Nikon Z6 II Autofocus Is Amazing If You Do This One Thing

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The Nikon Z6 II Autofocus doesn't function well unless you know this one thing. See what we learned from talking with the Nikon Rep about the autofocus system of the Nikon Z6 II and see our test results in this Autofocus Review. And when you learn this you may just think it's amazing!
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Autofocus is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.
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@SonsOfDexter 3 года назад

All comments here are asking you how to activate that box. Probably you can do another video by telling us how to access the box you mentioned. And maybe secondly try the animal tracking setting also also so we can see how good it is. Thank you loads for helping beginners understand better. 😊

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

We have it in the write-up. Here it is again: It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@unclejohns Год назад

@@TheSlantedLens I tried your suggestions. It works, but I find the subject needs to be quite close. If subject is around 20ish feet, camera will not even detect subject

@mikelopez8564 10 месяцев назад

@@unclejohns20 feet with what focal length? 20 feet is pretty far away if you’re in ultra wide territory.

@unclejohns 10 месяцев назад

@@mikelopez8564 I've been using z6ii for a few months now. Discovered that you don't need to get the yellow box locked to eye. Even when only the multiple red box, u still get very good focus.

@unclejohns 10 месяцев назад

@@mikelopez8564 btw, focal length is between 24-70mm

@3BMEP 3 года назад

Right on, guys. Thanks for following up with Nikon.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching!

@tennisshh9936 3 года назад

@@TheSlantedLens canon eos r vs nikon z6 II??

@christroy8047 3 года назад

So true - great work guys on this follow up - also Nikon just came out with a new firmware that's added even better tracking to the Z 6/7 II series. The autofocus on the new Z cameras is fantastic.

@willoughby5150 3 года назад

Thanks for following up and renewing the review on gained information. A lot of reviewers wouldn’t do that.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

No problem! Glad you appreciated it!

@ronaldpollard8990 3 года назад

I appreciate the honesty of coming back and updating this feature!! Remember too that it will also keep getting better in only its 2nd generation!!

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

True, true. Thanks for your comment!

@ronaldpollard8990 3 года назад

Kudos to y’all That is some rare integrity on RU-vid this days!

@lcador9 3 года назад

Sorry Ronald but I don't buy this "only the 2nd generation bullshit. Nikon has access to the current state of the art AF technology and their engineers have had years to effectively implement such. The R5 is also a second generation camera and is class leading. It is the Nikon Fanboy Apologist that give shelter and help perpetuate Nikon's dismal performance. Build it and they will come. Don't build it and they will leave and we continue to do just that.

@ronaldpollard8990 3 года назад

@@lcador9 no apologies needed! I will say this is the typical problem! I don’t need one issue like A machine AF deciding for me what to focus on and that is what makes a camera good. That is wack BS!!! Look bro, I am a craftsman I have used them all and the Eye AF alone is not what makes this A game changer! The culture surrounding that Brand is indeed toxic. The Craft /Art of photography began long before there was EyeAF!! Either you got the skills or you don’t. Nikon has built fabulous gear that enable craftsmanship!! The DSLR’s and now the ISL is excellent!! Sorry Not Buying The EYE AF BS!!

@christroy8047 3 года назад

@@lcador9 What are you talking about? I have an R5 and Z6 II and the Z6 II is a fantastic camera with great autofocus. I've got no problems with it at all. BTW - one thing that's Nice is my Z6 doesn't overheat - ever. I'm a part time professional and do paid work and Nikon has hit it out of the park with the Z cameras - they are a tool to me, and as a tool they work fantastically well.

@kathy2248 3 года назад

We learn a lot from others comments, opinions and experiences with these very expensive cameras. I appreciate you sharing the video and all the comments. I think I'll hold off on my Nikon z6 11 purchase and do more research on the competition on this important subject. Thanks!

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Glad you found it helpful!

@ogonzilla 3 года назад

Great job on the follow up!

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Thank you! Cheers! Keep on clickin!

@fatherdanmclaughlinosa3215 3 года назад

Thank you for this very helpful explanation of the best way to use tracking and autofocus on a desired subject. I read the Z6 II manual twice but if does not explain when it is best to use its different AF modes or when to use the tracking box the way you describe. I am glad to subscribe to your video presentations.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

You're very welcome! Thanks for the great feedback!

@johnhjic2 3 года назад

Hello, Yes I to find the communication of information is so difficult, it is an art of its own. Its is so good to hear.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Thanks for your feedback and thanks for watching!

@matheuslopes3566 3 года назад

Finalmente um canal sensato. Parabéns pelo excelente conteúdo.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Obrigado! Thanks for watching!

@christroy8047 3 года назад

Great stuff! Subscribed - you went the extra mile to review the Nikon's right - way to go, a lot of reviewers wouldn't do that ;) I have a Canon R5 and Nikon Z6 II and I really love the Z glass/professional lenses for my paid work. They are fantastic !

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Thanks for the sub! And sounds like you have a great set-up!

@ValerieRosen-ix6rd 8 месяцев назад

This was a game changer for my session today! Thank you so much!!

@TheSlantedLens 8 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! Hope the session went well!

@hopeforthefuturesg 3 года назад

just picked up my z 6ii today. glad I saw this I had no idea

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

It always helps to read the manual!

@mainmain5303 3 года назад

I have been using this mode. The choice allowed by this, puts the photographer in control more.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Good to hear. Thanks for sharing your experience!

@NVIK5 3 года назад

Glad you are giving credit here, when everyone is bashing them.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

It is a really great camera. Thanks for your comment!

@craigcarlson4022 3 года назад

Agree with others, good of you to come back and correct/update your previous findings.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Thanks for the feedback and thanks for watching!

@BowlesImages 3 года назад

Good report - and thanks for the follow up. The wide modes are excellent. They include nearest subject priority and misses that pick up the background are very rare. I use Wide Small and Wide Large if I'm not obstructed, and Dynamic if I am obstructed or partially obstructed.

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing your insight. I am glad you are having success with it because it is a great camera.

@montazownianr1 5 месяцев назад

what is "dynamic"?

@The-Tall-Photographer 2 года назад

I must admit I was struggling in the studio with the eye tracking, I had to switch to single focus to get the thing to work. What you describe here looks good

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

Let us know how it works for you!

@630nitronutter 3 года назад

Nice tech tip guys and good to see a channel say when they got it wrong or didn’t under stand and find a better way and out it out there 👊🏻👊🏻

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Thanks for your feedback Neil!

@jerrym8140 3 года назад

I love my z62 too and good tips

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Good to hear. Thanks for watching!

@AtticusBleep 2 года назад

Great video! Really happy to find this channel today.

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

Glad to hear it! Thanks for checking in!

@baljindersinghsidhu3959 3 года назад

Thank you for your reviews... I'm a nikon lover currently using D7500.. its an amazing cam.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Good to hear. Thanks for watching!

@kamalyadav3024 2 года назад

low price .. good camera .. 7500 .. iso ..high

@christopherheer4834 3 года назад

Great video, appreciate the follow-up and explanation - thumbs up👌🏻 also agree on Nikon needs to invest in better marketing and communication with customers. We live in 2021, as a company/product and service provider you just HAVE to make customer experience amazing if you wanna win in the long run...

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Excellent point! Thanks for watching!

@thatguyslush5779 3 года назад

That’s super helpful!

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Glad you think so! Thanks for watching!

@larrymosier2537 3 года назад

This could be a game changer. Nikon needs a better marketing department. How does this feature work on Z7II? Would like a comparison between other manufacturers. The most challenging focusing on a dog or horse running straight into camera. Love to see your testing in this

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

That would be a good thing to test!

@tennisshh9936 3 года назад

@@TheSlantedLens canon eos r vs nikon z6 II??

@don06281 3 года назад

It works exactly the same way on my Z7ii.

@therookiefisherman5234 Год назад

@@tennisshh9936 Canon 6 Mark II vs N6 II??

@montazownianr1 Год назад

Most challenging situation I've seen is swimmer in pool. Even Z9 is struggling with this.

@beccawilliams9437 21 день назад

Thank you! This is my favorite video on Nikon Z AF!

@TheSlantedLens 18 дней назад

Great to hear. Glad you liked the video!

@40SomethingCoverArtist 2 года назад

Guys thanks so much for this. I even managed to enable this box on my Nikon D780! Looking forward to seeing what I can accomplish at a wedding with this one.

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

Great to hear! Hope your wedding shoots go well!

@forkintherode8236 2 года назад

I did see that focus box explained on “Nikons Digitutor” RU-vid channel. Thanks guys for great content.

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

Our pleasure! Thanks for watching!

@GeertDelmulle 3 года назад

Kudos for this follow-up vid! It takes some courage to do this - earning some serious integrity points in the process. Respect! :-)

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Much appreciated! Thanks for your feedback!

@TCinSoCal 3 года назад

Kudos to you guys for following up and making this video. Liked.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

You are very welcome. We wanted to make sure we understood it better and it certainly performed well.

@markshirley01 3 года назад

Thanks guys - Taylor Jackson does highlight this mode in his Z6 II review.

@youknowwho9247 3 года назад

His video is sponsored by Nikon. It's an ad, not a review.

@markshirley01 3 года назад

@@youknowwho9247 he does a review as well - plus a comparison with the R6.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Thanks for watching. Appreciate your support!

@markshirley01 3 года назад

@@TheSlantedLens keep up the good work - 👍

@youknowwho9247 3 года назад

@@markshirley01 He is sponsored by Nikon. How long do you think would he be able to stay in Nikon's payroll if he concluded that the R6 is better than the Z6 II? None of his videos are reviews. They're all part of influencer marketing.

@glennburch1081 2 года назад

As Paul Harvey used to say, "And now you know the rest of the story" Invaluable information here guys. I just purchased the Z6 ii, it's on the way. I have been more than a little concerned over all of the negative reviews out there on uTube concerning the Z6 ii autofocusing tracking problems. Reviewers have been trashing this camera for this aspect. I can't tell you how happy this review has made me.......after all, $2,000.00 is an expensive paperweight! Thank you, thank you, thank you! BTW, based on this review, I just subscribed to you. Again, thank you.

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

Thanks for the sub! Let us know how you like the camera!

@buidoi72 Год назад

Glenn Burch how do you like the camera now?

@ivansmiljkovic88 3 года назад

I partly agree ( 3:10 ) that they MIGHT need to give us more directions, but in the end its more on every individual to find their own way with his camera. (no matter which brend)

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

It does help to read the manual!

@ivansmiljkovic88 3 года назад

@@TheSlantedLens who does that? Try it, make a mistake, learn from it.

@simoncullinan5369 2 года назад

Thank you guys for a great review! Most all the reviews till now have put a damper on the Nikon mirrorless in comparison to a lot of other cameras. Does this ‘box’ tracking system also feature in the Z7II ?

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

We didn't shoot with the Z7 II. That is a good question for Nikon.

@pixelart4043 2 года назад

Great information

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

Thank you. Glad you found it worthwhile!

@subirdatta6922 2 года назад

thanks Taylor Jackson, very interesting review, I love Nikon Z6!!

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

Not him, but thanks for watching!

@alantuttphotography 3 года назад

There's a similar mode on my old Panasonic DVX200, and while it does improve AF, and it works perfectly in some situations, I've found too many situations where limiting focus to a box is too limiting. If I have to keep moving the box to focus on a moving subject while composing for the scene (which also keeps changing as the subject moves), then why have tracking AF at all? Personally, in these situations, I've found manual focus to be easier.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Good point. And I can see why you would choose manual focus.

@manilamartin1001 3 года назад

Nikon doesn't promote themselves well. Most youtubers dont promote nikon well but I still think its up to nikon to educate us

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Yeah, maybe there is good info on their website.

@Khordmaster 2 года назад

I was hoping to see how to set it up. Also o have a z6 mark 1 and wondering if this feature is available there as well

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

I believe it is not available on that model.

@alex.Lukehart 7 месяцев назад

I can’t wait to upgrade.

@TheSlantedLens 7 месяцев назад

Enjoy shooting with your Nikon!

@dafyddthomas7299 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing your video - still reckon that AF & AF algorithms on Z6 II, Z7 II will be improved with future f/ware upgrades

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Yes, I would think so. Thanks for your comment!

@aminmotin 3 года назад

I'm hoping for big improvements from firmware upgrades too. With the v1 models there was a big jump in performance by the time they got to firmware version 3+.

@kaak4737 3 года назад

Great video , thanks... Does it work on birds in flight ? ( not fot eyes etc, but keep the bird within the box in focus, ignoring the background?)

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

There is an animal detect selection as well. Go to the i button on the back of the camera and go to Auto Focus and then you would select the wide L with the animal face.

@anubhavsharma147 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for this valuable info. Really appreciate it. But I am facing an issue with it. Whenever I am activating the wide area-L mode (with happy face), the red box is appearing but the subject tracking option deactivates. Can you please explain? Thanks in advance.

@frankline.gonzalez-dwindt2355 3 года назад

Thanks for the video, The new AF is indeed better but, in order to make it work right, the user has to press a couple of buttons and the chances of missing a shot are hight. The AF on the Canon R6/5 works more seamless and still superior IMHO. Btw, I’m a Nikon Z6 shooter

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Great points. Thanks for your comment.

@amhtxc2960 2 года назад

Great work as usual!! Is this mode avaliable in the Nikon Z6 or is it only for the Nikon Z6 II?

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

I believe it is just the Z6 II.

@stevegauldphotography 2 года назад

Great Video - Thanks guys!! - What tripod head and swiss arca plate are you using??

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

We used the fotoproUSA X-Go Max: bhpho.to/32HHp3S

@stevegauldphotography 2 года назад

THANK YOU (y)

@AstridMeyerLudwigsburg 11 месяцев назад

Thanks, I was so frustrated due to that strange unexpected behaviour of autofocus.... will try your Tipp

@TheSlantedLens 11 месяцев назад

Hope it works well for you!

@therookiefisherman5234 Год назад

Great find, I would love to see it in action like sports at night to see how well it tracks a football player or soccer.

@TheSlantedLens Год назад

That would be great to see. Thanks for watching!

@Mixfou 2 года назад

Thanks a'lot,but just a question, is there something we must do for the box to appear on the back screen?

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@Mixfou 2 года назад

@@TheSlantedLens Thanks a lot!!

@roberthennessey128 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing this👌👌👍

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

My pleasure 😊. Thanks for watching!

@TheFraziers 3 года назад

Panasonic cameras have the same "box" mode and it works great too.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Good to know. Thanks for sharing you knowledge!

@smalltalk.productions9977 3 года назад

great that you found a mode on the nikon z6II that works as well as the canon/sony cameras. what about video? does this made work in video? because once again, in video mode, nikon lags behind the canon/sony cameras (R6.A7C). any insights into a video comparison would be helpful. thanks for the effort and the sharing. i am an appreciative subscriber. stay well. thumbs up.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Yes it does work with video as you see in the tests. Thanks for your support!

@ashmehta9601 2 года назад

Dear jay & Kenneth, Thank you for such an amazing trick for Auto focus. It works wonders on my Z6ii. How ever, one question for you guys, is there a way I can set the Auto focus (AF-C & Wise-L) as default on the auto mode? Would appreciate your expert advise.

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

We did not venture to try that with the Z6 II. Let us know if you figure that out. Thanks!

@ashmehta9601 2 года назад

@@TheSlantedLens Hi, Guys, I called Nikon support in the end, and very helpful. Their answer: You can't change the default setting in auto mode, but the settings that can be changed like AF-C wide area focus, etc, can be changed and then saved under U1, or U2 or U3. By using one of these buttons, you can get to your desired settings in auto mode.

@TheRealCalijokes01 2 года назад

Thx for fixing update

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

You are welcome! Thanks for watching!

@nwmstudios 3 года назад

The latest firmware for Z6II has made the AF fantastic, I was shocked with the video tracking especially coming from the horrible DSLR video AF.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

That is great to hear that it is continuing to improve.

@PaulQuinones 3 года назад

Super useful

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Glad you think so! Thanks for watching!

@PaulQuinones 3 года назад

@@TheSlantedLens I use the z6ii and I have never used the area subject tracking. I'm used to using the full version. This could be game changing for me. Again... Thank you 😊

@ManettiAngelo Год назад

Thank You! I almost went with Canon.

@TheSlantedLens Год назад

I am sure Nikon is very happy. Glad I could help!

@subasisdatta740 Год назад

to videograph flying birds which video setting should I use and with which lens?

@TheSlantedLens Год назад

You will need a longer lens like a 150-500mm and the video setting should be slow motion, 60 fps that you can speed up later. Should look really good.

@charales2 2 года назад

It would have been great if you showed how to reach that configuration on the menus.

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

There is a description in the writeup of the video.

@stefan6642 3 года назад

Im a z6ii owner and I respect your effort. Long time follower. Just I think that Nikon should invest in improving their firmware other than 'kindly asking' you guys to make this video. This looks way too much like a sponsored video. z6ii is a nice camera, I bought it aware of this shortcomings. Coming from a DSLR, z6ii autofocus is certainly much better than I'm used to.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Good points. But it was not a sponsored video. Just us wanting to dig into what our followers were commenting on .

@stefan6642 3 года назад

@@TheSlantedLens than your attitude in the video should not be so apologizing. Tracking a person within a box and the whole frame are 2 completely different things. If you already know where the person will be, why you need tracking at all. AFC will do the job than like on older cameras.

@seanstours3913 3 года назад

Would like more nikon z6ii video footage with the Atomos ninja 5 set up

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

There is only so much we can include. Thanks for watching!

@nathanielcashjr.732 3 года назад

Good to know.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching!

@StoryUnlocked 3 года назад

How do you get the box in the settings?

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@dalan81 3 года назад

Given that you talked to Nikon, any indication as to whether or not any additional auto-focus enhancements may be made to the original z6 via firmware? Or do we have to upgrade?

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

We didn't discuss any of that. Thanks for watching!

@bjure8111 3 года назад

@@TheSlantedLens Well call them up again ;)

@thomasclosier2590 3 года назад

Love nikon

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Glad you love your Nikon!

@film317 2 года назад

I'd be curious how the autofocus works for action/wildlife? I'd heard mixed reviews.

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

I did not test it with action and wildlife so I can't answer that one.

@migueltrujillo5932 3 года назад

What's that little TV on top of the camera, does it come with it in the box?

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

It is an Atomos recorder that records the signal coming from the camera so you get larger codecs. You can look at it here: bhpho.to/2C7KP4T

@mh-ey4wf 2 года назад

Great info, thanx. Does this option work on Z7?

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

I don't believe it does.

@mh-ey4wf 2 года назад

@@TheSlantedLens thanx for the anwser. And" thanx" to Nikon. Z7 i was more expensive

@phplaw 3 года назад

How do I turn that box on, I am using Z6 II, thanks for video :v p/s: I FOUND IT, In order to activate that box you need to switch AF mode to be Wide-aread AF (L-People).

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@aggiesparklebrooks 2 года назад

Sonny Nguyen - THANK YOU for the p/s!!!!!!!!!! : )

@WinterEC 3 года назад

What is this mode called (where is it in the menu)? Is it available on the original Z6?

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@cameronglenwright4809 2 года назад

Hi does the z6 have this option or just the mark 2, as I have the z6 but I've never noticed eye af working when in wide af mode. I have it turned on in auto af area mode. I'm wondering if there is a setting i'm missing.

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

Not sure about that. I did not test the Z6 for that. Maybe someone with the Z6 can comment.

@robbie154 3 года назад

As someone who does weddings. The nikon is superior having this box as no camera system is going to know which face you want if there is 20 faces in a screen. I switched from sony to nikon. I honestly can't say in the REAL WORLD, I have yet to say man I miss my sony AF. All these systems are good enough for 99% of photographers.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Good point about lots of faces in the image.

@buidoi72 Год назад

Robbie, are you still happy with the Z6ii?

@creatrixalchemy Месяц назад

Good info but it would be really helpful to have a tutorial of how to actually set up this autofocus mode.

@mattrichardsonsclickbait 3 года назад

Interesting - I just tested my Z6ii against an R6 as Ive been unhappy with its ability to track fast subjects, Ive used every option and want it to be good as I like it more than the Canon and its spot on for portraits and in general, but couldnt make it keep up with the R6 at speed. Back at work after the test I was shooting cornering shots of pre-war cars and half were focused so far behind the door handle was sharp. I dont want to change systems. Maybe half and half

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

That pretty much sums up the difference. Thanks for sharing!

@Photographersforyou 2 года назад

Well done guys, I take back what I said in a previous video comment - Good info

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

Glad you liked it. Thanks for your comment!

@user-er4rs2jb9r 3 года назад

Hi. Can you explain how you fix those box? Thank you

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Autofocus is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@user-er4rs2jb9r 3 года назад

@@TheSlantedLens thank you.

@tjmacg 2 года назад

Maybe I missed it (my apologies if I did), but how -- specifically, step-by-step -- is this "one thing" achieved and this mode and setting set? As you correctly state, camera manufacturers would do well to simplify and clarify things for their users; but this video also seemed to leave out the simple, step-by-step instructions to get to the mode and utilize the "box" that is referred to. Again, apologies if I missed it, but I watched 3 times and didn't see it.

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@victorcarvalhoph Год назад

when will nikon release flashes that focus assist lamp for z line?

@TheSlantedLens Год назад

We don't have inside info on that. Hopefully soon.

@AaronAubreyPhoto 10 месяцев назад

I am done with Nikon. I started on a D700 back in 2011. It was absolutely wonderful, magical camera. I 'upgraded' to the D800, and then 2 D810... all 3 of those bodies seemed to struggle with focus..even at f8 with strobes, I'd get 3 of 10 photos out of focus.. This year I decided to 'upgrade' to a Z6II. The AF has never been great out of the box (even while calibrating all my lenses w calibration tool).. so I've been fighting this camera all year.. Well today I did a shoot.. 850 images.. there's maybe 20 that are sharp enough to use. Tried every AF mode, 3 different lenses.. no differences. It's going to break the bank as selling Nikon F glass is tough these days, but looks like I'm going to have to jump to Sony or Canon. As a professional photographer, I just can't work with such an unreliable system..

@TheSlantedLens 10 месяцев назад

That is super unfortunate. Have you tried a firmware update?

@stanspb763 Год назад

I have used several systems but stick with Nikon because it is a better tool for people who want the control but Sony and Canon have better AF for people who are content to let the camera decide and not worry that their intent and the camera's intent is different. I finish a studio or location session and will be very surprised if 2 out 500 frames are missed focus. Conducting workshops or photo tours with tourist clients I have had to deal with a lot of different models and brands find I always get more keepers than my clients simply because I do not leave it up to the camera as if I had no agency in the results. They might take a thousand shots and I take 50 on the same walking photo tour. I think it is that lack of intent that they are used to with cell phone cameras which have very deep depth of field so everything is in focus. If my subject is still I usually use a single point and it never fails even in low light because the camera knows the unambiguous intended focal plane. Given the many other traits of the Z bodies over the competition such as build, handling, color, weather sealing, S lenses, control layout, and menu system, etc, the Nikon cameras fit my use better than other models. The new R series of Canon shows a shift away from their history of making solid cameras since they are much lighter in build quality than their 5d and 1dx DSLRs and no more reliable than the Sony which were always considered to be disposable cameras, not worth repairing. The two best-built full-frame brands are Nikon and Panasonic Lumix S series but they are not comfortable to hold.

@TheSlantedLens Год назад

Lots of good things to consider. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

@jacintdavid5333 3 года назад

HELP PLEASE! Sorry for the all caps above, but I've been going nuts as a beginner wanting to buy his first camera mainly for creative purposes such as actor headshots, self-tape auditions, videography, streaming. I am hesitant in deciding which camera to go for when it comes to picking in-between the Sony A7C and the Nikon Z6 Mark II. The sony is supposed to have superior af tracking. When it comes to videography would that play a big part? Would the Nikon Z6 II lose af mid video shoot? Or is this only prevalent when it comes to stills? Would ideally grab the camera that can do higher fps when it comes to 4k (Nikon), but would it be worth it if it loses AF? Is there a video limit on the Nikon? Does it overheat if I were to stream using it as a webcam? Would it overheat if I were to film with it? Tough questions! I'd appreciate your input! Please do help me pick out my very first full frame camera to be able to get my creative career started. Thanks!

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

In a nutshell the Sony is going to be a better choice for you long term if you are planning on so much video. It is a good solution.

@jacintdavid5333 3 года назад

@@TheSlantedLens Thanks for the answer, but may I ask why? 🤔

@user-gs9gw7fl6c 4 месяца назад

Hello. I am Guido from Belgium. I found the explanation of this video enlightening, but I am unable to apply this to my Nikon Z6II. I was wondering if it was possible to tell me the correct settings. I mean what and where should you set this? Because I don't see this red square appearing on my display. Thanks for a response.

@TheSlantedLens 4 месяца назад

It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@user-gs9gw7fl6c 4 месяца назад

Thanks.@@TheSlantedLens

@yaronharel8463 3 года назад

Can you please give us the exact way to define it in the camera. Because I fo not find it in the menu. Thank you

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Autofocus is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@youknowwho9247 3 года назад

The boxed eye af is nice, but not nearly as nice as having eye af work with subject tracking. Even on my old D500 and D850, I can stick the focus point on my subject with 3D tracking mode and focus on composition and timing when I shoot sports. The necessity of moving a box around is a serious, unacceptable step back, especially considering that the competition doesn't have the same problem. On the current Canons and Sonys, the user can simply engage subject tracking and it'll stick with the subject no matter what, while also finding faces and eyes. That's what progress looks like.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Good points. And we have found those things to be great most of the time.

@danielbarakat 3 года назад

Thank you! It’s not acceptable in 2021. I want Nikon to succeed, but for these Nikon fans to turn a blind eye on fundamental features that aren’t available or sub par compared to the competition isn’t doing anyone favors

@gingrai00 2 года назад

Good points You know who! I really love the Z6II and it is a big step up from my D750 but I agree with your comment 100 percent. The subject tracking with eye AF is a really, really big deal as it changes the game for the photographer in the way you described… focus can be on composing the image and the timing while focus on these is distracted while moving the box around for composition.

@krunoperas3487 3 года назад

is it possible that nikon z6 ii can track face and eye in video mode? thanks!! I can only do it while I'm taking pictures... greatings from croatia :)

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

We did not test it. Perhaps check with Nikon.

@genericuser77 2 года назад

You said that you would like Nikon to be more clear with identifying the AF mode that focuses on people. Do you have a suggestion for how they could better clarify this in their manual, when they say: "If Wide-area AF (L-people) is selected, the camera will detect and focus on the faces of eyes of human portrait subjects"?? Also, I searched the manual for the the autofocus "box" so that I could locate that feature that you repeatedly discuss, but I was not able to find that. Can you please direct me to the autofocusing "box" feature in the manual?

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@genericuser77 2 года назад

It was a joke,@@TheSlantedLens. I was trying to indicate that if you use the proper terminology from Nikon or from the manual when explaining things, so that people can look them up and refer to them and all speak in a common language - instead of saying made-up terms like "box" and "happy face" - then you make everything much more clear and make everyone's life easier. ;)

@melissafaria5386 2 года назад

Just purchased a z6 ii how do you turn on this feature? Still trying to figure out the settings

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@schuylerkingsland7128 6 месяцев назад

It may have helped if you specifically mentioned the mode name (which I assumed was wide mode).

@TheSlantedLens 6 месяцев назад

It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@chrisguli2865 6 месяцев назад

I like Auto Area AF with subject tracking a lot, BUT, it seems cumbersome to activate on the intended target. I did assign subject tracking to the FN1 button and that works great to turn on subject tracking, but it must also be aimed at the intended subject to track and THEN pressing OK button and that is the cumbersome part, especially for fast moving subjects. I also use BB AF (AF-ON) button so it would make sense that once the AF-ON is pressed subject tracking would be targeted on whatever the box is aimed at - there should be no need to press the OK button which is cumbersome. Am I missing something? If not, perhaps Nikon should make that change to the tracking feature, and perhaps enable it for all AF modes, in the next firmware updates.

@TheSlantedLens 6 месяцев назад

That would be a nice update!

@andreasciarra6812 Год назад

Hi, on my Nikon Z6II I cannot activate the infra red light AF on my SB-910 flash... if i Put the SB910 un my old Nikon D36 the infrared light on the SB910 works great... on my Z6 (in AFS mode obviously) DOesn't work... what am I doing wrong? :(

@TheSlantedLens Год назад

I have never tested that flash unit with the Z6. Good luck!

@Hemlck 3 года назад

Still not clear to me which af mode are you suggesting to get these results?

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@prashanthbhogaraju2944 3 месяца назад

Would have been great to know how to get those settings with the box.

@TheSlantedLens 3 месяца назад

It is in the description of the video. Here it is again: It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@prashanthbhogaraju2944 3 месяца назад

Thank you@@TheSlantedLens

@cherylmarsters6707 Год назад

Does that apply to video recording too?

@TheSlantedLens Год назад

We did not test that with the video. We saw it as an option for stills. Not sure it works for video.

@hans-martinadorf3834 3 года назад

What about continuous video focus? No pumping any more?

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

We didn't test the continuous autofocus.

@marclabro 2 года назад

nice tuto. I would be interested with an update with V1.4 firmware for eye detection, perhaps coupled with subject tracking ... in my case, with z6ii+Z24-70/F2.8, mode A, af-c, AF-ON, auto area AF people in street photography, I have difficulties to have these yellow boxes on eyes or faces ! No idea why. my iphone 12 pro max and a7iii focus directly. However it seems so easy to detetc a pink face in a grey street. I really wonder why Nikon engineers are missing with two expeed 7 on-board !

@TheSlantedLens 2 года назад

Did you try this? It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@marclabro 2 года назад

thank you. yes, i tried and sometimes it helps but not enough. I made new tests with Z70-200 F/2.8 on people coming to me and it takes lot of time before eye/face detection displays a yellow box. I found that a short clic on af-on wakes up the detection when it becomes less sharp when people, bicycles,... come to me. problem is that i have only half body of people when yellow boxes are activated so always too late. af-c single point works at any distance, also dynamic focus; I tried subject tracking and it is very amazing but : no idea depth of filed on face for eye sharpeness and very often the yellow box jumped outside the guy or face i first selected. even three runners coming to me with subject tracking of mid face jumper above heads and all faces were blur !

@Bruno_W 3 года назад

So you have to manually mark a subject with a box to get the focus to work? Seems like a very cumbersum and time consuming way to make it work. And what happens when the subject is out of the box? Do you loose the focus? Think of trying to follow a soccerplayer how well will work then?

@TaipeiGeek 3 года назад

Cumbersome? LOL! Godforbid one has to actually do something with the camera like moving your head around to follow the action.

@youknowwho9247 3 года назад

@@TaipeiGeek The point is that in the current Canons and Sonys, as well as Nikon's own top end DSLRs, you don't have to fuss with moving a box around. They just keep track of the subject, leaving the photographer free to focus fully on composition. The fact that the Z cameras can't do that puts them way behind the times. Why should I pay three grand for a camera that does less than my D850? Just no.

@luvours 3 года назад

I guess you would need a R6 for sports photography. But again, not everyone shoots sports.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

It works for a lot of things but not everything. But there are multiple settings besides the box.

@robertdavies601 3 года назад

Does this mode work well in animal eye AF mode if a dog is running towards you?

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

I did not test that but I have seen other peoples tests that it works well with. Especially with those little bug-eyed pugs!

@philiplewis1600 3 года назад

How did you set it up.

@TheSlantedLens 3 года назад

Here are the instructions to set the autofocus: It is a setting on the camera. Click on the i button on the back of the camera. Then go to Auto Focus Area. Then select Wide L with the happy face for wide area auto focus with people.

@prismadonnafotografie 8 месяцев назад

I wonder why this only works when you use the shutter button to both focus and shoot. Using back button focus I have to press the AF-on button before taking every single photo. I would like to be able to keep pressing the AF-on button and keep on focussing while releasing the shutter multiple times.

@TheSlantedLens 8 месяцев назад

It does seem to be a bit frustrating!

@davidledbitter3098 Год назад

Hi guys, How about a test with motorsport? I found the auto-focus slow, the viewfinder takes forever to wake up. It isn't a patch on my D500s which is lightning fast and accurate.

@TheSlantedLens Год назад

Motorsport is a great idea. Next time!