7DII Autofocus Settings
Sep 16, 2015 07:27:52 #
In the AF section of the 7DII's menu screen 1 is the AF Configuration Tool. It allows the selection of six "Cases", starting with a multipurpose one. These determine how the AF will respond to changing conditions. For example, when shooting some of the critters that visit my property I often use Case 2, with the Detail settings at -1, 1, & 1. Seems to work pretty well for me under my conditions. Just curious as to what other 7DII owners have found to be a good combination for other circumstances, such as BIF or sporting events.
Sep 16, 2015 08:11:02 #
I haven't had the opportunity to try out the different cases very much but I am going to follow this thread. I'm very interested in what other have to say.
I did use case 1 and my Tamron 150-600 to capture some hummingbirds.
The AF grabbed focus almost instantly and as long as I could keep the little critters in my viewfinder the AF kept them in sharp focus. Considering how "twitchy" these little creatures are it is amazing how flawlessly the AF performed!!
I did use case 1 and my Tamron 150-600 to capture some hummingbirds.
The AF grabbed focus almost instantly and as long as I could keep the little critters in my viewfinder the AF kept them in sharp focus. Considering how "twitchy" these little creatures are it is amazing how flawlessly the AF performed!!
Sep 16, 2015 10:07:44 #
I use Case 4 for Football with no adjustments. Case one for general purpose use.
Sep 16, 2015 15:03:52 #
What is the best instruction book that you know that explains the AF Cases?? I do not have the Mark II yet - but I'm hoping soon.
Sep 16, 2015 15:16:07 #
TommiRulz wrote:
What is the best instruction book that you know that explains the AF Cases?? I do not have the Mark II yet - but I'm hoping soon.
Take a look at this
http://learn.usa.canon.com/resources/articles/2014/eos7dmk2_afGuidebook.shtml
Sep 16, 2015 16:22:54 #
Psergel wrote:
Awesome!! THANKS
Sep 17, 2015 06:34:22 #
Psergel wrote:
Thanks for the link!
Sep 17, 2015 07:20:03 #
Anyone else have a problem with the download being password protected? Anyone know the password?
Sep 17, 2015 07:59:31 #
Peter from NH wrote:
Anyone else have a problem with the download being password protected? Anyone know the password?
Yep. The screen goes to a blank PDF which I am unable to scroll down on. Rats I really would like to have this.
Sep 17, 2015 08:14:36 #
Dave R. wrote:
Yep. The screen goes to a blank PDF which I am unable to scroll down on. Rats I really would like to have this.
Use Adobe Acrobat reader. If you try to use "preview" or the windows equivalent you'll get the password thingy.
Sep 17, 2015 08:15:19 #
Psergel wrote:
Use Adobe Acrobat reader. If you try to use "preview" or the windows equivalent you'll get the password thingy.
Same thing will happen on an iPad unless you open it via acrobat
Sep 17, 2015 08:16:31 #
Psergel wrote:
Same thing will happen on an iPad unless you open it via acrobat
As you might suppose....I leaned this the hard way.
Sorry I forgot to mention it up front.
Sep 17, 2015 08:32:04 #
I use case 2 all the time, it works best for me shooting equine and high school sports.
Sep 17, 2015 08:53:44 #
Psergel wrote:
Success. Thank you. Its funny, I couldn't open it Acrobat Pro, just in Acrobat Reader. Very weird.As you might suppose....I leaned this the hard way.
Sorry I forgot to mention it up front.
Sorry I forgot to mention it up front.
Sep 17, 2015 08:57:39 #
Peter from NH wrote:
Success. Thank you. Its funny, I couldn't open it Acrobat Pro, just in Acrobat Reader. Very weird.
Yeah.....I was cursing Canon for password protecting a public document.......and a PDF file of all things.
It is definitely weird.
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