Focus “Trick” with Digital Cameras

A shot which is very easy to accomplish by using a simple focus “trick” is focusing, moving slightly, then taking the shot.

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Example:

flower

You will notice the left is in focus while the right is out of focus. How is this achieved?

It’s very simple.

  1. Place your subject directly in the center of the frame.
  2. Focus but do not shoot.
  3. Physically move slightly to the left or right.
  4. Shoot.

The end result is what you see above. This can be done with any digital camera – even with the most inexpensive model!

It is the appearance of “selective” focus, a feature found on more expensive cameras. But you can replicate this easily just by focusing, physically moving, then taking the shot.

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