Nikon Z8 - a3: Focus Tracking with Lock-On; Blocked Shot AF Response; Subject Motion

Choose how quickly focus responds if something passes between
the subject and the camera when AF‑C is selected for the focus
mode.
a3: Focus Tracking with Lock-On
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ACustom Settings menu
Blocked Shot AF Response
Choose [5] ([Delayed]) t
o help maintain focus on your original subject.
Choose [1] ([Quick]) to make it easier to shift focus to objects crossing your field of view.
Regardless of the option selected, blocked shot AF response functions in mode[3] when [3D-
tracking] is selected for AF-area mode.
If [Auto-area AF] is selected for AF-area mode, blocked shot AF response will function in mode [3]
when [2] or [1] is selected.
Subject Motion
Option Description
[Steady]
Choose for smooth focus when phot
ographing subjects that approach the camera at a
steady pace.
[Erratic]
Choose for improved response when photographing subjects prone to sudden starts
and stops.
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a3: Focus Tracking with Lock-On