I need to take notes.
Mar 20, 2019 15:43:49 #
I haven't used my camera much because of crummy weather this winter. So, when we had a nice sunny day yesterday I thought I'd take my 50mm lens out for a stroll and see if there were any closeups I could shoot. But I couldn't get the darn thing to autofocus when set on AV mode! I tried everything, thought maybe the contacts were dirty, but AF worked fine on auto setting or any of the presets, just not on any of the set-it-yourself modes. What the heck??!!!?? Thought maybe it was the battery so I charged it, then got the camera out today to see if I could figure it out before posting to UHH.
Turned out I had set back-button focus up last time I was out. I didn't work with it long enough to make a memory, I guess. So a little red sticker is going on the outside of my lens cap to remind me I have BBF on until it becomes second nature. Guess the brain cells are getting harder to access.
BTW, thanks to all who discussed BBF before. It really does make it easier to focus while keeping the camera still. Looking forward to another sunny day, maybe this weekend.
Turned out I had set back-button focus up last time I was out. I didn't work with it long enough to make a memory, I guess. So a little red sticker is going on the outside of my lens cap to remind me I have BBF on until it becomes second nature. Guess the brain cells are getting harder to access.
BTW, thanks to all who discussed BBF before. It really does make it easier to focus while keeping the camera still. Looking forward to another sunny day, maybe this weekend.
Mar 21, 2019 07:10:38 #
You make me feel better. I did the same thing when I first set BBF. I think it took me 2 days to figure out what the problem was! With age comes wisdom?? Not so sure!
Mar 21, 2019 07:25:34 #
Trekker wrote:
You make me feel better. I did the same thing when I first set BBF. I think it took me 2 days to figure out what the problem was! With age comes wisdom?? Not so sure!
Getting older is mandatory.
Getting wiser is optional.
Mar 21, 2019 08:09:14 #
Dikdik
Loc: Winnipeg, Canada
Jolly Roger wrote:
Getting older is mandatory.
Getting wiser is optional.
Getting wiser is optional.
Growing up is also optional...
Dik
Mar 21, 2019 08:34:13 #
Jolly Roger wrote:
Getting older is mandatory.
Getting wiser is optional.
Getting wiser is optional.
I make it a general rule to avoid paying for useless options like extended warranties and wisdom!
Mar 21, 2019 09:12:36 #
Dikdik wrote:
Growing up is also optional...
Dik
Dik
I heard one time that my generation (early baby boomer) refuse to admit we're getting older! Nowadays my spirit is willing but my flesh is weak.
Mar 21, 2019 09:15:38 #
Dikdik
Loc: Winnipeg, Canada
BlueMorel wrote:
I heard one time that my generation (early baby boomer) refuse to admit we're getting older! Nowadays my spirit is willing but my flesh is weak.
I've used that excuse since I was a teenager...
Dik
Mar 21, 2019 09:38:47 #
Mar 21, 2019 09:39:22 #
There is no age limit nor time limit on stupid...........stuff happens and then we croak.
Mar 21, 2019 10:47:33 #
Mar 21, 2019 12:22:15 #
BlueMorel wrote:
I haven't used my camera much because of crummy we... (show quote)
Don't feel bad. I have the "note" and still forget why I can't focus some times.
Mar 21, 2019 13:06:06 #
Mar 21, 2019 13:15:46 #
Dikdik wrote:
Growing up is also optional...
Dik
Dik
Growing up may be optional but it should be avoided at all costs.
Mar 21, 2019 13:26:18 #
Gort55 wrote:
Don't feel bad. I have the "note" and still forget why I can't focus some times.
That makes me feel better!
Mar 21, 2019 18:16:25 #
BlueMorel wrote:
I haven't used my camera much because of crummy we... (show quote)
The sticker on the lens cap is a great idea. I'm going to use it. Thanks! >Alan
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