Nikon D500 User Manual

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Autofocus
To take pictures using 
autofocus, rotate the focus-
mode selector to AF.
❚❚ Choosing a Focus Mode
The following autofocus modes are available in live view: 
To choose an autofocus mode, press the AF-mode button and 
rotate the main command dial until the desired mode is 
displayed in the monitor.
Mode
Description 
AF-S
Single-servo AF
: For stationary subjects. Focus locks when shutter-
release button is pressed halfway.
AF-F
Full-time-servo AF
: For moving subjects. Camera focuses 
continuously until shutter-release button is pressed. Focus locks 
when shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
AF-mode button
Main command 
dial
Monitor
Focus-mode selector