Using Live View for Manual Focusing
In earlier chapters, I walked you through the autofocus modes and gave you tips and tricks to help you get the sharpest images possible. But there may come a time when you feel that your AF (autofocus) system is letting you down or that you are not sure if you have truly achieved focus. In those situations, the key is to take advantage of manual focus and switch to Live View mode.
In Live View, you see on the LCD screen—in real time—what your camera sees. And you can zoom in to truly see the details of your image. While you’re zoomed in, you can manually adjust the focus to make sure your image is tack sharp. This is a handy technique to use in low-light situations, with landscape photography, or anytime you ...
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