I am a cinematography student .For years I was shooting with the widest open aperture for the highly clichéd shallow depth cinematic look and getting more light.But after reading an article I started using higher stops for portrait and is getting amazing results with good depth and sharp portraits.
Very good demonstration! Although I’m an event/wedding shooter and love my shallow depth of field I also shoot a lot of close up detail shots of, for example, the bride’s jewelry. I always kick my aperture up to say f7.1 , f8 or sometimes f11 to make sure the whole object/subject of the photo is completely in focus. This was extremely helpful. I’ll be testing all my lenses starting with my workhorse the Canon 24-70mm f2.8.
I was reluctant to click on this video by seeing its thumbing thinking it'd a typical ''aperture explanation'' video. But you've done a brilliant job on this. Excellent quality and very well presented. Nice to hear that you're from Kerala.
Nice and simple. I did the same and wrote down a small list in my lens cupboard saying at what aperture each lens is sharpest. Good to know your lenses.
BEGINNERS LIKE ME need EXPERTS LIKE YOU sir. so please continue. and i never used to listen to any teachers, lecturers during my school days and college days. but here the way describing is just like copy and pasted to my brain directly :P Good going thank you for the video
A very informative topic which is usually not covered in photography tutorials. The way you present it is very easy to understand. Cheers, keep clicking. 📷
After many years as a professional and now retired shooting for fun, I use f/8 for most outdoor shots because it’s the sharpest mid zone setting for me. The only other f/stop setting is f/4 for most outdoor portraits, never wide open. While sitting at an outdoor cafe with fellow photographers, one of the NYC pros asked me why I never shot with my Nikkor 85mm f/1.4 at f/1.4. I turned and shot a picture of the girl on my right at f/1.4 and showed him the results - sharp eye and blurry ears and nose, making her look freakishly.
extremely informative. I ran to test it on my lens and was extremely surprised. Clearly in photos where sharpness is the important factor, I will know what to do now. Thank you
First I thought the video would be just comparison of shots, but I want to see it till last. Yes its more than that, stating chromatic aberration & diffraction, helping us understanding our lens & providing a way to find sweet spot of lens is Awesome. Already subscribed. Thank you for sharing precious knowledge with us.
Well, just entering into professional zone after being a longer time amateur, I cannot comment more upon content of the video but yes can about the impact and attitude about the presenter and I think it is too good.. Keep it up ! and looking forward for more.
There is also a sweet spot for sharpness per given focal range. This is very important because the glass have to rotate and move in and out to achieve optimum focus. For example: F1.8 doesn't work as well for distant subjects as F8.
Calm , composed, and clear explanations. Amazing. Inspires me to re look into details. Photography do requires lot of patience and attention to details
The test might have been more useful if the subject was a flat, patterned wall. That way you can compare sharpness in the center, as well as the corners. Corners are the most overlooked test areas that will quickly show good to bad.
Don't forget to refocus after changing the aperture due to focus shifting! Specially for fast lenses at it's fastest apertures. He was using an auto focus lens, but if you're using a manual one, refocus!
you are a good teacher , passionate about your field . keep it up professor . you shared intresting , interactive training session , thank you from the depth of my heart
Just seen your video and had to subscribe right away your videos are amazing !!!! I’m Joshua from Long Beach California and really struggle in exposure composition I’m a beginner but some how it still doesn’t click right away in my brain thank you so much! Hope you can make this video soon
This informative video is so good. My 24-120mm f4 nikon lens is soft at f4, a little sharper at f5.6, didn't try higher yet, i was shooting wedding mostly in low light condition. My 50mm f1.8 Af-s G is good at f2.8 and 5.6, others are a little bit soft, especially at 1.8 and 16. My 50mm f1.8 SEL (sony) is best at f2.2 And.. my 16-50mm sony kit lens, is best at f7.1.
Very nice video sir...Before this I didn't know about anything like this about the aperture. If could have used a model it would have been more interesting to watch your video,☺
f8 is generally considered the sweet spot for a lens. Which isn't often achievable indoors (for example). Lens dependant, I've found f2.2/2.5 good for f1.4/1/8 prime lenses and f3.2/3.5 for any f2.8 zoom lens (which I don't shoot with anymore, as prefer precision glass set to one focal length) Try to avoid shooting at max aperture.
Very nice video.. I always refer to dxomark results of a lens, which generally shows best aperture of a lens. Btw the video quality is lightings in your video are awesome
Good video! It's difficult to tell as you shoot.. it also depends by many factors, such as: distance from the subject, light, sensor size, and so on.. The only way it'd probably be to shoot the image with all the different aperture combinations, then to pick the right one once uploaded and seen it on a computer screen. Foods for thoughts.. Thanks for sharing! 👍
hey please make a video on how to set the exposure with external off camera speedlites . preferably using softbox and not bouncing it . loved this vid btw
Just got a 50mm 1.4 prime for my nikon.. And I didn't even know about this, till I googled it. I thought my lens was faulty. As if found out.. 2.8 it is for me. Thanks for this video. Also, could you do a video on FX and DX lenses. regards.
Hello Mr Radha Krishnan, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you. Your videos were awesome! Learned a lot of things. Would be good if there is a video on Flash Photography.. Thank you kindly. Ram
Great video ...really served my purpose ... You make quality content and say the information short and crisp.keeping making much more videos and all of us will be benefited .GOOD LUCK!!!
Harryson Salwania Buy an all-metal tripod. :P Buy used one if you want cheap. Never buy one that has even a bit of plastic, unless extra bit of weight is unmanageable for your goal.
Hello Sir, Another informative video indeed. My question today would be - In the case if zoom lenses would a single aperture be the "best combination of sharpness and depth of field" or would that critical aperture vary at different focal lengths? Kindly keep posting interesting videos Sir 👍
I am a cinematography student .For years I was shooting with the widest open aperture for the highly clichéd shallow depth cinematic look and getting more light.But after reading an article I started using higher stops for portrait and is getting amazing results with good depth and sharp portraits.
Rudra Biswas its really hard to nail that perfect focus when shooting wide open
Do you get any grain when raising ISO ?
Finally I found the best ever photography tutor on RUclips who is capable of keeping learners engaged.
This is the first Indian-based photography channel I've found on youtube that makes decent videos. Kudos!
Very good demonstration! Although I’m an event/wedding shooter and love my shallow depth of field I also shoot a lot of close up detail shots of, for example, the bride’s jewelry. I always kick my aperture up to say f7.1 , f8 or sometimes f11 to make sure the whole object/subject of the photo is completely in focus. This was extremely helpful. I’ll be testing all my lenses starting with my workhorse the Canon 24-70mm f2.8.
GeneralTarik Unfortunately, this works well only with Prime Lenses! Sorry... 🙏 😊
I was reluctant to click on this video by seeing its thumbing thinking it'd a typical ''aperture explanation'' video. But you've done a brilliant job on this. Excellent quality and very well presented. Nice to hear that you're from Kerala.
Nice and simple. I did the same and wrote down a small list in my lens cupboard saying at what aperture each lens is sharpest. Good to know your lenses.
Everytime I hear 'hi I am Radhakrishnan', it's always good to hear I don't know why
Summary: Take photos at every aperture and find out manually.
Muhammad Usman thanks 🙏🏽
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BEGINNERS LIKE ME need EXPERTS LIKE YOU sir. so please continue. and i never used to listen to any teachers, lecturers during my school days and college days. but here the way describing is just like copy and pasted to my brain directly :P Good going thank you for the video
shoot hundreds of pictures and review them. It will come to you in time.
A very informative topic which is usually not covered in photography tutorials. The way you present it is very easy to understand. Cheers, keep clicking. 📷
You are very instructive, very explanatory, and very sincere. Many many thanks.
After many years as a professional and now retired shooting for fun, I use f/8 for most outdoor shots because it’s the sharpest mid zone setting for me. The only other f/stop setting is f/4 for most outdoor portraits, never wide open. While sitting at an outdoor cafe with fellow photographers, one of the NYC pros asked me why I never shot with my Nikkor 85mm f/1.4 at f/1.4. I turned and shot a picture of the girl on my right at f/1.4 and showed him the results - sharp eye and blurry ears and nose, making her look freakishly.
Amazing video sir, simplistic explaining technique, no waste of time, Loved it. Keep them coming.
I don't know why but your accent makes everything you say more understandable.
Benjamin Wurtz Thank you Sir... Where are you from? 🙏 😊
extremely informative. I ran to test it on my lens and was extremely surprised. Clearly in photos where sharpness is the important factor, I will know what to do now. Thank you
First I thought the video would be just comparison of shots, but I want to see it till last. Yes its more than that, stating chromatic aberration & diffraction, helping us understanding our lens & providing a way to find sweet spot of lens is Awesome. Already subscribed. Thank you for sharing precious knowledge with us.
Sir seen many videos from other, but your one is best n you hav explain so beautifully. Thanks a lot.
The best explanation I've seen on You Tube. Thank you
Well, just entering into professional zone after being a longer time amateur, I cannot comment more upon content of the video but yes can about the impact and attitude about the presenter and I think it is too good.. Keep it up ! and looking forward for more.
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Sir, your videos are always useful for most of the viewers as usual... so please keep making such videos... Thank you...
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Finally, a video that shows me exactly how i can find the sharpest aperture in my lenses! Thank you for the great video :D
Thore Pakkerud Happy to hear that 😊🙏
Thore Pakkerud yes....IT is very hard to find without a tutorial😂
There is nothing to improve in you sir you are a legend and doing a great job thanks it helped a lot.
Only I know how ignorant I am. 😍🙏
That was fantastic. Thank you sir. Wonderfully demonstrated and explained. Much appreciated.
Very professional presentation Sir... Please make a series on point and shoot cameras.
Very informative and beautiful scripted. Just lovely.
There is also a sweet spot for sharpness per given focal range. This is very important because the glass have to rotate and move in and out to achieve optimum focus. For example: F1.8 doesn't work as well for distant subjects as F8.
Natural teacher. Well done Sir. Thumbs up, subscribed and will share!
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Calm , composed, and clear explanations. Amazing. Inspires me to re look into details. Photography do requires lot of patience and attention to details
Your voice is excellent Sir. Thanks for this video.
Explained with simplicity... Great Video...
Truly great video. Very simple and helpful. Really enjoyed watching it.
Your lessons is most honest than the rest out there. Thank you
your tutorials are very professional. well done and thank you!
The sweet spot in a given lens,very nicely explained.Cant wait to see the others.
The test might have been more useful if the subject was a flat, patterned wall. That way you can compare sharpness in the center, as well as the corners. Corners are the most overlooked test areas that will quickly show good to bad.
I just recently get into Nikon world kinda excited for your tutorial. Luv it! Your video is great!
great explanations.... i never seen such a simplified tutorial....
I just discovered you yesterday. I have subbed instantly. I really like your style of videos. 👍
I use this lens the most for now. Rarely used f/9. Thanks a lot for sharing the knowledge.
Superb Manner of Explanation... Just keep it up for next Cam Technique nd Settings...
loved the video. quite informative and interesting. thanks for the video.
Excellent teaching about depth of field, thank you sir
Sir once again superb demo. You simply dont anything to doubt. Great
This was very helpful. Really appreciate all your work that you share on here.
So glad!
Very very useful back to basics video , thank you Sir
Don't forget to refocus after changing the aperture due to focus shifting! Specially for fast lenses at it's fastest apertures.
He was using an auto focus lens, but if you're using a manual one, refocus!
Very good practical information, Thanks. Keep up the good work!
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you are the best...today i shot with low speede shutter...prioritty and i see high apreture....now i understood i need apreture priority...thanks!!!
Good informative videos on your channel. Love them.
Sir.. love your speed of your speech.
Thank you sir never thought about this now I'm going to find the sweet spot for all my lenses
This is really well presented, calm and wise. Good job, hope to see more videos soon. Subscribed.
Excellent narration... Very helpful video.... Thank u Radhakrishnan sir...
you are a good teacher , passionate about your field . keep it up professor . you shared intresting , interactive training session , thank you from the depth of my heart
Very helpful. Thanks sir.
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My mind is blown! Thank you!
Glad to have found your channel! Great classy video!
Subscribed sir....Very much informative.... i see a real master in photography. AM a learner in videography. Thanks for the nice tutorial
Just seen your video and had to subscribe right away your videos are amazing !!!! I’m Joshua from Long Beach California and really struggle in exposure composition I’m a beginner but some how it still doesn’t click right away in my brain thank you so much! Hope you can make this video soon
The Georg Clooney of photography, yess ! :)
Thumbs up!
Very informative.... thank u sir... post more on apertures...
Iam in love with your videos Guruji 🙏
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Great video. I just love to watch it.
Helpful to make me understand about Sweet Spot.
Good. But I have a concern on iso n shutter speed used over the ranges on increasing for stop. Good to know. Thank u 4 the video
This channel is really good!
very helpful and useful. I will test out my lenses.
Thanks for the great video... time to test those lenses!
Simple demontration but effective thanks
This informative video is so good.
My 24-120mm f4 nikon lens is soft at f4, a little sharper at f5.6, didn't try higher yet, i was shooting wedding mostly in low light condition.
My 50mm f1.8 Af-s G is good at f2.8 and 5.6, others are a little bit soft, especially at 1.8 and 16.
My 50mm f1.8 SEL (sony) is best at f2.2
And.. my 16-50mm sony kit lens, is best at f7.1.
awesome 😍 thank u sir for sharing ur knowledge 😇😇
Very nice video sir...Before this I didn't know about anything like this about the aperture.
If could have used a model it would have been more interesting to watch your video,☺
Great video and very informative! Thanks for the content
f8 is generally considered the sweet spot for a lens. Which isn't often achievable indoors (for example). Lens dependant, I've found f2.2/2.5 good for f1.4/1/8 prime lenses and f3.2/3.5 for any f2.8 zoom lens (which I don't shoot with anymore, as prefer precision glass set to one focal length) Try to avoid shooting at max aperture.
Very nice video.. I always refer to dxomark results of a lens, which generally shows best aperture of a lens. Btw the video quality is lightings in your video are awesome
Great stuff village wisdom......
although i would love to see more videos on crop sensor cameras, since most of us will be having crop sensor camera..
depends on the focal length, the number of elements and the design.
Ansel Adams formed the F64 club.
Find that aperture on your 85mm lens.
Very clear explanation. Thanks
I’m in love with your channel.
Good video! It's difficult to tell as you shoot.. it also depends by many factors, such as: distance from the subject, light, sensor size, and so on.. The only way it'd probably be to shoot the image with all the different aperture combinations, then to pick the right one once uploaded and seen it on a computer screen. Foods for thoughts.. Thanks for sharing! 👍
Excellent narration...👍👍👍
I really like your teaching, thanks a lot!
Excellent topic..Subscribed 👌👌👌👌
hey please make a video on how to set the exposure with external off camera speedlites . preferably using softbox and not bouncing it . loved this vid btw
Just got a 50mm 1.4 prime for my nikon.. And I didn't even know about this, till I googled it. I thought my lens was faulty. As if found out.. 2.8 it is for me.
Thanks for this video. Also, could you do a video on FX and DX lenses.
regards.
Quite simple and well narrated, നന്ദി
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wow... definitely helpful. thank u sir.
Hello Mr Radha Krishnan,
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you.
Your videos were awesome! Learned a lot of things.
Would be good if there is a video on Flash Photography..
Thank you kindly.
Ram
Beautifully explained 👍
Great video ...really served my purpose ...
You make quality content and say the information short and crisp.keeping making much more videos and all of us will be benefited .GOOD LUCK!!!
Very informative! Thank-you for the upload :)
I will try this, next time i shoot street photography, will see if it works.
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please make a video about Tripods, their heads, attachments etc, which one to buy etc etc
Harryson Salwania In the pipeline Sir... 🙏 😊
Harryson Salwania Buy an all-metal tripod. :P Buy used one if you want cheap. Never buy one that has even a bit of plastic, unless extra bit of weight is unmanageable for your goal.
Yeah, I have the same request.
hi, please make video on light setup for weddings(portraits, couple...)
Hello Sir, Another informative video indeed. My question today would be - In the case if zoom lenses would a single aperture be the "best combination of sharpness and depth of field" or would that critical aperture vary at different focal lengths?
Kindly keep posting interesting videos Sir 👍
Thank you sir that was really informative..!!!
Thanks for this very informative video...