Secrets to the nikon autofocus system by steve perry goodreads. Aug 08, 2017 if youve had problems with auto af fine tune before, youll discover the method in the video will work far better and give you much better results. In this fun, factfilled 290 page book, well examine the the critical information every wildlife photographer needs to know. Even my ageing nikon n90s could keep up just fine with most everything ive thrown at it. It seems pretty comprehensive and it has me curious.
Steve perrys secrets to the nikon autofocus system is available in nikon cameras. Please wash your hands and practise social distancing. The new capture one for nikon will bring all the power of capture one to dedicated nikon users at a reduced price point, including tailored profiles for. Hi steve, i wanted to let you know that your new nikon af book is the best. Right now, steve is offering this ebook at an introductory.
I recently stumbled upon an amazing ebook, secrets to the nikon autofocus system by steve perry. I am am an amateur nikon guy since 1972, my first digital was the d300s, nowadays i use a d500 and d750. Steve perrys secrets to the nikon autofocus system is available in. Secrets to the nikon autofocus system in reply to gregwcil apr 5, 2017 2 yes, you get like 25 download opportunities. In fact, some photographers arent completely aware of everything the af system in their dslr can do. Aug 27, 2017 in this book, which covers all current nikon dslr models including the d5 and d500, hagen fully explains how nikon autofocus works, including detailed discussions of all the autofocus modules, drive systems, and camera buttons and menus. Currently, this only applies to the nikon d850, d7500, d500, and d5, but im sure as other cameras are added they will also include this feature i. Well, in this video, well go over eight common af problems and their solutions. This video shows that nikon d850 autofocus tracking is as bad.
Steve perry article on the new d7500 page 4 nikon news. Backcountry gallery web store backcountry gallery web store. Mastering focus for sharp images every time pdf book mediafile free file sharing stay safe and healthy. In this video, steve perry explains some of the tricks that he uses to shoot action photos. I bought your nikon autofocus book as soon as you had completed adding the d850 information. Its a very good guide to the latest in the nikon af system. This book is designed to not only show you how to set up back button. Apr 03, 2017 i just got an email from steve perry for his new e book on the nikon af system. Bought the book literally minutes after i received the mail from steve. Check out our brand new book titled the nikon autofocus system, mastering focus for sharp images every time. Contacted a company for printing this e book and bind it with a softcover apr 04, 2017 at 05. Steve perrys secrets to the nikon autofocus system is.
So, have you ever had a problem with getting proper focus and just couldnt put your finger on the reason. Poway, ca d7200, d200, f100 tokina 1224mm nikon 18200mm tokina 2870mm f2. Secrets to the nikon autofocus system by steve perry. So, there i was, diligently working on a z series version of my af book when i came to the back button af bbaf chapter. Nikon has even introduced entrylevel d40 and d60 bodies that dont have focusing motors and thus must be used with the afs lenses that do contain af motors if one wants autofocusing capability. Check out my e book, secrets to the nikon autofocus system. Steve perry article on the new d7500 i am sure you are amused by the standard reaction to an announcement of being proof of nikon being nuts since every new camera does not tick all the mental boxes of what a new camera ought to be, as i am. Secrets to the nikon autofocus system apr 5, 2017 im sure some on here have bought this new ebook.
Secrets to the nikon auto focus system by steve perry is written in a. When a stationary subject launches into motion, you need to switch to afc. However, my subjects are typically stationary since im more of a landscapecityscape shooter. Forget the learning curve, grab this book today and take your wildlife photography to the next level. All forums nikon pro dx slr d500, d300, d200, d100 talk change forum steve perry s new book. Secrets to the nikon autofocus system started apr 5, 2017 discussions thread. The discussion of changes in dynamic af and group af is excellent and a bit controversial.
Following a description of how autofocus works, he discusses how the system is implemented in various camers and shows how to set the various parameters to maximize the sharpness of acquired images. I purchased it a couple of weeks ago, went through it in 3 days, i could not put it down. This form of autofocus is used only while shooting in live view and movie modes. In short, with shutter release autofocus, afc is for moving subjects, and afs is best for stationary subjects. This beautiful free guide explains everything about how your. This is a relatively slow form of autofocus, but it is extremely accurate since it is done at the pixel level. My main question is if i can put it on more than one computer. Apr 21, 2017 steve perry is a nature photographer who says, as much as i enjoy capturing exciting images, i also love telling the story behind them. Hello everyone, i came across this e book called secrets to the nikon autofocus system by steve perry.
Interested in learning more about autofocus on nikon cameras. Apr 19, 2017 secrets to the nikon autofocus system. Sep 20, 2017 for shooting stills, nikons autofocus system is pretty solid. Nikon back button af guide steve perry 1 backcountry gallery. Autofocus bbaf, but also, and more importantly, to explain why so many photographers.
In this article, i will teach you everything i know about focus modes on modern dslrs. Understanding nikons autofocus, afarea, and release modes. Anpat 2020 spring anpat 2019 fall anpat 2019 spring anpat 2018 fall anpat 2018 spring anpat 2017 fall anpat 2017 spring anpat 2016 fall anpat 2016 spring anpat 2015 fall anpat 2015 spring anpat 2014 anpat 20 anpat 2012 anpat 2011 anpat 2010 anpat 2009 anpat 2008 anpat 2007 anpat 2006 anpat 2005 anpat 2004 anpat 2003 anpat 2002 anpat 2001. I was always fond of the d7000 when it came out, but now we are up to the d7500. It does a very good job of covering all af settings including differences on the d500 and d5 vs. Steve perry is the author of secrets to the nikon autofocus system 4. I found this discussion invaluable in assisting me in using. The emphasis is for wildlife and nature photographers as you would expect from steve. Since autofocus functionality depends on what camera type and model you are using, i obviously cannot go over all available af modes, so i will only go through a couple of examples.
Perry i would like to send my heart felt thanks for your efforts in the. This is a small limitation over the canon system, but it can still be used effectively. Apr 06, 2017 secrets to the nikon autofocus system backcountry gallery format. Nov 16, 2017 the autofocus systems in todays advanced digital cameras are truly wonders of modern engineering, with greater speed and precision than ever before. Solving af problems 8 common autofocus problems and. View topic nikon af modes explained by steve perry. Nikon offers similar functionality, however i believe it only works around the center point. Jan 05, 2019 one question that keeps popping up over and over again from our readers, revolves around the autofocus problems on nikon dslrs. Backcountry gallery wildlife and nature photography by steve perry. Apr 05, 2016 solving af problems 8 common autofocus problems and their solutions steve perry.
In this book, steve covers the different focusing systems in the various models of the nikon cameras from the d3xxx continuing up to the d5. The book also describes the functional morphology and physiology of the. I received a tip that capture one is rumored to release a new dedicated version for nikon users similar to what they have done for sony and fuji users. May 11, 2015 nikon af modes explained by steve perry by stany buyle mon 11 may 2015 10. Steve perry author of secrets to the nikon autofocus system steve perry is the author of secrets to the nikon autofocus system 4. Just swap the nikon specific commands with those from the system youre using. His new book is detailed in over 460 pages however, if you are not. My preference has always been with the dx sensor as i get. Specifically, these questions are on front focusback focus problems with lenses, the left af focus point issue found on some nikon d800 bodies, use of 2x teleconverters with the new advanced multicam 3500fx on d4. This is the wildlife photography book youve been searching for all your life. Hello steve, i have af fine tune under set up menu on my nikon d300, so would imagine it would be found on the d300s as well. Secrets to the nikon autofocus system apr 5, 2017 im sure some on here have bought this new e book. The 51 point predictive 3d autofocus tracking just blew me away. Steve perry author of secrets to the nikon autofocus system.
I got the first couple of chapters read before my d850 arrived. While youre on his website, if youre a nikon shooter, you owe it to yourself to get his nikon autofocus book. Apr 08, 2016 steve perry from backcountry gallery has released a video on his youtube channel discussing eight common autofocus problems that a user may experience and their solutions the autofocus issues. Though these tips are nikonspecific, you may still be able to use them for other camera makes. Ive been a nikon shooter for a number of years, after switching from canon. Stephani danelle perry has written numerous resident evil tiein novels, as well as an inuniverse alien title. Secrets to the nikon autofocus system ebook message. Wildlife photographer and knowledgeable nikon shooter steve perry has some really useful tips and tricks that will make your life much easier perry has. This book, by mike hagen, is the clearest presentation of how the various nikon autofocus systems work on nikon s entire line of dslrs. Secrets to the nikon autofocus system in reply to pina1971 apr 6, 2017 its over 450 pages or so, it seems like a lot for this subjectis the book worthwhile to definitely have.
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