Depth of Field

 

DOF is probably one of the most dramatic examples of how learning to effectively utilize will improve your photography.

 

 

 

 

The following is a presentation generated by the former teacher...and has some useful examples.

 

 

 

 

Depth-of-Field Shooting Assignment

 

  1. Standing along something like a wall, like bricks, a fence, lockers, bleachers, etc. The wall should run at about a 45-90 degree angle to the film.
    1. Wide open (f/4 or larger)
    2. Closed down (f/22 or small as possible)
  2. Really close to a subject at wide angle (18mm)
    1. Wide open (f/4 or larger)
    2. Closed down (f/22 or small as possible)
  3. Fairly close to a subject (less than 5'), at 200mm, with a simple background.
    1. Wide open (f/5.6 or larger)

                                                               i.      When working with shallow-depth of field and a telephoto lens, watch your focus point...as your DOF will be inches…or less.

    1. Closed down (f/22 or small as possible)…you may need to increase your ISO…or use a tripod