Photo Tip: Achieve More Precise Focus with Back-Button Focus

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Rear view of a mirrorless camera with highlighted "AF-ON" button for assigning back button focus. Helpful technique for precise focusing.

Normally, focus is set by half-pressing the shutter button. With Back-Button Focus, you control it using a separate button on the back of your camera.

  • The focus stays locked on the subject, even if you release the shutter.
  • Ideal for fast-moving subjects like birds in flight.
  • Prevents the camera from refocusing every time you press the shutter.

Tip: Enable this feature in your camera settings and practice with moving subjects. A key advantage: You can assign two different focus areas to separate buttons—such as a wide field and a spot focus—allowing quick adjustments without navigating through menus.

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mein Name ist Markus und seit 2014 widme ich mich der Video- & Fotografie von Naturmotiven. Diese Leidenschaft begann während meiner zahlreichen Reisen durch Japan - von Hokkaido im Norden bis hinunter nach Okinawa im Süden. Diese Erfahrungen haben mich wieder stärker mit der Natur verbunden und auch die WildeNatur vor meiner eigenen Haustür entdecken lassen.

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Hello everyone,
My name is Markus, and I've been passionate about video and photography of nature scenes since 2014. This passion started during my many trips across Japan—from the northern reaches of Hokkaido all the way down to Okinawa in the south. These journeys have helped me reconnect with nature and also explore the wild beauty right outside my own front door.

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