Setting Guide (For Still Photography)

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The following are the recommended settings for shots of
sporting events and other scenes that feature motion:
Photo shooting menuPhoto shooting menu
Focus mode Continuous AF
AF-area mode Dynamic-area AF
Vibration reduction Sport
Silent photography O
Custom Settings menuCustom Settings menu
a3 Focus tracking with lock-on 3
d5 Shutter type Auto
Other settingsOther settings
Release mode Continuous H or Continuous H (extended)
Shutter speed High shutter speeds of ⁄s or faster
Monitor mode Prioritize viewfinder
Focus Mode: Choose “
Continuous AFContinuous AF” (AF-C)!
Choose AF‑C for shots of mobile sub-
jects. The camera adjusts focus con-
tinuously while the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway or the
AF‑ON button is pressed.
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Basic Settings for Sports Photography