Chapter 5. Learning About Focus
Focus is essential to taking good photographs. A blurry or out-of-focus subject makes the picture unusable. Even though all digital cameras have an autofocusing system, focus problems are the leading cause of ruined photos in digital photography. In this chapter, you learn how to focus precisely, and what to focus on in a scene.
Understanding Focus Systems 54
Focus on an Off-Center Subject 56
Use Focus Modes 58
Discover Focus Techniques 59
Understanding Focus Systems
All digital cameras have autofocus built-in. These systems vary from camera to camera and their abilities range from a simple type of autofocus that focuses ...
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