Re: Hyperfocal focusing: Use judgment first!

[P3D Eric Goldstein <egoldste@xxxxxx>]

P3D Gregory J. Wageman wrote:

> I've decided thanks to this discussion that it will be worth burning
> a few rolls of film to go out and experiment very deliberately with
> selective focus, against a variety of backgrounds and in a range of
> lighting conditions.  

Great!

> The f/1.4 50mm lenses, wide open, should be perfect
> for short DOF shots.  

Especially working at closer distances. If you're interested, the
archives should have a post I made a few months ago regarding portrait
work using 35 mm lenses...

> With enough examples of what works and what doesn't,
> maybe I can start to develop a sense for it, instead of relying on
> luck.

I'd really enjoy hearing about the results of your experimentation and
your opinions on what works and what doesn't... hope you'll keep the
list posted. Many folks (myself included) have asked from time to time
for more discussion on technique versus technicals, and this seems like
a good opportunity.


Eric G.


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