Understanding Dof long post.. please read
Posted: Wed Mar 14, 2007 12:25 am
Hey guys, so I've really been experimenting with my camera the last few weeks, and Im trying to get to know my camera and the more i do it the more motivated I am getting. However, I would like a few things explained to me, in a way that won't just make my head hurt in confusion.
DOF.
So I've been trying to learn the concept of a long depth of field, and by that I know that I need to have:
-A higher aperture, and a slow shutterspeed??
-adjustment to the ISO depending on lighting....
and for a low dof,
- small aperture, errrmm... fast shutterspeed.
Im working with a 18-55mm at the moment, and maybe it's me, but I can't seem to get a really long dof when focusing on landscapes. I always have to subtly edit the contrast on photoshop as well. would a higher aperture sort that problem?
Im sorry if I sound stupid and I am slightly embarassed because everybody here are experts :/
Im thinking of investing in a better lense, with a better focus and focal length, ideas? Everybody has recommended the 50mm prime.. will that do the job? Thanks
DOF.
So I've been trying to learn the concept of a long depth of field, and by that I know that I need to have:
-A higher aperture, and a slow shutterspeed??
-adjustment to the ISO depending on lighting....
and for a low dof,
- small aperture, errrmm... fast shutterspeed.
Im working with a 18-55mm at the moment, and maybe it's me, but I can't seem to get a really long dof when focusing on landscapes. I always have to subtly edit the contrast on photoshop as well. would a higher aperture sort that problem?
Im sorry if I sound stupid and I am slightly embarassed because everybody here are experts :/
Im thinking of investing in a better lense, with a better focus and focal length, ideas? Everybody has recommended the 50mm prime.. will that do the job? Thanks