The more you know about the lens, the functions of the lens, and the simple rules and configurations that you can set up with lens functions, the easier it will be to create the images you want. The basic things to work with to get your best shot:
- aperture & f/stop settings
- depth of field / area in focus
- gain control – remember to always shoot at lowest gain level
These are discussed in the videos below. Watch and learn!
A Simple Explanation of F-Stop
. . . further explained here, but don’t worry about the math, just concentrate on the concept and the relationships described between aperture and f/stop value . . .
http://www.paragon-press.com/lens/lenchart.htm
A Simple Guide to Depth of Field
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