AF Point

[charlie]

Mike, or Gene, for that matter, could you explain the AF points and the advantages/disadvantages to using the different types of AF points. TIA

I am using the Canon 40D camera.

[Poseidon]

Hey Charlie, not really much to it. The center AF is a cross type, meaning it is more sensitive and locks in faster then the others. The AF points are just tools, sometimes you want to use all 9, other times maybe just one. It depends on your composition, and what you are looking to do.

[charlie]

Let's say for example, macro shots. Don't you want the main focus to be on the particular coral you are shooting?

[Poseidon]

Well yes, but usually for macro I use manual focus, especially with the 100mm lens. With the 24-70 I am not usually that close to where the focus point becomes critical.

Also, maybe your focal point and subject are not dead center in the frame....

[Future]

whoa, whoa whoa...
What is an AF Point? Is that like the automatic face recognition tool?

[Aadil]

This forum was very informative and helpful for me........thanks to of u for sharing such useful knowledge but the thing is i wanna know some more details related to this so, if there's any one who can provide me these infozz then please do send me P.M...
regards