Mastering Depth of Field: Essential for Capturing Stunning Photos
Depth of field decides what is sharp and what melts away, and it is one of the strongest depth cues in any photograph. In this 21-minute lesson, Peter Charles explains how to control it deliberately.
What you will learn
- The three things that control depth of field
- Two further considerations that change the result
- When to choose a shallow or a deep depth of field
Why it matters for 3D
In stereo photography you usually want deep depth of field so both eyes find detail everywhere. See our 3D camera settings guide for practical numbers.
