Question on AF points

[sinned79]

I use one CFn where you can put the AF point selection at the arrow keys, center button is center AF point. Works pretty well and is faster than 3s, not even looking when used to it.

Are you sure this exists? Matrix Metering system is also used in Canon bodies, they just name it differently.

matrix metering on nikon = evaluative metering on canon right?

 

[wmayeo]

Based on FX and DX series, Nikon operates on three Auto Focus modes:
1. Dynamic-area AF mode (choose from 9, 21, 51 & 51 pts 3D-tracking)
2. Single-point AF mode (custom settings allow 51 or 11 AF pts, you may pick one of the points for single-point AF mode)
3. Auto-area AF mode (All 51pts are stand-by to focus on scene)

Their exposure metering names are:
1. Matrix (the long name is "3D colour matrix metering II")
2. Center-weighted
3. Spot

Here are two links you may read to understand how Nikon metering and auto focus system works.

*Warning long read and may confuse you even more.. :bsmilie:

 

[kineticworks]

A bit of mixed up here (Wrong info from my dear Nikon user)..
I am refering to dynamic area AF, not matrix metering.

I use one CFn where you can put the AF point selection at the arrow keys, center button is center AF point. Works pretty well and is faster than 3s, not even looking when used to it.

Are you sure this exists? Matrix Metering system is also used in Canon bodies, they just name it differently.

 

[Octarine]

matrix metering on nikon = evaluative metering on canon right?

Yep. That is the correct Canon term.