Confused by the 11 different Autofocus Modes on the Nikon Z8? In this field test, I take the Z8 out for wildlife and bird photography to see which modes actually work (and which ones fail).
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I test 3D Tracking, Dynamic Area, and the Wide Area modes to see how they handle obstructions like grass, leaves, and fast-moving subjects.
NIKON Z8 REVIEW SERIES
01 - Real World Review: https://youtu.be/L0L1caDQF0g
02 - 10 Camera Settings You Must Change: https://youtu.be/Fc5f0zB_ruM
03 - Battery Life Test: https://youtu.be/otrePZLI6Gk
04 - Auto-Focus Deep Dive: You Are Here
05 - Custom AF Zones: https://youtu.be/-W_52T5tzUk
06 - Birds in Flight Test: https://youtu.be/bcWXDzWt-_M
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - The Test: 9 out of 11 Modes
0:38 - Dynamic Area Focus (Small, Medium, Large)
2:00 - 3D Focus Mode (The Best?)
3:03 - Wide Area Focus (L, S, C1, C2)
5:00 - Birds in Flight Test (Swallows)
6:25 - Wide Area C1 vs C2 (Vertical vs Horizontal)
7:55 - Auto Area Focus Mode (100% Camera Control)
12:00 - Birds in Flight (Vultures)
12:58 - 4 Tips for Sharp Photos 15:00 - Conclusion
RECOMMENDED SETTINGS:
1. Static Subjects: 3D Tracking
2. Birds in Flight: Wide Area L or Auto Area
3. Busy Backgrounds: Wide Area S (Custom)
