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NX500 - Disappointed by AF performance

Started Sep 14, 2015 | Discussions thread
Clive99 Senior Member • Posts: 1,384
Re: NX500 - Disappointed by AF performance

Yes, I have the same experience with the smallest focus box when in low light..sometimes I have to back off and go with the 2nd smallest to achieve focus.

I have compared the zone selection vs smallest focus box in an outdoor environment with kids on bikes.  Although the zone is much easier to do, if I pay close attention I do get better results with the smallest single point.  One thing that can help immensely is using a viewfinder of some sort - I use the Clear Viewer when I really need to nail focus.

BTW I too use Aperture priority with minimum shutter speed and auto ISO. It works so well that I find myself using this mode 90% of the time.

For what it's worth, I've spent a while trying to do action shots with both the Nikon 1 S1 and the NX500.  They both have their strengths and weaknesses. The Nikon is much better in low light and does not hunt, but it's focus box is much bigger and frequently focuses on the edge of the box.  I like the pinpoint accuracy of the small focus box in the NX500, but bad light conditions cause problems and it's not great with the 30mm. Nothing is perfect for focussing..except maybe my old heavy  D300:)

Clive

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