A11: Built-In Af-Assist Illuminator - Nikon Z 6II Reference Manual

a11: Built-in AF-Assist Illuminator

Choose whether the built-in AF-assist illuminator lights to assist
the focus operation in photo mode when lighting is poor.
Option
[On]
[Off]
D
The AF-Assist Illuminator
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The AF-assist illuminator has a range of about 1–3 m (3 ft 4 in.–9 ft
10 in.).
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Remove lens hoods when using the illuminator.
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Do not obstruct the AF-assist illuminator while it is lit.
A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings
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In photo mode, the illuminator will light as required when
AF-S is selected for focus mode.
The illuminator does not light to assist the focus operation.
The camera may not be able to focus when lighting is poor.
G button U A Custom Settings menu
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