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Re: RIP: Depth of Field - beagledave - 04-13-2010
Paul F. wrote:
Can a photographic-retard like myself politely request a laymans definition of "Depth of Field" in this context?
Preferably one using small words?
Thanks :-)
"Shallow depth of field" means that only part of the photograph is in focus. This is usually an intentional thing. The OP seems to be lamenting that shallow depth of field is dominating more and more photographic shooting these days.
By contrast, in Jamie's photo, all of the photo is in sharp focus.
Re: RIP: Depth of Field - pRICE cUBE - 04-13-2010
Depends on the skill level but I see no shortage of enthusiasts throwing down $1800 for the Canon 85mm 1.2 and similar lenses. I think it is great that most people shoot deeper DOF than shallow, makes my images for l=clients look better in their perception.
Re: RIP: Depth of Field - NewtonMP2100 - 04-13-2010
....wow...this discussion is deep.....
Re: RIP: Depth of Field - RAMd®d - 04-13-2010
Depth of field is the area in front of [and behind] the point of focus that is also in focus
You focus on a subject at 10' and depth of field extends from a point in front of the subject to a point behind the subject.
This area or zone changes with the f/stop and focal length of the lens.
Re: RIP: Depth of Field - pRICE cUBE - 04-13-2010
NewtonMP2100 wrote:
....wow...this discussion is deep.....
I was about to say this discussion has bouts of shallowness.
Re: RIP: Depth of Field - Paul F. - 04-13-2010
OK.. Got it.
(now I can relate it to things like target rifle aperture sights and adjustable objective rifle scopes...)
Thanks :-)
Re: RIP: Depth of Field - Racer X - 04-13-2010
Paul F. wrote:
OK.. Got it.
(now I can relate it to things like target rifle aperture sights and adjustable objective rifle scopes...)
Thanks :-)
yes, a pinhole sight aperture gives incredible depth of field.
Re: RIP: Depth of Field - M>B> - 04-13-2010
There is a widget for DOF...
http://www.apple.com/downloads/dashboard/calculate_convert/dofcdepthoffieldcalculator.html
Re: RIP: Depth of Field - Markintosh - 04-13-2010
Or you can use neutral density filters to control exposure so you can open the aperature. I was just discussing this topic with markintosh Jr last night.
Re: RIP: Depth of Field - Mac1337 - 04-13-2010
