Nikon D500 Getting Started Guide

Recommended AF Settings by Event

Marathons (from a Vehicle)

Choosing 25-point dynamic-area

AF or single-point AF makes it easy

to keep subjects in focus as they

change position in the pack, but you

could instead choose auto-area AF

if you find it hard to keep your subject in the focus point

when shooting from a moving vehicle. If your lens sup-

ports vibration reduction, choose SPORT (if available) or

ACTIVE to reduce camera blur. SPORT also stabilizes the

image in the viewfinder.

• Autofocus mode: AF-C

• AF-area mode: 25-point dynamic-area or single-point AF

• Custom Settings

‣‣a1 AF-C priority selection: Release

‣‣a3 Focus tracking with lock-on

> Blocked shot AF response: 3

Subject motion: Normal

Shot Put, Discus, Javelin, and Hammer Throw

Choose group-area AF for more reliable

focus when photographing these events