Hi John,

Continuous focus mode as even if the bird is stationary it always seems to be moving. (my reasoning) I was using a tripod.

Yes, I could see the bird going in and out of focus continuously.

I have yet to try back button focus even though I have read about how wonderful it is, it sounds just as complicated as this thread but it sounds like I will have to try it.

Thank you for advising. Truly appreciated.

Quote Originally Posted by PhotomanJohn View Post
Christina,

Are you using single or continuous focus mode? If you were in continuous maybe there was enough camera motion such that the focus point was falling off the subject then back on causing the camera to change the focus. If you were able to see it going in and out of focus you might try (if not already) using back button focus set to AF-C and disable the shutter button from focusing. This way you can play with the auto-focus until it looks right then stop focusing and take the shot.

John