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Posted in Tools and Techniques on Dec 26th, 2009
In the previous entry about hyperfocal distance, I introduced several mathematical relationships that make all of this work. Simply put, using the hyperfocal distance (HFD) at any given aperture, will produce the greatest depth of field (*). By looking at some examples across different sensors (full frame and 1.5 crop factor) you can get an [...]
Posted in How to, Photography information, Tools and Techniques on Nov 29th, 2009
Hyperfocal distance is a function of focal length, f-number, and the circle of confusion (or most correctly, the circle of least confusion). Simply put, using the hyperfocal distance setting at any given aperture will result in the greatest depth of field (New York Institute of Photography). At the heart of the hyperfocal equation is a [...]
Posted in Africa, Photo of the Week, Safari, Travel on Oct 25th, 2009
Nikon D300, 17-55 @ 17mm, ISO 200, f10 at 1/160 sec Deep in the sand dunes of Namibia, I was presented with a rolling light show of highlights and shadows as the sun rose from my left. With the camera having significantly less dynamic range than the human eye, it is always a challenge to [...]