@aikiuser@pistache@koalagardens@lyndamcg@dutchothotmailcom Thank you! I recently learned that getting very close to my subject and using the Time Value setting (at anywhere between 500 & 1000) in strong light gives a very shallow DOF, which I like most times. I'm sure this is a basic technique, but being mostly self-taught, I just stumbled on it.
@juliedduncan Youâre quite right! With faster shutter speeds you will need larger apertures (smaller number) which results in shallower DOF. To better control your DOF, set your camera to A (aperture) priority so that itâs the Time Value (shutter speed) that changes. And of course you may need a tripod depending on how slow the resulting shutter speed is. ...but you probably already knew all that :-)
@aikiuser Yes, my go-to setting is A mode. I love it! When in TV, my camera sets the aperture for me, oddly enough. I've tried using a tripod in the past, but it annoys me. Plus, it's a lot to carry on my hikes. I do have a mini-tripod that I sometimes use. Basically, I brace or prop myself (in various odd ways). I really should learn to use a tripod though. I think it's a necessary item at times. Thanks again for your thoughts! :)
