| Photo Information |
Copyright: David Robert (ProximityCast)
![Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Silver Note Writer [C: 61 W: 10 N: 25]](http://i1.treklens.com/misc/g-s-s.gif) (171) |
| Genre: People |
| Medium: Color |
| Date Taken: 2008-12-22 |
| Categories: Experimental |
| Camera: Nikon D200 |
| Photo Version: Original Version |
| Date Submitted: 2008-12-22 21:53 |
| Viewed: 288 |
| Points: 0 |
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| [Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note |
Depth of Field
a photographer's prerogative
Depth of Field is commonly used to put the focus on the desired subject in a photo's composition.
In the top frame it would be the CSA shot glass.
In the middle frame it would be BOTH the CSA shot glass and the Stonewall Jackson shot glass.
In the bottom frame it would be the Stonewall Jackson shot glass that receives the emphasis.
Typically you decide where you want the emphasis and control it with DOF.
Preference is often subjective, and belongs to the photographer. In this case my personal feelings is that both shot glasses deserve equal recognition, so a larger DOF (higher number/smaller aperture opening) presents both equally as well. However, sometimes it is preferred to single out a particular subject in the focus. DOF can do that for you by zeroing in the focus on the desired item and and using a large aperture opening and small DOF number.
Another time when DOF is handy is in low light situations where you need a faster shutter speed to reduce blur. A larger aperture with a small DOF number can accomplish this for you by allowing more light through the lens shortening the time the shutter needs to be open. Just make sure your camera focuses on the desired subject.
Kind Regards,
Dave
ps I hope everyone has a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year this holiday season, and may 2009 be better year than 2008 |
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