The BEST Focusing Technique (FOR SERIOUS SHARPNESS!!)

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@GodsIn2Love 3 года назад

The beauty of the bright sunlight is all the color that jumps into the lens from the wooded area.

@markwatson1861 2 года назад

Been a BBF convert for a number of years (and could never go back!) and I use a similar technique to yours for landscapes. For extra extra sharpness, I also use a shutter release delay and turn off any lens stabilization so there is no chance of the camera wobbling when I finally hit the shutter release. Great videos - keep taking great shots !

@ShaunBennettuk 3 года назад

Henry - I've only recently come across your content but loving the down to earth approach you have to doing informational and educational content. As for BBF, well this video has just brought my BBF exploits into a whole new realm. Will be putting this technique into my workflow without hesitation

@andyprime56 3 года назад

Ive used this method and full manual at X10 mag since shooting landscapes and more recently, everything I shoot. Other good tips to help ensure sharp focus include turning off image stabilisation when using a tripod, a shutter release timer (I use 10sec when using a 70-200 and 2sec for say a w/a zoom) and of course mirror lockup (if using a mirrored camera) to prevent mirror slam as that can cause shake and therefore unsharp images. However, you can ignore the last if using live view as your mirror is already locked up! Another great vid Henry, your enthusiasm for wet days shining through yet again!

@craiglivingforward 3 года назад

Henry, just came across your videos, I love your enthusiasm and also how you take your time to get a composition, to really look at what you're shooting. I think this is so important, so many people think you can just click away and get a good photo. I'm just returning to photography in the last couple of years and now trying out some YT vids as well. I will definitely be learning from you.

@ellyelzinga01 3 года назад

Fall colors are so beautiful at the moment, here in Holland as well! Been out to shoot yesterday, I also use the backbutton focus technique that you are using and it works like a charm!

@hillybobs56 2 года назад

I used to hyperfocal focus my old prime lenses on my EOS 3 back in my slide film days and set the aperture to f11. Everything in the frame was spot on. Most of my landscapes were taken on a 35mm f2 USM. I also used a 50 f1.4 and a 20-35 f3.5-5.6.

@whunt29708 3 года назад

If you're filming all that by yourself, great job. I know it must take time to set up plus you're carrying around that extra gear. Great video!

@yonder-john 3 года назад

I'm just beginning to discover your videos and I absolutely love them, such a calm yet focused experience.

@itaylorm 3 года назад

I like the way you included the color in the background on the right side of the tree as well. really adds to the photograph.

@gerrywidnell7304 3 года назад

Hello Henry. I've just found your channel and this is the first video I've watched of yours. You explained back button focusing brilliantly. It's the first time I've actually understood back button focus. I'll be watching more of your videos. Thank you, stay safe and keep uploading.

@davidellinsworth22 3 года назад

This is the exact way I focus after becoming a BBF convert earlier this year. Works a treat. It's also very nice to use the half press to activate the exposure meter without the camera trying to refocus

@davidpringuer3553 3 года назад

@Jolanda Wenning pervert

@MattFreestonePictures 3 года назад

Just come across your channel, Henry. Loving your on-camera style and your photography is stunning too. Thanks for the inspiration to get out - even when the weather isn't amazing!

@PaulLauter 3 года назад

Enjoyed your blog. It looks a beautiful woodland. I also use a D7200 with live view, back button focus and then zoom in to fine tune. One little trick I use is I have customized my ok button to zoom in to my preferred level of zoom for focus checking. It just saves having to press the magnify button multiple times. So I back button focus, hit ok to zoom in, fine tune the focus, and then hit ok again to get normal live view back

@garymoreland 3 года назад

Another great video Henry! I’ve been using the manual focus method you showed me on 1-2-1. Will definitely give this method a try. Stay safe mate.

@thorenjohn 3 года назад

Thank you for the technical tip, and also for all the stream-of-consciousness chitcat about composition. I love your devotion!

@StuMcKenzie 3 года назад

It's a great tip for focusing, one that many of us do but always happy to be reminded of how good it is. Thanks for sharing.

@DB-sd3cw 3 года назад

Be quiet fool

@grahamhicks359 3 года назад

Thanks for the tip Henry, yet another great vlog I’m inspired to get out and take some similar Autumn shots whilst we still have the amazing colours to capture

@PMS1950 3 года назад

Sharpness and obsessing about 'sharpness' is fast becoming the ultimate destination/ambition for many photographers. It's a bit sad because it becomes so overridingly important to them, that other skills such as composition, exposures, creativity etc are all minor considerations when placed alongside the unalloyed and somewhat dubious joy of possessing a razor sharp optic. Enjoy discovering and creating the image and then if you're happy with your composition, rejoice in that moment before even thinking of checking the pixels, noise and technical stuff. And you don't even need a reversed admirals hat to achieve superb images.

@Gibson1976uk 3 года назад

Number one thing is to capture that moment before you miss it :) I have a wedding photo that many love, it’s a bit soft but not that bad! but it was one of those, have to take the pic now moments, zero time to mess with any settings :)

@soundslovers-zg2bw 8 месяцев назад

Indeeed but he's also focused on composition as he speaks abundantly about it... ;)

@margueritelahaye7457 2 года назад

Finally, a clear explanation, and a demonstration on a camera that looks like mine. Thank you!

@ShaunM-xw1em 3 года назад

Hi Henry,I also find that a good method of focusing,and back button focusing is the way to go! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and your day. The tree was a beech tree,a beauty at that!

@TaxiRED 3 года назад

Another great tip, i now use the live view and magnify method too.. i also use the back button focus, so now i'll combine them.. cheers fella

@thomashathaway3534 3 года назад

I got it! The light just came on. Now I understand the zoom in/back button focus technique. Your explanation was perfect. Thanks Henry. 📸👍

@stthomasweddingphotographycom 3 года назад

This is actually a technique that videographers have been using for years. Many of the pro lenses have a Snap zoom btn that allows ou to zoom in and check your focus. Makes sense to use it in still photos as well. Nice vid! Keep it rocking bro!!

@marcelzwart3527 3 года назад

Again a nice video Henry. I might try out the back button focus. It looks quite handy to use. Thanks for the tip.

@ralphwatson7036 3 года назад

I look forward to the day you graduate to mirrorless. So many fun new features, but one of my favorites is focus peaking. It's especially helpful with my older eyes. Z6 rocks!

@andrewreardon9400 3 года назад

Hi Henry. Lovely photos. Nice tip there I shell be going to my local woodland and defiantly be having a go with the focus technique over the weekend. Thanks.

@petersmitham8273 3 года назад

I thought here we go, young Turner is short of content so rehashing old videos, then I tried it today in the woods....What an eye opener!...couldn’t believe the difference between what I thought was in focus on the LCD screen via autofocus and the magnified image?......quite often it was slightly out and manual focus and focus peaking on my Olympus got it nice and sharp..... Cheers Henry!....👍📸🌈

@scottweaverphotovideo 3 года назад

Didn't really understand how the focusing technique different from your previous but always enjoy the vids. Your eyes and facial expressions change every 2 seconds!

@scotty4418 3 года назад

Definitely a good technique, use the same approach myself then you can't blame the camera if its not in focus. Like the F4 image Henry as with the main point of focus being at the forefront of the image, the natural fall off into a softer backdrop worked well

@JohnDrummondPhoto 3 года назад

That first photo is what I'd call a happy accident. To really get the whole image sharp front to back, I'd have focus stacked it. OTOH the defocused background in this version implies depth. I really like it, and your painterly processing in general.

@davidforeman8939 3 года назад

Good tip Henry, will definitely try that method. Thanks.

@wheelsoncrisis 3 года назад

this is a new focussing technique i learned, i watch all this videos using expensive cameras in youtube, you are a first pro photographer who i saw uses a nikon d7200. btw i am from india and i love your shots. they are amazing. you are really pro.

@timelord2222 3 года назад

I use the same technique, but be careful - on high magnifications the image may look blurry on screen, depending on how sharp your lens is. So you might think the image is not in focus, while in fact your lens has reached its maximum detail resolving power.

@mchocolate2301 3 года назад

Thanks for the tip! 👍🏾

@RussWeymouthPhotography 3 года назад

Useful tip, I have experienced this myself getting frustrated why I could not see sharp focus 👍

@timelord2222 3 года назад

@@RussWeymouthPhotography Yes, especially if you (like me) only have entry-level lenses. The preview might be 100% sharp only on high-end gear (pro lenses / high megapixel cameras). But don't worry, 99% of people don't view photos at 1:1 magnification

@alvinmorris5404 3 года назад

@@timelord2222 yes unless you're going to have a photo printed in enormous dimensions or you're a pixel peeper it's not going to be a big deal. We're trying to take a photo of what we see with 2 eyes while using a 1 eye camera, add the fact that our eyes don't focus the entire image at the same sharpness it's like we're trying to reach into the magician's hat hoping to pull out a perfect image!🙂

@haroldmassey5966 3 года назад

Thanks for the focusing tips. Be safe out there

@jeffstephenson5633 3 года назад

Great upload Henry I'll try that technique next time I'm out.

@paulk329 3 года назад

Absolutely brilliant vlog Henry very useful advice, fantastic images..!!

@karengoody8142 3 года назад

I have often thought about back button focus but now I have seen your video will give it a go Thank you for explaining it so well

@kevinmunro5648 3 года назад

Going try this whenever I'm out,keep the Good work up? Mate,it's great stuff,cheers man.💯👌😁👍

@carlreid4161 3 года назад

Great vlog Henry some invaluable tips re focussing I do pretty much the same thing as my eyes are stuffed so I magnify in press my BBF and lastly I use focus peaking highlights.

@bryanspark 3 года назад

Nice video with good tips Henry. It does work through viewfinder as well, I’ve got the okay button set to 100%view then bbf and if okay press shutter. Thanks again.

@aviatorman8 3 года назад

Very helpful! I’m touched by your beautiful image! The f/4 added a nice effect at the back tree! Cheers from Washington State, the Pacific Northstate!

@pixlplague 3 года назад

I can't believe I've never thought of doing this... I feel kind of stupid now, but thanks for sharing!!

@VintageInsightPhotography 3 года назад

Excellent video. I’ve never warmed to the BBF technique, I’ll need to try again. Take care and be safe!

@stevenharland556 3 года назад

absolutely gorgeous,thank you Henry.

@afti03 3 года назад

OH nice, it's the same thing i do when i shoot products or real estate. It's a MUST DO! i started doing this when my autofocusing sistem started to break. when you zoom in in live view, you actually zoom into the senzor, so the clarity and quality of what you'll see will be spectacular, you really have to try it.

@touchedbynature5445 3 года назад

Very good, surprised the first shot was f4, Beautiful. Very helpful and informative. Many thanks for sharing.

@ChrisPattonPhotography 3 года назад

I've always wondered why a landscape photographer would need bbf but watching your vlog i could see myself using it. Liked your images, well explained and enjoyed watching Henry 👍

@donaldgould1293 3 года назад

Lovely images Henry. Re. first image, I liked it. If the background is to be out of focus it needs to be apparent, which it is. If it is just slightly off it can appear untidy. This way you have put interest on the foreground tree and shown lovely soft background with nice lighting.

@highestsprings 3 года назад

Great video and nice shots. Good to see a video on getting the best out of gear and producing good stuff with the technology to hand. Its refreshing to see and informative, not caught up in the tech race. Thanks.

@peterevans3247 3 года назад

Another excellent vid and techniques Mate. Loving your no nonsense, no BS attitude !!! Hmm back button focus must get that sorted.

@rv3child 3 года назад

I never use live view so I’m eager to try this. Great video, thanks Henry

@catherder6674 3 года назад

Wow! Very well explained. 100% understood every sentence. Thank you.

@kevincaluag5355 3 года назад

Very helpful. I find your landscapes very informative cause we have quite similar gear system. Mine is d3500 w/ kit lens, 10-20mm and 70-300 lens. Thanks keep it up.

@FarawayPictures 3 года назад

Thanks Henry. I wondered what you were doing with the focus.

@ianmcdonald9885 3 года назад

Thank you great video again. I tried your method yesterday the images looked ok on the back of the camera but haven’t loaded them in to lightroom as yet so hopefully will all be focused as I wanted them. Very good but simple method, thanks for sharing it. Oh and yes I do like the bocke effect in the first image 👍

@janfitch2760 3 года назад

My calendar arrived in Italy on Tuesday, beautiful,stunning shots. Thank you!

@HenryTurnerphoto 3 года назад

That’s brilliant, thanks so much!!

@johnsparkes8963 3 года назад

Enjoyable Henry good tips nice images thanks for sharing and take care.

@Westmoreland348 3 года назад

Very helpful technique Henry, I’ll certainly to use it. Good to see you back in your woodland again, I was there a few days ago and the pumpkin has now been eaten by birds! By the way, Deepdale would now be easier to photograph as the foliage has cleared, and there are now some clear views of the limestone cliffs and also some great twisted trees growing out of the boggy pond at the bottom

@RaysAstrophotography 3 года назад

Great work! Never thought about it this way. Thanks, Henry!

@CoastGuy09 3 года назад

If your camera supports focus peaking, that is another way to confirm sharpness across your image. I first use auto focus and magnify just as you do. Then I switch to manual mode on the lens and focus peaking is set to automatically kick in. Everything that is in focus is in red. Yellow & white are also possible color options but red usually works best for landscape.

@arielalejandrogarma3672 3 года назад

i loved those colors amazing photos congratulations

@jamesss1953 3 года назад

Morning Henry; BBF I’ve used now for a couple of years and wouldn’t go back. Also I sometimes manually tweak the focus ring on lens when I am 100% focused in (as you say, occasionally the mechanical bit doesn’t quite get it). Hyperfocal distance also generally works for me as well. Keep up your enthusiasm which is still very catching 📷

@oneccie 3 года назад

You're lucky. You have seasons. We in Australia only have summer and cold summer.

@farook_ 3 года назад

Same in U.A.E

@furnibird 3 года назад

Move states mate. We get all 4 seasons in NSW

@grahamegannon9708 3 года назад

I like the first photograph, I have had a few "happy accidents" like that!! Nice technique, must try it myself.

@liverpoolpictorial 3 года назад

Nice one Henry. Used back button focus ever since it was possible (front button for single point focus too ), but never thought of zooming in on the area I want to concentrate the focus on. Thanks.

@lorenvguitar614 3 года назад

Great information, thanks for this excellent video.

@retiredguyadventures6211 3 года назад

This video really helped me. Thank you!

@rajshekhar9294 3 года назад

I came across this video today and the knowledge I got made me a subscriber.

@stephenburden25 3 года назад

Really great advice Henry, great vlog as always 👍👍

@Gundolf300 3 года назад

3:19. Love that composition!!

@beyondyourbackyardadventur3089 3 года назад

I use this technique in low light sometimes if my camera won't grab focus, because I have to, so it is good to know I should try it more often! I really like that last image and the bokeh effect did seem to enhance the first! Great video!

@frankamez576 3 года назад

Thank you for the tip Henry. I use also the 7200 from Nikon and i learn a lot of your RU-vid clips. Greetz Frank from Belgium 😉👍

@pleclere 2 месяца назад

I think taking pictures in autumn with the sun out is great, so the yellowish light of the autumn sun brings out the autumn colours that can contrast against darker areas, so the leaves seem even more colourful.

@stevethompson8154 3 года назад

I use live view to focus and back button as well. I find it slightly more accurate using single point AF-S instead of continuous. This is for stationary subjects. When I need continuous AF for action I use U1 and U2. It has been working out pretty good

@jimrinaldi8357 Год назад

I find the U1 and U2 to be very helpful as well, since I often find myself in similar situations.

@deborahreeder7374 3 года назад

I've just discovered your channel, and I like your style. I'll be looking for more of your videos!

@christophercollins4653 2 года назад

Hi Henry, im new to photography and your videos really help me. this technique i have started to use and its fantastic for me. Thanks and keep up the great videos.

@manicmaniac69 2 года назад

Incredible timing. I just had my autofocus screw me out of a few good shots of some shorebirds a few days ago (still got some good ones). This technique should be really helpful for double checking.

@amitlale 3 года назад

Thanks for the great practical tips! Very useful.

@johncahill1587 3 года назад

As the great Bob Ross used to say “we don’t make mistakes, they’re just happy little accidents” that first image is 👌🏻 Henry. Great video as always. I use the same focus technique as well.

@RonelBroderickphotography 3 года назад

100%, I just loved Bob Ross with his "Happy little accidents"

@edwinbarreto 3 года назад

Very nice technique; will definitely try it. Thank you.

@robertdavis1255 3 года назад

Thanks Henry.... Enjoyed your video... I will try your technique....

@pozzer1981 3 года назад

As a newbie to "Proper" photography im loving your channel at the minute Henry - Also cool that you are going to areas local to me (Heysham!!) If you go back to Sunderland point there is a boat called "Seagull" - id love to see how you would shoot that. Keep up the good work.

@paultaylor7472 3 года назад

Nice idea For focusing Henry. Now trying to find the camera manual to see how to set it!

@selzzaW 3 года назад

Really enjoyed the music choice in this video.

@peterwideman1425 3 года назад

Henry, another great video from a down to earth photographer who tells it like it is. I'm off out on Monday to Thor's Cave so will be sure to give this a go. Thanks.

@HenryTurnerphoto 3 года назад

Hope you enjoy it! Thanks Peter.

@johncameron6853 3 года назад

Started using your technique Henry when I was over on Skye a couple of weeks ago. Takes a wee bit of getting used to but if you take your time it's well good. Skye was amazing,we've been offer twice this year and are still astounded by the majestic beauty of the place, for all photographers, aspiring photographers and would be photographers I thoroughly recommend you visit Skye you can't help but take good shots when you're there.

@SteveP_2426 3 года назад

Jealous - My trip to Skye in May had to be cancelled and I wasn't confident enough that I'd be able to travel from England to risk it this autumn so went to the Lakes instead. Planning to go to Skye next April/may so crossing my fingers.

@mikeweilkjv 3 года назад

Love the photos and the English accent! (great focusing tip, also)

@briangriffin8903 3 года назад

Nice little tip,thanks...enjoyed your video and your enthusiasm of getting the shots you want. Keep it up...👍👍..

@globally123 3 года назад

Great video and great inspiration cheers mate,keep em coming

@davewilliamson7549 3 года назад

Great tip...I also use the Photopills app to find the hyperfocal distance for the focal length I'm using. This works a treat when shooting at night

@gunlokman 3 года назад

Very useful and inspiring . . thank you. Now - I really will get out with my camera - even if the weather isn't great.

@tonyheale9899 3 года назад

Thanks again Henry! must admit, my little ‘note’ book is nearly full up with all your tips & tricks, they all help though!! Cheers Mate, mint as usual

@HenryTurnerphoto 3 года назад

Thanks so much Tony 🙏🏼

@Stop-All-War 10 месяцев назад

Man's Videos are underrated 👍🏻

@Rudy60426 3 года назад

great video and thanks for the tips Henry

@christophergrove4876 3 года назад

Keep it up, Henry! (I've got Turners in my family on THIS side of the pond.) 🇨🇦 Cheers!

@RCBOSS1969 10 месяцев назад

Thank you!

@triplewinlin5576 3 года назад

Great tip on focusing! By the way, the log under the carved pumpkin at 8:07 looked like an alligator. If you go back to look at it, you won't be able to un-see it afterwards, lol. Also, the big old beech(?) tree seemed to be reaching out to help the young, thin birch(?) to stand up. It was not in the final shot, but I saw it while you were deciding on your composition during the video at 10:15.

@MrVirgilVox 3 года назад

Yeah great tip, but why do I have to watch someone walking through the woods for 6 minutes before I get to the information? If you intend to give us tips about photography then please just do that, we certainly appreciate that. All the other stuff is nice but has nothing to do with the title of the video.

@michaeleastwood6755 3 года назад

Enjoyed it

@JJtoob 3 года назад

I thought the log looked a bit like a hippo.

@cdduffy 3 года назад

That is quite good practice something you normally see wildlife photographers doing, I have thought about doing this even set it up on my D7500 never used it tho... got to now haven't I . Nice vlog and images bud . 💪🙏