Autofocus Settings Tutorial.

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  • Опубліковано 8 лип 2024
  • Autofocus Settings For Wildlife Photography. Sabine explains how the autofocus modes work and the autofocus settings which she uses the most. She also discusses how to select the focal points selection as well as how to change the autofocus tracking sensitivity. Although she is using a Canon camera, the settings for Nikon and Sony (as well as all the major brands) are included in her video.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 504

  • @PangolinWildlife
    @PangolinWildlife  3 роки тому +15

    Have you ever been to The Chobe? If not then here is a glimpse of what it's like from a video we made not long again: ua-cam.com/video/EAfzNXojDQo/v-deo.html

    • @malgosiak123
      @malgosiak123 3 роки тому +1

      I have never been to Africa, but hopefully one day I will see all that beauty by myself. Thank you Sabine for a great tutorial, very helpful and easy to follow.

    • @wakeupcaller6648
      @wakeupcaller6648 3 роки тому

      Mäuschen, mein AF ist ständig auf dich gerichtet - klick❤klick❤klick❤
      Hast Du süsse Hände, ey 😊

    • @ahm271990
      @ahm271990 3 роки тому

      What kind of canon is your camera?

    • @anthonybone9601
      @anthonybone9601 3 роки тому

      I visited many times during the 1980s but unfortunately not with a serious camera, such an amazing area for wildlife
      your video explanation's are very helpful you are a truly professional photographer thank you.

    • @joerghummerjohann4854
      @joerghummerjohann4854 3 роки тому

      Can't wait to come back! Just soooo amazing! Thanks for the great explanations, Sabine!

  • @lisarutledge2404
    @lisarutledge2404 2 роки тому +20

    This is the first time I’ve been able to understand information on the Canon focusing systems. I’ve been using my camera in a clunky manor and now I think I’ll be able to manage everything outlined by Sabine. Thank you so much for you clear and concise lesson. S o appreciated!

  • @4-MinuteMiles
    @4-MinuteMiles 5 місяців тому +2

    best explanation of Canon focus I've seen. Thank you!

  • @musaquazi3495
    @musaquazi3495 4 місяці тому +1

    Absolutely blown away by the premium presentation of a difficult topic.

  • @stans6582
    @stans6582 3 роки тому +46

    Sabine.........That was the best explanation and examples I've ever seen.......THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!

    • @sabine-pangolinphotohost9232
      @sabine-pangolinphotohost9232 3 роки тому +2

      Hi Stan. That is great to hear! Thank you for watching and the nice feedback 😀

    • @NikoSavic
      @NikoSavic 3 роки тому +2

      @@sabine-pangolinphotohost9232 Hi Sabine! Any chance you could get your hands on the Sony A7 series or A9 and do this kind of video?

  • @danicataylor2311
    @danicataylor2311 2 роки тому +3

    This woman’s a G! Thank you, best video I’ve seen on focusing modes!

  • @brianbateman6321
    @brianbateman6321 6 місяців тому

    Went there about 10 years ago. Fabulous place. Amazing sunsets. Will go back one day. Did the whole Okavanga Delta.

  • @catherineepommett8526
    @catherineepommett8526 2 роки тому

    Excellent! Fully explained! I've been shooting for years but now have a much better understanding of AF points and setting the menu. Truly, I thank you!!

  • @gerryodonnell4554
    @gerryodonnell4554 2 роки тому

    One of the most professional videos, on any subject, that I've ever watched online.
    Clear and consice. Thank you.

  • @salemfotografy2938
    @salemfotografy2938 3 роки тому +1

    The title is not doing justice...that is the perfect canon focusing system explained...i’ve been looking for such tutorial for a long time and i have no interest in wildlife so i never paid attention..someone in a group sent it to me...thank you sooooo much and if i may suggest please relaunch the same video under a different title to capture and benefit other photographers...it’s super helpful to everyone really!

    • @PangolinWildlife
      @PangolinWildlife  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you for your feedback. Much appreciated. Its a good idea. Might just try that. Thanks.

  • @judithbarat7701
    @judithbarat7701 3 роки тому +2

    She gave the BEST explanation of AF modes. It was clear and concise and easy to follow! Finally I can set up my camera to perform to my needs. Thank you.

    • @PangolinWildlife
      @PangolinWildlife  3 роки тому

      That is great to hear Judith. Glad I could help and happy shooting ;) -Sabine

  • @gprice1903
    @gprice1903 3 роки тому

    Best explanation I have ever heard! Thank you!!!

  • @AlpeshPatel-jh5ti
    @AlpeshPatel-jh5ti 3 роки тому +3

    Absolutely one of the best videos from Pangolin. I thought I had learnt it all 2 years ago when I did 4 sessions with Janine but this was a class. Reinforced a of what I learnt from Janine. Please keep doing these longer videos for us who are enthusiastic.

    • @sabine-pangolinphotohost9232
      @sabine-pangolinphotohost9232 3 роки тому

      Hi Alpesh. Thank you for watching and the great feedback. We are happy that you enjoy our videos and we'll definitely make more!

  • @kurtissutley1485
    @kurtissutley1485 2 роки тому +1

    I've watched a lot of videos on the Canon autofocus system. This is the best one ever. The information is both clear and functional. I have no doubt it will make me a better wildlife photographer.

  • @holgersp
    @holgersp 3 роки тому +5

    This was hands down the best tutorial I've seen about this topic. Very well and clearly explained, concise and straight to the point. Very interesting tips about the menu customizations.
    Thanks for such a great work, I just discovered your channel through this video and I'm going to check the rest of them.

    • @sabinestols6517
      @sabinestols6517 3 роки тому +1

      Thank you very much Angel! We hope you find more useful tips on our channel. New vids coming every week ;)

  • @andyMSH700
    @andyMSH700 28 днів тому

    wow...if you ever wanted to see the differences between men and woman just look at this video....a man’s ego prevents him from thinking he needs to learn detail as he feels he already knows it. Thank you for such great detail delivered with such humility and intelligence...

  • @clarkconway8796
    @clarkconway8796 3 роки тому

    I am a Canon shooter, and this video was VERY HELPFUL to me in understanding how to set my focus points!

  • @boatman222345
    @boatman222345 3 місяці тому

    Another excellent tutorial on today's incredibly capable but somewhat complex and confusing auto focus systems. For years I ran custom boat tours for nature and wildlife photographers and I lost count of how many times I discovered that they had literally no understanding of how their camera's autofocus systems worked. It may be time consuming and at times frustrating to fully understand the many focusing options available in your camera but it is essential that you do so as these features will if set incorrectly totally destroy image quality. Watch this video 4 times then read your camera's manual 4 more. Then experiment and find the settings that work best for you!

  • @johnhitchon8043
    @johnhitchon8043 3 роки тому

    Hi Sabine. I’m so glad I came across Pangolin Wildlife Photography everyone of your team explains everything so clearly. I have learnt so much from your channel. Thank you so much.

  • @srinivasmurthy2930
    @srinivasmurthy2930 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you Sabina for making autofocusing so easy

  • @anitakerry3032
    @anitakerry3032 3 роки тому +2

    This has to be the Best ever explanation i have ever seen .So a big THANK YOU

    • @sabinestols6517
      @sabinestols6517 3 роки тому

      Thank you Anita! We appreciate your great feedback ;)

  • @timasbell108
    @timasbell108 3 роки тому +3

    I’ve struggled with these features for a long time. Experimented with all different settings but have never felt that I was very consistent and never really understood the differences. This was an amazing explanation and really feel like this will help take my action & wildlife photography to the next level. Thank you for this video, it was very helpful!

  • @snowbetty76
    @snowbetty76 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you SO MUCH Sabine! I have a 5d Mark IV that I recently bought to use for bird photography and this is by far the most understandable and useful tutorial I've seen. Thank you thank you thank you! Hope to see you in Botswana some day! Hello from Portland, Oregon, USA.

  • @dayalanpadayachy
    @dayalanpadayachy 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Sabine,
    Thanks for your very clear, precise explanations. It makes the sometimes confusing topic easier to grasp.

  • @paulcrosland6693
    @paulcrosland6693 3 роки тому

    Sabine.............your explanations of everything are phenomenal ..........one of the best photography teachers around

  • @timothylinn
    @timothylinn 3 роки тому +1

    This is really excellent, Sabine. It answered a long-standing question I’ve had about one of the AF menu options as well giving me a good refresher of the overall AF system.

    • @PangolinWildlife
      @PangolinWildlife  3 роки тому

      I am very happy to hear that, happy shooting and thanks for taking a moment to comment ;) -Sabine

  • @markgoston4419
    @markgoston4419 3 роки тому

    Sabine....as others have said, hands down the best presentation on this subject I have seen. Thanks and well done :)

  • @TealeBritstra
    @TealeBritstra 2 роки тому

    I just upgraded to a Canon 90D, and I found the section on adding autofocus options to a custom menu really useful. Thanks :-)

  • @TomatenDK
    @TomatenDK 2 місяці тому

    Im 6:30 minutes in and Im blown away how well you explain these things. Im often very confused about focus modes and always ask about those setting when I see ppl posting amazing photos. I have the Sony a7IV and 200-600mm btw. Im kinda "advanced beginner" I would say.
    Ive seen sooooo many videos about this and they are all too technical for us beginners.
    But this video is freaking amazing. Thank you so much for your time 👌

  • @cpeterson1813
    @cpeterson1813 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much you’re the best Sabine!!!! I was trying to figure out why my AF Focus Assist Beam wasn’t working. The whole time I didn’t know how to get to the different AF modes on the 5D mark iii until your video demonstration ☺️. I appreciate it.

    • @PangolinWildlife
      @PangolinWildlife  3 роки тому

      Awesome! Glad to hear I could help, enjoy being out there and photographing ;) -Sabine

  • @raysrcsandtech
    @raysrcsandtech 2 роки тому

    Best video I have seen explains this... I have a 5D2 so I don't have all the options, but this has shown me I should get the 5D4, its been on my list for some time. I don't want mirrorless yet, I feel the the 5D4 is proven solid hardware. It just works.

  • @edwinho4897
    @edwinho4897 Рік тому

    Simple to understand, and better instructions offered by Canon. Excellent examples used.

  • @andresalgadomarques
    @andresalgadomarques 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for this video, it's super didactic and well explained, with great examples to better understand each choice. Perfect! 😘

  • @vizumov
    @vizumov 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you Sabine for a great tutorial, very helpful and easy to follow.

  • @newlyrossetti4803
    @newlyrossetti4803 Рік тому

    Hi Sabine. Really an extensive, clear and straightforward explanation of how to setup the Canon AF system. Really impressed. Many thanks.

  • @bonniesantucci1775
    @bonniesantucci1775 3 роки тому

    Thank you! Best explanation ever! You go into the detail that I need.

  • @MarcBirks
    @MarcBirks 4 місяці тому

    great tutorial, i don't shoot wildlife at all but weddings. After moving 5 years ago from 5diii and 1dxii to canon mirrorless, ive just made the leap back grabbing myself a couple of 5div, this has helped me no end set back up for tracking, only 5 years but crazy how i have the Sony menus and operation programmed into the brain. thanks again.

  • @lindabeck2965
    @lindabeck2965 3 роки тому +1

    These tutorials from Pangolin are as good as it gets. Very well explained and with practical real life examples of the topic. First Class!!

    • @PangolinWildlife
      @PangolinWildlife  3 роки тому

      So great to hear that, thank you for taking a moment to give your feedback ;) -Sabine

  • @photoroll
    @photoroll Рік тому

    I wish I had found your videos a long time ago! Would've saved me a lot of time and frustration! All of Pangolins tutorials are extremely helpful!

  • @JoseLopez-hb5gg
    @JoseLopez-hb5gg Рік тому

    This was so practical, the best and most simplified of all I have followed. Thank you

  • @Usernamenotknown
    @Usernamenotknown 3 роки тому

    Brilliant. The very best tutorial for these settings that I have seen. Thank you

  • @umajps
    @umajps Рік тому +2

    Fantastic Video tutorial. Crystal clear and you have given so much useful information especially the customary settings etc. The ease of manner of getting the information across is both simple and elegant and easy to understand. You’re are an excellent teacher. I will try to reset my camera with your information and I am sure it will be better for it. Thanks a ton. JP,Chennai, India.

  • @jenniebasel9908
    @jenniebasel9908 Рік тому +3

    Wow I absolutely loved your video. I have learned a lot because you did a wonderful job explaining all the key points. Thank you so much! I will look forward to more tutorials from you.

  • @santhiyag1650
    @santhiyag1650 2 роки тому +1

    Sabine, Thanks. Excellent presentation.

  • @debbieharry-clarke2918
    @debbieharry-clarke2918 2 роки тому

    Have to be one of the best instruction videos I have watched. Thank you.

  • @madmechanic7641
    @madmechanic7641 9 місяців тому

    Best explanation of Canon focus systems EVER.. Thankyou Sabine : )

  • @dendimarco4895
    @dendimarco4895 3 роки тому +28

    Sabine, I see that many have already commented on your excellent training video and I wholeheartedly agree!
    I'm a technical trainer myself and have to say you have presented these focusing topics better than anyone I've seen. Your teaching technique promotes ease of learning through "best" order of topics, from simple to complex, presenting the problem to be addressed by each setting, easy-to-understand, unhurried "translations" of the technical terms, presenting live views of the results of the settings to reinforce the concept, explaining the pros and cons of each setting and including your personal choice along with the reasons.
    I've seen several Pangolin tutorials and they all are well designed and well presented. The Pangolin staff have apparently been well-trained in delivering educational presentations. Can you tell me anything about that training?
    Thank you for such a wonderful, educational experience! I look forward to all the Pangolin tutorials. Once the pandemic is under control, I will consider a trip to Africa to join one of your photographic safari's.

    • @sabine-pangolinphotohost9232
      @sabine-pangolinphotohost9232 3 роки тому +9

      Hi Den. Thank you very much for the great feedback, very encouraging! We haven't received any formal training in making these tutorials but we do teach photography on our safaris and I guess that is our learning path. During Covid my colleagues and I took time to learn video editing software with the help of youtube and now we improve as we go along :)

    • @andrewgrainger1717
      @andrewgrainger1717 Рік тому +1

      @@sabine-pangolinphotohost9232 May I ask which software you use for editing video?

  • @bala1000mina
    @bala1000mina Рік тому

    Thank you so much Sabine for the very informative and comprehensive video! God bless you!

  • @TheGermymom
    @TheGermymom 3 роки тому +1

    I cannot thank you enough. Best teaching ever!

  • @lllucky13
    @lllucky13 3 роки тому

    Sabine and danielle from pangolin explain things really well and go into each setting so a newbie can understand what the settings do.. very good informative video

  • @jeanval9041
    @jeanval9041 2 роки тому

    By far the best ever Auto Setting tutorial I have seen 👍😘🙏

  • @hillarywamono9591
    @hillarywamono9591 3 роки тому

    This is the best AF setting tutorial i have ever seen thank you soo much.

  • @cherylcranfield
    @cherylcranfield 3 роки тому +1

    I am going to sit and play with my settings and see what I prefer. Thank you Sabine. I learn every day.

  • @colinjennings7701
    @colinjennings7701 3 роки тому +1

    Great help, thank you very much, Sabine.

  • @sukhvirb7684
    @sukhvirb7684 3 роки тому +2

    Beautifully explained auto focus...thanks

  • @krishnar3493
    @krishnar3493 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent Video, Sabine

  • @kenwilliams3208
    @kenwilliams3208 Рік тому

    You are superb in your style and explanations Sabine....!

  • @CCravenMD
    @CCravenMD 3 роки тому +1

    Top explained. ... ohne (unnötigen) Schnickschnack erklärt. Sehr erfrischend und bei weitem informativer als bei so manch anderem UA-cam- Kanal von selbsternannten Profifotografen.

  • @leahlambertphotography
    @leahlambertphotography 2 роки тому

    Thank you Sabine. I love your videos and have learned so much from you. My bucket list for 2024 is going on a Pangolin Safari. 🙂

  • @beatfarmerfan
    @beatfarmerfan 3 роки тому +3

    I have a 5D m4, and I learned a lot from this video.
    You have the best informative videos out there. Thank You!

  • @thehun66
    @thehun66 Рік тому

    Thank you!The best explanation ever…

  • @travishenry6764
    @travishenry6764 2 роки тому

    Excellent overview, I wish I had found this sooner. Now I’m confident that I can better photograph my swallows as they fly nearby. The “sticky” focus point is key.

  • @LarryMarvin
    @LarryMarvin 3 місяці тому

    This is fantastic video on explaining modern autofocus. It's very appreciated. Thank you.

  • @rhodesia1578
    @rhodesia1578 3 роки тому +2

    One focus setting lots of people don’t know about is “ use back focus button .. “ best to use when photographing wildlife . You can set the focus button separate from the shutter button thus saving time and having to refocus if you change your composition . Once you press your back focus button for focus on your subject it will stay locked on while you recompose keeping your subject still in focus . Once you set your camera up using back focus I assure you that you never regret this method ! But this tutorial you guys have done is excellent so well done you all from Pangolin 👏👏👏👍👌🏻

    • @sabine-pangolinphotohost9232
      @sabine-pangolinphotohost9232 3 роки тому

      Thank you very much Ross. We appreciate your input. We all use back button focus as well and have a seperate video on that :) ua-cam.com/video/lAl_qwqeYbk/v-deo.html

  • @mmanmath
    @mmanmath Рік тому

    Brilliantly explained

  • @goggiaca
    @goggiaca 3 роки тому

    Thank you for the time you took to edit in examples - and the pace. I will watch this more than once and have subscribed.

  • @johnnyc613
    @johnnyc613 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the in depth details !! Very well spoken and knowledgeable 😀👍🏻

  • @saidherrera4364
    @saidherrera4364 3 роки тому +1

    Súper clara explicación, excelente video. Gracias

  • @abhijeets4266
    @abhijeets4266 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Sabine... I am a beginner Photographer and I was Struggling since long in Focusing Areas and Modes...and used to be confused about where and in which situations to use them... U have Cleared it in Just a Single Video... Thanks a Ton...Keep Sharing such great informations... Thanks Once again... From India with Love and Gratitude... 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

    • @PangolinWildlife
      @PangolinWildlife  2 роки тому

      Hello to India and I am happy to hear I could solve your "focus dilemma" :)))) Keep well

  • @laframe1016
    @laframe1016 Рік тому

    Savine thank you for explaining 🙏
    Best video ever

  • @PhotosByOsagie
    @PhotosByOsagie Рік тому

    This was really informative and educative. Great work. Thank you!

  • @noselfcontrol
    @noselfcontrol Рік тому

    That was an excellent explanation. Thanks very much!

  • @peterevans3247
    @peterevans3247 11 місяців тому

    G'day Sabine. Well I have just finished watching this vid and I have to say that in my opinion I consider it excellent and right on target. Because I have had a little trouble with sharpness in my sport images I have spent the afternoon going through quite a few videos on using Autofocus for sport, action and wildlife. For me, apart from the fact that your a lot easier on the eye than the blokes I have been watching, yours was the best, the points you raised were both just what I needed and straight to the point without a lot of waffle. I haven't been to The Chobe but I have been to The Etosha in Namibia but that was during 1998/90 when I served with the Australian Army on a UN Mission so I really didn't have the time to enjoy it to the fullest. Loved the country and always wanted to go back. PS: Love you accent !! 😀

  • @barend4285
    @barend4285 2 роки тому

    Im learning so much from these videos!
    Thanks so much for making them 😃
    From a aspiring wildlife photographer😄

  • @nielgoslett9532
    @nielgoslett9532 2 роки тому +1

    Great presentation. Would love to return to Chobe soon to experience the unique environment again. I need to understand why the AF settings, especially the Cases and its different settings is important and needs to be set. Very few of us use Zone AF or auto AF, and it is only in these selections where the AF settings take effect. I use a 7DII and a 5DIII with various L-lenses and would appreciate info to to be proven wrong. It would open a new capability for me. To date I had to practice and apply the following technique by hand controlling the camera.

  • @ibraelo6964
    @ibraelo6964 Рік тому

    Very well explained. Thank you👏

  • @robertmarkusneiger6810
    @robertmarkusneiger6810 Рік тому

    just great, very very clean explanation, thank you so much

  • @insightvideo6136
    @insightvideo6136 4 місяці тому

    Fantastic video. Thank you!

  • @stevemossmakes2306
    @stevemossmakes2306 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant. This channel is quickly becoming my go-to for all things wildlife photography related. None of the info is new per se, but it's so well presented as to be perfect. Thanks for sharing. I shoot Canon 5d mk IV so it's timely. My wife shoots Nikon and I'd invite her to view the same if it was Nikon based as well.

    • @sabine-pangolinphotohost9232
      @sabine-pangolinphotohost9232 3 роки тому

      Hi Steve. Thank you for watching and your great feedback! We will have a Nikon one coming soon so stay tuned 😉

  • @andersonboy620
    @andersonboy620 Рік тому

    Such a great video, thanks so much for all the autofocus tips!

  • @Digital_Photog1995
    @Digital_Photog1995 Рік тому

    Thank you!

  • @exiledpalestinian802
    @exiledpalestinian802 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you very much

  • @kalkidanmihretu8127
    @kalkidanmihretu8127 7 днів тому

    Thank you so much ,God bless you

  • @umarq8
    @umarq8 3 роки тому +1

    very well explained, blessings Sabine

  • @StephenBridgett
    @StephenBridgett 3 місяці тому

    Thank you, it is not often I learn something new about my gear. That was really clear and helpful and enjoyable.

  • @laika25
    @laika25 2 роки тому

    Excellent explanation. Thanks

  • @wendyhaymans9991
    @wendyhaymans9991 2 роки тому +1

    Very helpful information and easy to understand!

  • @ivanmalillin8511
    @ivanmalillin8511 2 місяці тому

    thanks Sabine!!

  • @anthonyfolan1379
    @anthonyfolan1379 3 роки тому

    Terrific tutorial, excellent tips and recommendations. Well done!

  • @GalacticoUC
    @GalacticoUC 3 роки тому

    Jesus, this channel is soooo good, i've learned a lot, amazing discovery, thanks guys for all

  • @ronstar7027
    @ronstar7027 Рік тому

    Thank you for this great information. Really well done, and more clear than any other I have seen. Love you.

  • @ShunchaoWang
    @ShunchaoWang Рік тому

    Thanks for the wonderful tutorial, this is super helpful for a beginner to shoot kids in sports!

  • @ProfMary
    @ProfMary 3 роки тому +2

    This was so helpful and in depth with the settings for AF. I happen to have the same camera you used so it really helped me with finding the settings. Thank you for doing this video!

  • @5snupy
    @5snupy Рік тому

    Very clear topic, thanks a lot.👏

  • @frednorman1
    @frednorman1 2 роки тому

    Great tutorial! The best I’ve seen, thank you!

  • @jeremiahyoung5931
    @jeremiahyoung5931 2 роки тому

    Wow I really appreciate this. Thank you so Much!

  • @shrirao8350
    @shrirao8350 3 роки тому

    One of the best tutorials

    • @PangolinWildlife
      @PangolinWildlife  3 роки тому

      Thank you very much, we appreciate the great feedback ;) -Sabine

  • @andresalgadomarques
    @andresalgadomarques 3 роки тому +1

    Your videos are always perfect, you explain everything so, so well, it’s a pleasure :) thank you!!!

  • @izakgreyling8872
    @izakgreyling8872 3 роки тому +1

    Love the video Sabine, very helpful with 7dii.

  • @ravichander479
    @ravichander479 3 роки тому

    thanks Sabine , excellent video on AF