Photographer's Guide to Focus and Autofocus, A: From Snapshots to Great Shots

Autofocus changed how we take photos, making it easier to get and keep the subject in sharp focus. Since Autofocus was first introduced, it has become much more complicated, offering different focus modes, focus types, and focus points. What started out as a why to simplify the photo making process has turned into a complicated endeavor with numerous choices and settings.

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