Depth of Field (DoF) refers to the zone of acceptable sharpness in our picture. Let’s take that a bit further. When you focus your lens (any lens) at any given distance, technically speaking, only that point (and all points along that same plane – plane of focus) should be sharp. However, in reality, some distance in front of and some distance beyond the focussed plane is … [Read more...]
Ask Uncle Ronnie – August 2017
Going below ISO 100 When I check the EXIF data in some photographs in various magazines, sometimes the image is taken at ISO 50. I own a Nikon D5300. In it, the minimum ISO setting is 100. Is it possible to go below this ISO in my camera? Or is this possible only in high-end models? Is there any calculation/ formula for setting ISO below 100? If yes, kindly explain in … [Read more...]
My Life with Cameras…
Mohan Thomas I was born and raised along with two younger brothers in the beautiful city of Bangalore. I have been blessed to have caring parents and it gives me immense joy as I recollect my wonderful childhood memories. Growing up, we had a Yashica D Twin lens camera at home, which was the reason I got drawn towards photography. The concept of capturing precious moments … [Read more...]
Mighty Macros!
Based in Mumbai, India, Soumendra Mukhopadhyay is an engineer by profession and a passionate photographer. His love for nature and an eye for creativity helps him capture the mesmerising beauty of wildlife through his camera. Soumendra specialises in Macro photography and his work has been appreciated and acknowledged by various renowned magazines and online forums. To view … [Read more...]
Exposure Modes
Rohinton Mehta Most cameras allow us to shoot using different exposure modes – Aperture priority (A), Shutter priority (S), Program (P) and Manual (M). On Canon cameras, Aperture priority is known as Aperture value (Av) and Shutter priority is known as Time value (Tv). Some cameras also offer Scene modes but in this write-up, we shall not be discussing them. Let’s see how … [Read more...]
