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    What are [Mode 1] and [Mode 2] in [Movie Servo AF]? (PowerShot G7 X Mark III)

    21-Oct-2019
    8204700100

    Solution

    If you are using firmware version 1.1.0 or later, you can select [Mode 1] or [Mode 2] in [Movie Servo AF] to specify your preferred characteristics for AF operation.




    [Mode 1]
    Emphasizes fast, responsive focusing.
    • Suitable for responsive subject tracking, or if you will walk or move in other ways while recording.
    • Keeps subjects in focus, even when the shutter button is not pressed halfway.

    [Mode 2]
    Emphasizes natural focusing and smoothness in movie recording.
    • Suitable for landscapes or relatively still subjects.
    • Keeps subjects in focus, even when the shutter button is not pressed halfway.

    REFERENCE
    When you select [Disable], the focus remains constant as movies are recorded.