autofocus

noun au·to·fo·cus \ ˈȯ-tō-ˌfō-kəs \

Definition of autofocus

:an automatic focusing system (as on a camera)

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autofocus

verb

Recent Examples of autofocus from the Web

Sporting a 24-megapixel sensor, dual pixel autofocus and built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, the M6 can deliver photos that’ll blow your Instagram followers away, then comfortably disappear into a backpack or purse.

— lisa eadicicco, Time, "15 Gadgets That Every Student Needs," 25 Aug. 2017
Around the back, Motorola has packed dual 12MP f/2.0 cameras with phase detection and autofocus, but no optical image stabalization.

— michael simon, PCWorld, "Moto packs power, performance in rugged Z2 Force Edition, coming to a carrier near you," 25 July 2017
Besides the two cameras and LED flash, there's some other component in the camera module, probably a laser autofocus setup.

— ron amadeo, Ars Technica, "The Nokia 8 design leaks, expected to launch July 31st," 18 July 2017
Before digital photography, with autofocus and automatic exposure, the user of the camera had to focus the image and set the exposure manually.

— The Root, "Tracing Your Roots: Deciphering Illegible Genealogy Records," 19 May 2017
Making video inautomatic mode delivered an occasional rollercoaster ride with autofocus lagging and white balance showing inconsistencies.

— jackson lynch, WIRED, "Review: JVC GZ-HD40," 17 Oct. 2008

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