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ˈɔ toʊˌfoʊ kəsaut·o·fo·cus

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. autofocusnoun

    an optical device for focussing a camera or other instrument automatically

Wiktionary

  1. autofocusnoun

    A feature of some cameras and other optical systems that allows a correct focus on the subject to be obtained automatically

    This camera has autofocus, so it's more expensive.

  2. autofocusverb

    To focus automatically.

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  1. autofocus

    Autofocus is a feature found in many types of imaging devices like cameras and optical systems, that automatically adjusts the focus of the device to keep the subject or object in sharp, clear view. This is usually achieved through a combination of different sensors, algorithms and motor systems, making necessary adjustments based on aspects like distance from the subject, light conditions, or movement.

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  1. Autofocus

    An autofocus optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus fully automatic or on a manually selected point or area. An electronic rangefinder has a display instead of the motor; the adjustment of the optical system has to be done manually until indication. The methods are named by the used sensor: Active, passive and hybrid.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of autofocus in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of autofocus in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

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