Nikon D5100 Mode D'Emploi
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Focus Point Selection
In manual focus mode or when autofocus is combined with AF-area modes other
than
than
e (Auto-area AF), you can choose from 11 focus points, making it possible to
compose photographs with the main subject almost anywhere in the frame.
1
Choose an AF-area mode other than
e
(Auto-area AF;
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.
2
Select the focus point.
Use the multi selector to select the focus point in
the viewfinder or information display while the
exposure meters are on. Press
the viewfinder or information display while the
exposure meters are on. Press
J to select the
center focus point.
A
AF-Area Mode
AF-area mode selections made in shooting modes other than P, S, A, or M are reset when
another shooting mode is selected.
another shooting mode is selected.
A
3D-tracking (11 Points)
When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the colors in the area surrounding the
focus point are stored in the camera. Consequently 3D-tracking may not produce the
desired results with subjects that are the same color as the background.
focus point are stored in the camera. Consequently 3D-tracking may not produce the
desired results with subjects that are the same color as the background.
A
See Also
For information on the AF-area modes available in live view, see page 101.
Focus point