Re: DOF and Manual Focus

[P3D George Gioumousis <georggms@xxxxxxxxxx>]

P3D wrote
> 
> Regarding previous discussions of above, I specifically updated my
> line of Minolta Maxxums for the 700si which offers both features.
> I have found the DOF in particular quite helpful and use it constantly
> before shooting  to check what is or isn't going to be in focus at a 
> particular aperture. Especially in the use of the slide bar for macro 3d,
> it is practically essential to ensure sharpness throughout the image.
> The ability to choose Manual focus also comes in handy for slide bar
> macros or other situations when the lens may be perplexed about just 
> exactly where you intend the main focus, especially  if it is meant to be 
> otherwise than the center of the frame. Yes, the image darkens at f22
> by pushing the DOF button, but it is still quite visible and seems to 
> present no problem.
> 
> Carole
> 
I agree, even  to having switched recently to a 700si. 
> 
> 


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