Photography Tip of the Day - October 28, 2010

By Nathaniel 3X Rhine

Finding Focus

For self-timer shots, where you set up the camera to include yourself in a group shot - ensure that the camera is not only framed correctly, but also focused on the group before you set off the self-timer. Alternatively, it may be easier to set the focus manually.

I hope this tip will be of benefit to you.

Happy shooting!

Photography Tip of the Day - October 27, 2010

By Nathaniel 3X Rhine

Finding Focus

If you have manual focusing controls on your camera or lens, learn to use them. The controls on some point-and-shoot cameras may be very limited to setting focus by distance, rather than by watching the sharpness of the image. Manual control is useful when photographing close-up as it allows you to make precise adjustments in focus.

I hope this tip will be of value to you. Happy shooting!

Photography Tip of the Day - October 26, 2010

By Nathaniel 3X Rhine

Finding Focus

If you set the auto-focus to single-shot or one-shot mode, the camera will expose only when it determines that focus has been found. This helps ensure sharp images but may slow down photography in fast-changing situations.

I hope this tip will be of value to you. Happy shooting!

Photography Tip of the Day - October 25, 2010

By Nathaniel 3X Rhine

Finding Focus

If your camera is unable to focus, for example, because the subject lacks detail or is too high in contrast, point the focusing spot at another object that is the same distance away as your subject, before re-framing your shot and taking the picture.

I hope this tip will be of value to you. Happy shooting!

Photography Tip of the Day - October 22, 2010

By Nathaniel 3X Rhine

Finding Focus:

If your camera offers a choice between multiple or single focusing points, choose the single, central point. This allows you to focus more precisely and to focus past near obstructions such as railings, or the leaves of a tree. In addition, the camera may work faster when set to a single focusing point, rather than several.

I hope this will prove to be helpful. Happy shooting!

Photography Tip of the Day - October 21, 2010

By Nathaniel 3X Rhine

Finding Focus:

When working very close to your subject, it may be easier to keep it in focus by maintaining the distance between yourself and the subject by moving the camera backwards and forwards (nearer and further away) rather than by adjusting focus.

I hope this tip will prove to be useful. Enjoy your shooting!