autofocus

or au·to-fo·cus

[ aw-toh-foh-kuhs ]

adjective

1. having the ability to focus automatically:

   an autofocus lens; an autofocus camera.

noun

1. such an ability.

autofocus

/ ˈɔːtəʊˌfəʊkəs /

noun

1. another name for automatic focus

Word History and Origins

Origin of autofocus¹

First recorded in 1955–60; auto- ³ + focus

Example Sentences

While you’re shooting those fast bursts, the A1 performs up to 120 auto-exposure and autofocus calculations per second.

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Like the iPhone 12 Pro Max, the Galaxy S21 Ultra has laser-based autofocus, which should also help it get sharp photos in low-light.

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At first, I was relying heavily on the built-in autofocus, but I quickly realized that’s a mistake in many circumstances.

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I’ve been shooting with an R5 since summer and I’ve been consistently impressed with just about everything it offers, from image quality and autofocus tracking, down to the design and feel.

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In the 12 Pro that laser sensor also assists the camera’s autofocus system in low-light situations.

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