ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Autofocus

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Autofocus is a noun meaning To focus automatically.

Meaning

To focus automatically.

More Meanings

  1. (electronics, photography) A feature of some cameras and other optical systems that allows a correct focus on the subject to be obtained automatically

Example Sentences

This camera has autofocus, so it's more expensive.
My camera makes a funny sound when it autofocuses.
The camera was autofocused before the picture was taken.

Word Forms

Synonyms for autofocus

Depending on context, synonyms include AF.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include self-focus, autoexposure, autozoom, autoiris, focimeter, focuser.

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