DEPTH OF FIELD
When the lens is focused on a subject, it will turn out sharpest in the picture. However, the zone of sharpne
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depth of field of a lens and it varies as follows:
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2. The long
3. The zone of sharpness behind the point the lens is focused on is wider than that in front of it. Further, a lens
with a shor
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xtends over a certain distance in front of and behind the point the lens is focused on. This is known as the
. The smaller the aperture, the wider the depth of field, and vice versa.
er the camera-subject distance, the wider the depth of field, and vice versa.
ter focal length has a wider depth of field than one with a longer focal length.
<Depth of Field Scale>
You can check the zone of sharpness on the Depth of Field Scale of your lens. If you are using a 50 mm normal
epth of field scale that the zone of sharpness extends lens and have set the aperture at f16, you will see the d
from about 2.7 m to infinity (see illustration).
CAMER
· Do not leave the camera in a hot place (e.g.
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allow it to cool to normal temperature before use.
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and sand and dust may cause damage to the internal mechan
· Remove dust and dirt on the lens and viewfinder eyepiece with a soft lens brush or blower brush. Remove
finger marks by wiping off lightly with lens
· In case the mirror is soiled, dust off lightly with a lens brush. Al
A CARE
in direct sunlight, in a closed car, etc.) for too long a time, because
xcessive heat may adversely affect the film, batteries, or camera mechanism. If the camera has become too hot,
After shooting seaside or mountain scenes, clean the camera very carefully. Sea breezes may cause corrosion,
ism of the camera.
tissue.
ways take extra care to avoid scratches.
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