Nikon Z series - Best Focus Settings - no ads, no interruptions

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Nikon Z series - Best Focus Settings - no ads, no interruptions

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Maarten Heilbron

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@forcedmedia 4 жыл бұрын

Of all of the photography channels we follow our studio finds you to be the most reputable. No BS like Polin and Northrup especially when it comes to Nikon products. We appreciate the honesty.

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, I do my best. I assume that other KZfaq creators are doing their best also and they believe what they are saying, even if others don't agree.

@forcedmedia 4 жыл бұрын

@@MaartenHeilbron Well that is polite and politically correct of you to say. Listen to how nasty their message is and then you'll understand.👍🏼✌🏾👏🏼

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

@@forcedmedia It seems to me that it's you that's being nasty.

@D-Professor 4 жыл бұрын

Martin, it’s always a pleasure watching and listening to your well-organized presentations. Thanks again for another winner.

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Thank you for your kind words.

@amyjensen9264 2 ай бұрын

This is one of the clearest explanations I've seen on KZfaq. I'm brand new to mirrorless and my Z7 ii and this video was super helpful. Thank you!

@MaartenHeilbron 2 ай бұрын

It's always a pleasure to read notes like yours - knowing that I've been able to help others with their photography journey.

@zakariyanasr5721 3 жыл бұрын

Why other youtubers don't do it like you.... Very informative. Straight to the point. No silly jokes. No waste of time. Thank you a million

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

It was a pleasure to read your kind words.

@hishamosman4341 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Maarten. As a new shooter your tutorials is what I need. I just bought the Z6II recently and yes, the various menu options is really ovewhelming indeed. So I will take my time to learn one item at a time. Nobody explains the functions like you do and for that, you're the best online teacher for my Z6II.

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, that's very kind. I hope to be able to borrow a Z6II soon to do a review.

@AlexvanNoije 2 жыл бұрын

@Hisham. I film a lot with the Z6 II and some AF-S 200-400 VR II with the FTZ. My experience is that when you are following a moving object, that the camera produces some micro focus jumps all the time. Soon I will go for a native z lens when it will enter the market. Think these old lenses were never made for making video I guess?

@bmwohl 2 жыл бұрын

After two years of Nikon Z7 ownership, I'm now making a concentrated effort to better understand and use autofocus. Thank you for this GREAT tutorial. I've reviewed it a number of times, and I still learn each time. As you suggested, I'm working to build my muscle memory too.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Always nice to know my videos help viewers improve their skills. Thanks for your kind words.

@d-entrecasteaux 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Maarten. I've just bought a used Z6 and this has been very helpful as an orientation. You always seem to find menu options I've never discovered. One thing I found is manual focus can be simply achieved by turning the focus ring even in AF modes. I haven't however discovered how to save different drive modes to the U1-U3 positions. It seems U1-U3 can save video setting as well. In all a total of 6. Tap to focus seems to use contrast detect AF which I found isn't very suitable for video. Moving the white tracking focus box around with the thumbstick (without activating the tracking yellow box) while recording video seems to give smoother pull-focus results. Auto-area AF and AF-F together work well for faces but Wide-area seems to work better for everything else. I won't remember everything you taught but I'll use your lesson to optimize solutions for my needs. Thank you again for providing such a wealth of very well presented knowledge. It's a gift.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, and for sharing these additional observations and tips, appreciated!

@MrToonfish 4 жыл бұрын

All the details, for free ! We are lucky to have photo channels like yours... Thanks a thousand time for your excellent job. Cheers.

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

So nice of you to comment, appreciated.

@antonise.9647 2 жыл бұрын

Best video for focusing settings on Nikon's Z series. It took me 3 minutes to find what i needed. Thank you so much.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Always nice to know that my videos are helpful.

@avotionmusic2804 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! Learned quite a bit about my camera now. I thought you looked like Martin Scorsese in the beginning, but now I know that you actually are the Scorsese of photography. Thank you!

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Mr. Scorsese and I have similar tastes in eyebrows, however he is a better director. Thanks for your kind words.

@walkermack7139 4 жыл бұрын

This is a really great channel, I appreciate how in depth and professional it is!

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that! Thanks for posting your kind words.

@nir220677 4 жыл бұрын

You have the best video tutorials I've seen! Thank you so much

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

It was a pleasure to read your kind words, thanks very much.

@georgedavall9449 3 жыл бұрын

This Man has probably forgotten more than all of us collectively know! It would be a real treat to han* out and do some shuttebugging with Maarten! Very thorough and informative! Thank You Sir! 👏🏻👍😁✌🏻

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Let me know when you're heading to Toronto and we'll do it. Thanks for the kind words.

@georgedavall9449 3 жыл бұрын

@@MaartenHeilbron You’re Very Welcome!

@mattslaboratory5996 4 жыл бұрын

I hope you have hundreds of folks hurrying to take advantage of the free subscription offer -- it's a terrific bargain. I'm glad I did back the last time you had a sale. Have learned a lot since then ;-).

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

I hope so too, thanks for your support.

@petersmyth8428 4 жыл бұрын

Well I asked Maarten if it was possible to update his previous excellent tutorial on Z6 autofocus, firmware 2.0, to include the changes in firmware 3 and he replied within a few hours to point me to this video! This is another excellent tutorial and the best I have seen on the Nikon Z series. Maarten's channel is one of my top 3 on photography. Can I say far better than a Mr Jared P! Thanks Maarten.

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

A pleasure to read your very kind words, thanks for taking the time to comment, I'm glad to hear you found what you were looking for.

@carlmarch603 4 жыл бұрын

Great summary! I may have missed it in your video, but many reviewers are suggesting assigning Fn1 (front of Z body) to initiate the tracking (works as a toggle to turn tracking on and off). Also liberating like assigning focus to the lens function button...

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

That too is a good suggestion, thanks for the kind words, thanks for sharing your tip.

@bala30892 3 жыл бұрын

Bought a Z6 Mark II some days back and have been looking at many videos regarding focus settings. This one has been really much useful for me and its well organised. Thanks a lot Maarten. Appreciate the efforts you have put in here.

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

@sairajpatki8448 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this tutorial. You explained it so well, covering all settings without rushing through the options.

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

@Isaypreach 4 жыл бұрын

Just got my z50 a week ago. Im uberly excited. Thank u for this tutorial

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Always nice to read that my work is appreciated, thanks!!!

@jimstirling7223 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you again Maarten for another excellent video, it is a genuine pleasure to get excellent informative content without the ridiculous clickbait alas so popular with many other photography channels

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, clickbait is (sadly) popular because it mostly works.

@AndrewFulo 3 жыл бұрын

I just got my hands on a Z50 and I have to say that your videos are definitely clear and well delivered. Pacing is also pretty good. Thanks and great job.

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

What a pleasure to read your kind words, thanks for taking the time to comment.

@antonoat 4 жыл бұрын

Yet another very clear and informative review, great stuff Maarten, thank you!

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, always nice to read kind words from appreciative viewers.

@carolyn9996 4 жыл бұрын

Maarten, you have answered every question I had about focusing on this camera...I am grateful that I found you. Thank you kindly!

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Always nice to know my videos are useful and appreciated - thanks!!!

@thomasyang803 2 жыл бұрын

The best video about Nikon z camera setting I have ever seen. Thanks for your presentation.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks! Always nice to hear from a viewer who appreciates my work.

@jayvee0404 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for this very helpful video. Clear, concise and well explained. I'm bookmarking this so I can come back to it. After years of using Nikon DSLR cameras, using the mirrorless Z 6ll is a whole new experience and somewhat daunting, and you have helped me ease into it. Thank you so much :)

@MaartenHeilbron 6 ай бұрын

Always nice to read that my videos are providing assistance to my fellow photographers.

@claytonschase Жыл бұрын

Amazing video!! Harder than you would think to find such a clear tutorial for new photographers.

@MaartenHeilbron Жыл бұрын

Thanks, it's always nice to read that my videos are useful and appreciated.

@CusiDespreMasini Жыл бұрын

Holy shit! This is the best tutorial I've seen on this camera! Thank you!

@MaartenHeilbron Жыл бұрын

I appreciate your kind sentiment, thanks!

@TRICCIO1000 4 жыл бұрын

As always, a fantastic video. I think you are one of the best instructors on the net. Focusing is one of my biggest problems with the Z6. I've been using Nikon since I'm 18 and I'm now 71 and a professional photographer. I know how to shoot and I know the focus menus I thought, but keep watching more videos to see what I'm doing wrong. I shoot a lot in restaurants or night clubs where there is dim light, certainly not dark but dimmer than normal. I usually use flash. The focus always searches. When I use my 28-300 it constantly searches focus terribly. I have NEVER had this problem with my D-750, D-300 or D-800. What am I having this problem? No one seems to know, not Nikon for sure. I sent the camera back to them before the warranty ended and they checked it out and it still does the same thing. If anyone can enlighten me on this please do. Also, that green focus assist light for low light is useless. They have disabled the infrared light beam coming from the flash unit which always gave me accurate focus in low light situations. What the heck were they thinking? At least give us a choice whether to use the infrared or green assist light. To eliminate it completely is just stupid. Maarten, if you are reading this, please shed some light on this if you can. Email me at ithoughtaboutyou@gmail.com. Thanks, Tony

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate your kind words. I do have little experience with flash photography, so not sure I can help - however it's nice to know I have your confidence. I assume you're using the 28-300 with the FTZ adapter, and appreciate that there is no Z mount equivalent. Let's hope that a native lens would not have the same issues. I have no suggestions to improve this. The green autofocus light seems to work for me - although I've not been shooting in the kinds of situations you describe. If it's working nicely with the D750, then I'd probably stay with that. Otherwise, would manual focus work? Sorry that this is probably not much help.

@johndefoe4584 2 жыл бұрын

Just got my Z7ii, and by far your video was the most informative, thanks!

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Always nice to know my videos are appreciated.

@petermalone7869 4 жыл бұрын

Finally got my Z6 back from repair...this was helpful in re-learning my camera!

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear you're getting some inspiration from my videos, thanks for your kind words.

@charlesdavis6371 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you - this does help a lot. Slowly switching over to Z mount (Z6), and some things are different from what I'm used to. I appreciate you doing this.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! Thanks for taking the time to comment with your kind words.

@cmichaelhaugh8517 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. This one goes in my reference file while I learn my Z7’s controls.

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Always nice to read that my videos are useful and appreciated.

@judyfreilicher9244 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this very clear and easy-to-follow explanation. Much appreciated!

@MaartenHeilbron 8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Always a pleasure to read kind words from my viewers.

@astonbridgman185 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and practical advice - I thought I had mainly mastered the menu but this video has taken me another step further. Thanks Maarten.

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Always nice to know that viewers appreciate my work.

@gerryvanmoorsel9345 4 жыл бұрын

Love your work Maarten, love your talking pace and style supported by great visuals.

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! So nice to read your kind words.

@ohreally1013 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Buddy!! As always, so well put together. I truly wish that the AF (speed) would actually pull focus slower or faster - would be so great for short-film shoots when it’s tossed on my gimbal and don’t feel like hooking up the entire FF system. However, one thing that I found works about 90% of the time on my Z6; which is to push and HOLD on the lcd and it seems to slow down pulling focus between subjects... Great job bud! And to whoever down-voted this video: You’re a pompous ass just having a bad day. Keep up the good work Maarten!!!!

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Right. I did wonder if I was mis-interpreting and it's only meant for following objects, not racking focus. Still, would be a nice setting to have. Thanks for the tip, I'll try that. And, of course, thanks for the kind words.

@sandrajeandevaraj8395 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Maarten for the clear instructions, I have made the necessary focus settings on my Z6 and eager to test this out.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Always nice to know my work is appreciated, thanks for the kind words.

@PatriotSteve 3 жыл бұрын

best instructional video i’ve seen - by a mile. thank you

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks! Always nice to know that viewers appreciate my work.

@salk007 Жыл бұрын

My God. Very well explained and easy to follow about Nikon Z focus system. :). Thanks 👍

@MaartenHeilbron Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! I do appreciate it when my viewers comment with such kind words.

@michaelbidegain1455 4 жыл бұрын

Maarten Great video you always make your videos perfect to understand no matter what level of a photographer you are Thank You

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! So nice to read your kind words, they are appreciated.

@NB-qs6dr 11 ай бұрын

I love your tutorial: it's to the point, clear, and pleasant!

@MaartenHeilbron 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! Always nice to hear from a viewer who appreciates my work.

@Ryanzz-vf7gq 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! One thing to mention, the af focus speed on video makes a hugeeee difference, but not when tapping the screen. If you have af-f for example, and move your box over the back object, it will take its time and slowly fade out to the back object

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip! Always nice to have active viewers adding good info, appreciated.

@Ryanzz-vf7gq 2 жыл бұрын

@@MaartenHeilbron no problem! I just got my Z6ii and noticed that it didn’t affect the speed sometimes and wondered why, but it depends on what mode.

@leonardnorwitz3537 2 жыл бұрын

Neatly described, Martin. My comment (and question) is about focus, specifically "focus and recompose." Honestly, I've never understood how adjusting the focus point in handheld shooting of still objects or scenes, either by pressing some (hopeful) point on the LCD screen or using the AF-On button or back-button focus is the least bit efficient compared to simply setting up the camera for a small focus point in the center PERMANENTLY (unless re-assigned in the menu, for example, when you need to track something), using that point to focus, recomposing and pressing the shutter. It's old-fashioned, yes, but it's also simple and, with one exception*, works every time. It can be therefore be used every time, which further speeds up workflow. The one instance where this does not work is when you want to have something on the far side of the frame in focus at relatively short distances using wide apertures. Thing is, I can't seem to find way to fix that focus point on my Nikon Z7II. It has a bad habit of having moved to some random point in the frame without my having done anything deliberate to make that happen. By the way, am I correct that this camera, regardless of lens, cannot magnify the scene simply by rotating the manual focus ring on the lens? Using the AF-On button on the back of the camera is clumsy. Can you help?

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words. I think that there's more than one exception. And with the latest cameras (like the Z7II) using auto with wide area nearly always get the right subject, particularly for faces (as long as face/eye is on). Nikon, Fujifilm and Sony all excel with that technique. Yes, the random reset problem. Turn off touch, as that's usually the culprit. You somehow accidentally touch the screen and it sets to that point. There's no auto expanded view (that I've found anyway) but the magnify keys are second best and provide the punch in for focus. Of course, if your spot is in the right place, the bottom left corner is a very useful MP assist.

@leonardnorwitz3537 2 жыл бұрын

@@MaartenHeilbron Thanks Maarten for you most prompt reply. I'm gratified you took the trouble. I will try to sort out how to "turn off touch." You are probably right about its being the primary culprit. You are also correct that the auto with wide area nails it nearly all the time. However, there's something aesthetically irksome about having a gadget making decisions for me that I should be making myself. In any case, I tend to shoot citiscapes and landscapes requiring maximum depth of field that, in turn, requires me to set the focus point at a particular point into the frame that the camera couldn't possibly recognize on its own. Handheld photography demands that I make use of every available tool for optimum focus (and exposure), which means as high a shutter speed as possible with the lowest ISO. In the old days I would simply set focus using the hash marks on the lens barrel, which does the job neatly assuming that the markings are correct. Some modern lenses are hit and miss in this respect, as I'm sure you know. Correct exposure is no longer as important as it once was. In fact, I set the exposure manually for a given range of shots and adjust in post, something you can't do with focus. Your comment that I could rely on my spot being in the right place is what I have come to use -- that plus matrix exposure when I'm not suing full manual.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

@@leonardnorwitz3537 I make it a habit to read and reply to all messages. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Always nice to hear from a photographer who knows how to manage the situation to their advantage.

@DirkDien 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for this helpful presentation of all the new features coming from a DSLR!

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Always nice to read that my videos are appreciated.

@cheshireborderwalking7789 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Maarten. I'll have to catch up with the rest of your sessions.

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Please do, thanks for the kind words.

@Jimgoodwin846 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a great video on the menu system. Outstanding delivery and organization.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your kind words.

@johnhancock597 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this very informative video, I was very confused until I saw this. Thanks again!

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! It's always nice to know that my videos are useful and appreciated

@djzee4571 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for transferring your knowledge! One of the best videos on this topic!

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your very kind words, nice to read that my work is appreciated.

@rotvonrat 4 жыл бұрын

I like your Nikon info, thanks.

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words.

@LarryHopper 2 жыл бұрын

I love a Canadian's using an Anne Shirley doll. :-) Thanks for an interesting video and keep up the good work.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Anne is a very useful prop, as she seems to engage the eye/face detect on nearly all cameras and sits still more nicely than most models.

@bcBiz 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, one of the best "camera help" videos

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your kind words, thanks.

@christianpetersen1782 2 жыл бұрын

Maarten, this is just the confirmation I needed prior to my used Z7 arriving tomorrow. I’m only a hobby landscape photographer but rationalised the Z7 over the Z6 for the crop factor to save on buying many lenses. I’d love to know more of the FN button and U1, U2 & U3 settings you use to get me off to a flying start. A really helpful video even 2 years later. Many thanks.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, I think the Z7 remains a very good choice (unless the Z9 is in your budget). At the moment (as I don’t have a Z7) no plans to produce more content.

@EdwardKilner 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice presentation. The order of topics was excellent. Was planning on Father’s Day...may need to delay until market recovers a bit. Stay well.

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words and wishes. These are difficult times, and I hope that you and yours remain safe and healthy.

@kelvinlau9623 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video. Good explanation on nikon z focusing techniques. Making gonna upgrade to Z system.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate your kind words.

@jerfareza Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed your explanation. It's very helpful!

@MaartenHeilbron Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! A pleasure to read your kind words.

@jerfareza Жыл бұрын

@@MaartenHeilbron Yes I just got a Z5 and though I'm a long time Nikon DSLR shooter I felt kinda lost. Watching your video makes the transition easier.

@MaartenHeilbron Жыл бұрын

Always nice to read that my videos provide useful guidance to my viewers. Thanks for commenting.

@davidhart6900 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Maarten for your precise descriptions easily understandable Tkcare David-:)

@MaartenHeilbron Жыл бұрын

Always nice to read that viewers appreciate my work, thanks!

@peterjoseph3839 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks Maarten! Yor tips works mosty on my Z5 as well.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Thanks for the kind words.

@shushens Жыл бұрын

This video is just absolutely amazing! Thank you! I learnt a lot!

@MaartenHeilbron Жыл бұрын

Always nice to read that my videos are helpful and appreciated. Thanks!!

@snoorani1 2 жыл бұрын

Your video is amazing! Thanks for making time.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Thanks for your kind words.

@johnboyd7615 4 жыл бұрын

Maarten, you might wish to make the point that much of this also applies to the 780 when using the rear screen. Cheers John Boyd

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, yes, that's a good point.

@guyyowell8547 4 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your videos Maarten. They’re very informative!!

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them, always a pleasure to read kind words from a viewer.

@mnis 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for such great explanation, it was really helpful

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

I'm always pleased to read that my viewers appreciate my videos, thanks!!

@wimdekoning3984 4 жыл бұрын

Great presentation. Well organised. I learned a lot. Thanks Maarten!

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Always nice to read that my work is appreciated.

@Brian.Melnyk 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks for sharing your knowledge!

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Always my pleasure, thanks for commenting.

@christianfritschi9741 4 жыл бұрын

Well done and extremely explicit. Thank you !

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad to read that you enjoyed it.

@musallimchowdhury7006 3 жыл бұрын

Huge thanks for Going into such details. Loved it.

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Always nice to have my detailed work appreciated, thanks for your kind words.

@vipescador 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a million Maarten!

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

It's always my pleasure, thanks for your kind words.

@fredlouw2312 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you always a pleasure to watch your videos..

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

So nice of you to say, thanks for commenting.

@BigJTMoney2k 4 жыл бұрын

Great content overall. I've continued to enjoy your work. Thanks

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated! Always nice to read kind words.

@etritrakaj 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I learned a lot from you and can use my new Nikon Z6ii much better now!

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Always nice to know my videos are appreciated.

@AndreiDimaReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful tutorial!

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you think so! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

@tysonblankemeyer5500 4 жыл бұрын

You remind me of Les Nesman from WKRP in Cincinnati? OMG that turkey episode was hilarious. Great video, thank you. You have a new sub.

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

That reminds me - it's just about time to do a turkey episode! Thanks for the kind words and the subscription.

@rischa6 27 күн бұрын

Excellent video. Thank you :)

@MaartenHeilbron 27 күн бұрын

Thank you for your kind words, appreciated!

@damerlasudhir 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! This is perfect ! Well explained sir!

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it, always nice to read that my videos are appreciated.

@andregoldfarb3060 4 жыл бұрын

as always great video..Great camera also..Mine is z6

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Always nice to read kind words, thank you.

@Julia-gd8jw 4 жыл бұрын

Wow - great tutorial, thanks a lot Maarten!

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Always nice to hear from a viewer who appreciates my work.

@ahadizadpanah6257 4 жыл бұрын

Many Thanks , it was the exact thing i was looking for !

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Terrific, always nice to know my videos are helpful. Thanks!

@daleb9591 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot, it was very clear to understand everything you said 👍

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome! I'm always pleased to read my videos are helpful.

@jimwlouavl 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this tutorial.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

@user-ls8vr4ls5s Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Thank you

@MaartenHeilbron Жыл бұрын

I appreciate your kind words, thanks!

@Artem-pe3sb 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Short and to the point.

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Always nice to read kind words from appreciative viewers.

@georgecharpentier6043 4 жыл бұрын

Very informative and very useful. Thank you.

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

So nice of you to comment, thanks for the kind words.

@vmntrl7849 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video! Greetings from 🇨🇱

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for commenting.

@leonardwiggins9360 4 жыл бұрын

Good info to trial and error with! Well presented,

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words.

@Shiffyphoto 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU! This is so helpful, subscribed

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@lindakarlin2980 3 жыл бұрын

Super video. Thank you!!

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! Always nice to know my work is appreciated.

@sabrinamccroy1911 3 жыл бұрын

Canadians are the sweetest people

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Aw, gosh, thanks! It must be the maple syrup.

@K3rty 4 жыл бұрын

How I haven't subscribed yet? Fantastic video!

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks! Always nice to welcome a new subscriber.

@adychandra2031 Ай бұрын

Excellent tutorial, Maarten. Very organised and concise language. I like the way you describe the when and where for the AF modes and AF-area selection. However, I am still not clear the difference between subject tracking with AF-S which "tracks" the subject and AF-C which "continuously" focuses on the subject. Is it not that tracking the subject means continuously focusing on the subject? Plse help to explain elaborate more.

@MaartenHeilbron Ай бұрын

AFG-S and subject tracking is not a workable combination. Thanks for your kind words.

@jallohstrawberry3124 4 жыл бұрын

Firs 🙏 best video

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Congrats! Thanks for the kind words.

@user-vg8my3zg8e 10 ай бұрын

Thank you, great tutorial

@MaartenHeilbron 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind words!

@firdausmanja7588 3 жыл бұрын

Hey u just solved my problems..thank u so much

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, always nice to know my videos are useful and appreciated.

@GaryJahman 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Maarten, I linked your video to mine as I had some autofocus issues with the Z50 :) Hope you don't mind. Still even with your tips, it feels like these cameras need more some effort to get the focus correctly. First time buyers/owners might get a bit dissapointed about this.

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

That's fine, thanks for letting me know. Adapting your style and workflow to a new camera is always a challenge.

@bobwoolcock 2 жыл бұрын

I figured out how to lock the focus point on the Z9. Can't find it on Z7 menu. I don't think it's there. When I shoot back button focus I like to keep it in the same place - sort of upper right - I just move the frame slightly to put the red square over eyes or whatever I want in focus, press the focus button, re-compose and shoot. very fast and secure method for most non-sports shots. But it's easy to move it with the that toggle switch just below and then you have to find it again. Squirrelly.

@MaartenHeilbron 2 жыл бұрын

I'm appreciating your advanced tips, thanks!!

@nellatrab 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Maarten!

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Thanks for taking the time to comment, appreciated.

@georgeglez 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, very informative!

@MaartenHeilbron 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for letting me know.

@marclabro 3 жыл бұрын

nice tuto. can you please make a similar one with Z6II, explaining how to play with red and yellow boxes and tracking subject when AF is lost. Lot of tutos on youtube showing how bad is AF used on skateboarders, bicycler, moving portrait,... these people often come from the amazing sony a7m3 and expect z6II does the same job, which will require some firmware updates from Nikon. so, today we need to help AF when it is lost with the available tools provided by Z6II.

@MaartenHeilbron 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the request, but won't be able to create any videos about the Z6II until Nikon Canada's reviewer loan program resumes.