Tips for Better Focus

1. Pick three of these techniques and summarize them. What do each technique demonstrate? What does it add to the shot?

2. Which techniques could you start using right away? Why?

1. Be familiar with the lens. By knowing how much turning in which direction can allow the subject to be in focus, there is a higher change that more shots will be in focus. This technique demonstrates a firm understanding of the lens and ultimately leads to a better shot.

2. When attempting a focus pull, it is easier to set the initial focus to the closer subject and then to shift the focus to something further away. subjects away from the camera tend to have a deeper depth of field, allowing more range for an acceptable focus.

3. If a focus ring is too small, it can be useful to buy a focus gear that allows for a better grip. This can assist the camera operator to have more precision when focusing on a subject.

I can start using technique #2. Although I had a general understanding of depth of field, I didn't realize this concept can be used in a focus pull. I will keep this in mind when shooting outdoors or planning the next shoot.