focus clarity
Dec 1, 2011 06:18:45 #
One other thought, make sure the lens, AND the camera are set to auto focus.
Dec 1, 2011 06:22:00 #
Jim 80149
Loc: NW Illinois
I replaced the focusing screen in my Pentax with one from Katz Eye. It has a split image, and a microprism. I missed those features from my film cameras. You can confirm the automatic focus, or use it with manual focusing. I wouldn't be without it. It's easy and quick to change too.
Dec 1, 2011 06:37:49 #
evans2ann wrote:
I have a Nikon d7000 with 18-105 lense that came with camera. First dslr. Got something nice so as to never upgrade. Anyway, I have played around with it for a few months and am not happy with the sharpness of photos in auto. (have not ventured out into manual yet) My old kodak easy share takes sharper pictures! Help! I'm getting discouraged.
Some of the members have already express their opinion as to why your pictures are not sharp; and yes, there are variations among the same lenses from the same manufacturer relative to the exact focus plane. I am not too familiar with the Nikon D-7000 but my full-frame D-700 provides an adjustment to optimize focusing for each individual lens. The recommended procedure is to set the camera on a sturdy tripod and shoot a fixed, high contrast target (usually included in some of the after market Nikon user manuals) and adjust the setting for maximum sharpness. Once done, the camera will remember that setting every time the lens is installed.
Dec 1, 2011 06:53:58 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
I loved my split-image focus screen that I popped into my Nikon F2 film camera. I would not venture to do this myself with my Nikon D5000 or D90.
Anyone know of a camera technician who can perform such service?
Screamin Scott wrote:
I swapped out my screen for an older MF split image screen as I shoot a lot of macro with older MF lenses.
I loved my split-image focus screen that I popped into my Nikon F2 film camera. I would not venture to do this myself with my Nikon D5000 or D90.
Anyone know of a camera technician who can perform such service?
It's not hard to do at all. Most outfits that sell the screens suppliy detailed directions...I did a D70s with a screen from focusingscreen.com
Dec 1, 2011 06:58:01 #
How's your vision? Compare your auto focus to manual on same subject. Play with this variable to see if your eye is better than your camera's. Focal point option(s) in set up is a variable so you can change that but I would first want to know if you can take a sharp pic in manual. If you wear glasses be sure your diopter setting (in manual)is correct for you. Sometimes I find the camera wants to fight with me on what exact point I want in focus. Eliminate the variables one at a time and keep track of them with pen and paper because it's not hard to get lost when you've never been there before. The camera is smart but it only knows what is programmed into it. Your internal program is actually better believe me you are smarter than your camera.
Dec 1, 2011 07:07:57 #
Just a wild guess, but it looks like the camera focused on the tree.
You should focus on the faces for the sharpest photo.
If you can use a smaller f/stop, it will give more depth of field.
You should focus on the faces for the sharpest photo.
If you can use a smaller f/stop, it will give more depth of field.
Dec 1, 2011 07:16:23 #
evans2ann wrote:
I have a Nikon d7000 with 18-105 lense that came with camera. First dslr. Got something nice so as to never upgrade. Anyway, I have played around with it for a few months and am not happy with the sharpness of photos in auto. (have not ventured out into manual yet) My old kodak easy share takes sharper pictures! Help! I'm getting discouraged.
I am sorry to read about how you went out and emptied your checking account. It's your first DSLR then you need more practice.
Dec 1, 2011 07:29:32 #
gizzy.whicker wrote:
A lot of pros on here that could probably give you better advice, but I've often had to focus on either one face or the other, with the shutter half-depressed, recompose, then take the shot. Otherwise I think what happened was that you focused on the tree behind/between the couple. That happens quite often if you're not thinking about it at the time.
evans2ann wrote:
Sending phot I used for Christmas card. It's ok but any camera would take one that good. Want it sharper.
A lot of pros on here that could probably give you better advice, but I've often had to focus on either one face or the other, with the shutter half-depressed, recompose, then take the shot. Otherwise I think what happened was that you focused on the tree behind/between the couple. That happens quite often if you're not thinking about it at the time.
Some cameras lock the auto-focus when you meter (press the shutter 1/2 way). If you do not meter, you should every time you take a picture. If you meter, then compose the shot, you may move your camera and auto-focus may have been zeroed in on a different object. I would get into the habit of metering then taking your shot after you meter taking more care of holding your camera in the same position. Even in auto you should meter to see what your camera has chosen for it's exposure.
As I said before, you probably need more practice with your expensive toy.
Dec 1, 2011 07:31:09 #
Dec 1, 2011 07:31:46 #
ole sarg
Loc: south florida
looks like your focus point is the tree. at what f stop are you shooting try shooting at f11 and get greater depth of field (more of what is in the frame is in focus).
Dec 1, 2011 07:34:40 #
ShakyShutter wrote:
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Dec 1, 2011 07:37:50 #
Dec 1, 2011 07:59:02 #
There are many reasons that can cause soft images. Try this before trying anything else. It is simple, quick and sure to help for now... then read the manual and try the scores of other techniques that can and will improve your image quality. SELECT ONLY 1 FOCUS POINT... USE A SHUTTER SPEED FAST ENOUGH TO COMBAT CAMERA SHAKE.
Dec 1, 2011 08:00:01 #
One simple question: Do you have the "Stability Control" ON on your lens ?
If it is OFF, most of your pics will be fuzzy.
Now, try to use a tripod and set the Aperture at F11 or F16 outside and use the 10 sec timer. See if that pic is sharp.
If it isn't, then maybe the lens needs to be calibrated versus the camera.
If it is OFF, most of your pics will be fuzzy.
Now, try to use a tripod and set the Aperture at F11 or F16 outside and use the 10 sec timer. See if that pic is sharp.
If it isn't, then maybe the lens needs to be calibrated versus the camera.
Dec 1, 2011 08:14:09 #
eqcm wrote:
Evans, br I also have a D7000 that I have complain... (show quote)
My daughter's camera, a d3100 w/18-200mm, had the same problem. We took it back to the Nikon authorized store here twice with no success. They pretty much told her that she must be using it wrong. She then called Nikon CS directly and ended up sending the whole rig in with some pictures on the card & a description of the problem as Nikon requested. It took about two weeks to get it back and now her camera shoots sharp as a tack. There was no real thorough explaination of what they worked on, the receipt only stated "calibration".
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