobcatBart]

Wow - just learned more in 12 minutes than in 4 years playing with my D810.

[jasonblevins]

WOW! Probably one of the best instructional videos I have ever seen. Clear, concise, great graphics and examples. You have a true talent / skill for this. Thank you so much!

[djcsr]

I watch lots of photography channels on YouTube but this one always seems to have the most USEFUL content with the least amount of fluff. Always impressive, Steve.

[AnaMateifilm]

i just got a new 70-200mm lens and camera. i was totally lost and you helped me learn my new system within 15 minutes. thank you!

[camster]

Steve, thank you so much for this video! I've recently switched from Canon to Nikon, and I've had lots of trouble finding thorough explanations of Nikon's different autofocus modes and how they operate. Despite this video being 2.5 years old, the content is almost entirely relevant to the new D850 that I just acquired. I appreciate you going into such detail. Thanks again!

[vsnrao]

This is one of the best videos on Nikon AF modes that confuses even well initiated Nikon guys. AF is one of the great strengths of Nikon cameras and without a proper understanding of all the modes, we will be wasting the investment we made on our cameras.
Great job Steve in explaining this in a very simple, concise and effective manner. I was already on AF-ON focus mode but now switched to AF-C mode to complement. Thanks a lot again!

[AllanWallsPhotography]

Fantastic video Steve. I re-watch it every year or so to refresh my memory on all the Nikon AF features that I don't use on a regular basis. Great work.

[hersh]

Someone give this man a raise!! This was a great video! Definitely helped me understand some things I myself had a different understanding of, such as d9 and d21 Focusing. And your illustrations and visual examples make the video even better!

[renatopba]

Best video about focus I've seen so far.

[youseftomar]

Thank you, Steve! You basically distilled everything that has been written in many books in a 12-minute video!

[minimmogmail]

Out of all the Nikon info out here I have to say you're the best. I really enjoy your no nonsense straight to the point yet easy to understand ways. Thank you!

[JacquelineDeelyPhotography]

Steve is one of the BEST photography teachers out there and if you are a Nikon user, his tutorials AND books are invaluable!

[adibee]

Hands down Steve! This content was so great, I took copious notes for my D7000 field book! I just got my d7000 last Friday and it is such an awesome piece of gear, I am so happy to learn about each of these features/functions!

Thank you for providing TOP SHELF-Quality knowledge, as well as your real life scenarios for ENVIRONMENT/SCENARIO usage.

This lesson was super fantastic!!!

[mundorff]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. Incredibly helpful - was having trouble with the AF-Area mode settings - but it is crystal clear now! Off to find the e-book.

[joshnlevinson]

Thanks for this, Steve. Excellent work. By far the best explanation I've seen of what the different focus modes represent.

[PeterMarshall]

I've been trying to learn about the Nikon AF system for a short while now. I must have watched 10 or more videos on this and your explanation has been by far the best so far! Your teaching style and use of examples are perfect! Thank you so much, this video has helped amazingly. Wildlife photography is not general my cup f tea, but your pictures are amazing! Keep up the good work, I have now subscribed!

[brucegraner]

A succinct explanation of the various Nikon AF modes. Thanks for taking the time. There's a lot of confusion between dynamic and group modes and you cleared that up nicely.

[LesAventuresDeTigRRe]

I was so frustrated with my D7500, I thought it was a faulty one. I just then configured the AF to be more like what I was used to on my old D90 and now I'm very happy, thanks to you!

[jamzi]

Having just went from a Canon t5i to a Nikon D800 (my first full frame!) I found this video incredibly helpful. Keep up the good work :)

[audrybella]

Another exceptionally well done video Steve. Your ability to provide concise and easily understood content in short order (I always appreciate how well you “get to the point”) is nothing short of amazing!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge, expertise and experience with us amateur enthusiasts.