![]() In reflex mode the 80D uses the same metering system as the 750D and 760D, which means there’s a 7,560-pixel RGB+IR (infrared) sensor and 63-zone Evaluative, Partial, Centre-weighted and Spot metering options. The Dual Pixel CMOS AF system’s focus shift is smooth enough to be usable when shooting video, but it is dependent upon the shooting scenario and speed of movement. ![]() It’s fast enough to shoot stills of moving subjects in some situations, but the viewfinder system is more reliable. The Live View and Video mode AF system is also good. In continuous autofocus mode, the 80D kept this skateboarder sharp easily as he moved across the frame and towards the camera It’s not 100% fool-proof but I got a high hit rate, and it’s more reliable than 45-point Automatic Selection mode. It’s a great option for moving targets and you see the points light up as they activate, giving you confidence that your images will be sharp. The camera then tracks the subject using the AF points within that zone. ![]() In this mode, the 45 AF points are grouped into nine zones and you select the most appropriate zone to use before starting to shoot. That’s easier said than done when you’re shooting skateboarders, who are prone to jumping, twisting and turning, and I had greater success when using the Zone AF mode. Single-point AF (Manual selection) mode also worked well provided I could keep the active point over the subject. I experimented with the AF point selection modes when shooting skateboarders in the gloomy conditions of London’s Undercroft skate park, and found that the 45-point Automatic Selection option is pretty capable, probably aided by the new colour detection system. It didn’t disappoint, getting stationary subjects sharp in a flash and keeping fast-moving subjects sharp, even in low light. Despite the very low light, the camera was able to focus, and noise is controlled well for ISO 16,000Ĭanon has given the 80D a significantly better autofocus (AF) system for use with the viewfinder than the 70D, so I was keen to put it to the test.
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