Archive for the ‘exposure lock’ tag
What’s the Best Method to Autofocus? Center Point or Outer?
One of our readers sent us a question a few days ago and we thought it would be good to respond in a post so the other readers could learn and share their thoughts and experiences. The reader’s mail brought up a good point: is it best to use the outer focusing points or the center for the sharpest image and the most accurate focusing?
Custom Functions: A Hidden Treasure in Your Camera
A while back, I posted a photograph on Flickr which lead to a discussion on the settings I used to create that particular image. I started listing away the basic exposure values (aperture, shutter,etc.) and then I got into custom function settings. As soon as “custom functions” entered the conversation, a barrage of questions quickly followed. What are custom functions? How do I access them? Where can I find more information on custom functions? Sadly, I was not surprised to hear that so many people are not using these fantastic, and somewhat hidden, settings as manufacturers love to bury them in a sea of menus. Let’s take a trip to the mystical world of custom functions. Read the rest of this entry »
