AF and Auto Modes
Autofocus. I have to admit, as a beginner, this was very important to me. Simply aim, press the AF button, and then maybe make some minor adjustments to the composition. I especially enjoyed doing this in the beginning with my Canon 5D Mark III. Which isn't a bad thing. After all, everyone has to start somewhere, and you learn by doing. And if the 5D comes into use again from time to time, then I also use the AF on this DSLR.
One thing you should do as a beginner is to work with the auto modes. Be it Aperture Priority (Av) or Shutter Priority (Tv). You should use whatever helps you in the beginning and, above all, is fun. Many professionals in street photography work with Aperture Priority (Av). And in this area of street photography, it makes perfect sense.
Another helpful feature is the ISO setting. Because let's be honest, the ISO value isn't that important these days. Many cameras today can produce excellent, noise-free images at high ISO settings. Back then, a low ISO value was a sign of a good understanding of the dynamic range. Today, you can easily leave the ISO on Auto if you prefer.
One feature I really appreciate is the Live View in the EVF (not via the backscreen LCD). "Seeing in black and white" through the EVF. "Seeing a different dimension." As I've mentioned before, as a black and white photographer, you eventually learn to see the world in black and white automatically. I personally find it very enjoyable to see the world "instantly" from my perspective. In black and white through the EVF. A view of reality through an abstract window. I couldn't do this with my Leica M8. But it wasn't a major obstacle. With the Q2 Monochrom, however, it's a lot of fun.
Because no matter which aids you use, if you don't generally understand the light triangle (aperture, shutter speed, and ISO), then you won't truly understand the aids. In my opinion, it's like any craft. You should understand the basics before you use the aids.
Regardless of which aids you use, it's about the enjoyment of photography. Nothing is bad or inferior. Every area has its setups that work best. Personally, I enjoy setting everything (aperture, shutter speed, and ISO) manually the most. And that's enough for me. I take my time with each image. I don't need to be quick. And if I do, I use zone focusing and hope the image turns out sharp.
In conclusion, I can actually be very grateful to Fuji. I unconsciously switched to the X-T2 back then because I liked being able to adjust everything manually. Later, I became interested in zone focusing and got my first manual lenses with distance scales on the lens itself. Today, this type of photography, manual focusing, is what I enjoy most, and I only take my photos this way. I like the challenge.
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