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How to Use zone AF mode on the Canon EOS 7D

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The Zone AF option on the Canon EOD 7D is a brand new feature, and it lets you select a cluster of AF points, which could be in center or off-center. In this video, see how to actually use the Zone AF selection on your digital SLR camera.

Zone AF:

• Automatically chooses the AF points to focus on the nearest subject in the Zone

• Moving the Zone of AF points with either dial or the Multi-Controller

Canon On-Camera Tutorial Videos explore a specific feature or technology of the EOS 7D. These instructional videos are designed to be viewed at your convenience: Watch them online, on the go, or even on your camera's rear LCD screen -- so you can follow along, every step of the way!

To download and playback a tutorial on your EOS 7D's LCD, follow these simple directions.

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