Sony 6000 Camera 4D FOCUS Settings Guide

This guide provides camera settings for the Sony 6000 to utilize the 4D FOCUS technology for shooting sports, portraits, and moving subjects.


Sony 6000 Camera 4D FOCUS Settings Guide - cover page
Brand
SONY
Category
Digital cameras
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
18
File format
PDF
File size
7.4 MB
Published
13 October, 2026
Updated
13 October, 2026
Model
6000
MD5 checksum
19432AA87D4B43D2939C78F1C1F8DDAF

About this manual

This document serves as a settings guide for the Sony 6000 camera, specifically focusing on the 4D FOCUS autofocus system. It explains how the system combines spatial and temporal data to track moving subjects with high clarity. The guide details the 'Wide Fast Steadfast' capabilities, including the hybrid AF system that merges phase-detection and contrast-detection methods.

What's inside

  • What is 4D FOCUS?
  • Fast Hybrid AF system
  • Basic settings for shooting a moving subject
  • Shooting dynamic sports scenes
  • Shooting swimmers splashing water
  • Capturing a moment from a dance scene
  • Shooting portraits with beautiful balances of bokeh and focus
  • Shooting lively expressions with background
  • How to select Flexible Spot
  • How to select Zone

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum high-speed continuous shooting rate with AF/AE tracking?

The camera supports a maximum of approximately 11 frames per second in high-speed continuous shooting mode.

How does the camera notify the user when a stationary subject is in focus?

When the Audio signals are set to On, the camera emits two short beeps to notify the user that the subject is in focus.

What shutter speed is recommended to avoid blur when shooting a moving subject?

Users should try to select a fast shutter speed, such as 1/500 sec. or faster, to prevent the subject from becoming blurred.

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