This episode of Photography Tips and Reviews talks about the 3 types of autofocus points found in most DSLR cameras and how they help your camera grab focus.

Knowing your DSLR autofocus type might help explain why your camera autofocus system is so lousy or so awesome. Plus knowing autofocus point types might help you decide which camera is best for your needs. Cross type autofocus points are also explained.

Cross-type autofocus points explained.

• Contrast Detect,
• Phase Detect and
• Dual Pixel autofocus is explained.

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• Do you know what type of autofocusing system is in your camera?