colonel Posted May 15, 2016 Share #1 Posted May 15, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) Its more precise: Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to larger size: https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7711/26967944711_1ffe9550a9_o_d.jpg Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to larger size: https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7711/26967944711_1ffe9550a9_o_d.jpg ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/260509-i-love-rf-mf-focus-because/?do=findComment&comment=3045509'>More sharing options...
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colonel Posted May 15, 2016 Author Share #2 Posted May 15, 2016 Its easier and quicker for off-center focus: Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to larger size file: https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7600/27037364265_a2f566df65_o_d.jpg Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to larger size file: https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7600/27037364265_a2f566df65_o_d.jpg ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/260509-i-love-rf-mf-focus-because/?do=findComment&comment=3045512'>More sharing options...
Peter Kilmister Posted May 15, 2016 Share #3 Posted May 15, 2016 So true. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
colonel Posted May 15, 2016 Author Share #4 Posted May 15, 2016 Its best for the off-centre thin DOF decisive moment: Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to larger size: https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7413/26942137842_6fef17da24_o_d.jpg Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to larger size: https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7413/26942137842_6fef17da24_o_d.jpg ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/260509-i-love-rf-mf-focus-because/?do=findComment&comment=3045514'>More sharing options...
colonel Posted May 15, 2016 Author Share #5 Posted May 15, 2016 Its great for fast moving kids: Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to larger size: https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7776/26432877923_2c0e21caaa_o_d.jpg Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to larger size: https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7776/26432877923_2c0e21caaa_o_d.jpg ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/260509-i-love-rf-mf-focus-because/?do=findComment&comment=3045515'>More sharing options...
colonel Posted May 15, 2016 Author Share #6 Posted May 15, 2016 Once you have the MF sorted, its fastest for the decisive event. No AF lag nonsense ... Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to larger size: https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7327/27002974396_5d5d852483_o_d.jpg Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to larger size: https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7327/27002974396_5d5d852483_o_d.jpg ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/260509-i-love-rf-mf-focus-because/?do=findComment&comment=3045516'>More sharing options...
colonel Posted May 15, 2016 Author Share #7 Posted May 15, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) I posted these in response to some queries about RF MF focus and some replies saying it difficult and not for everyone. It certainly takes practice and its not for everyone, but once mastered laggy and non-precise fidgety AF is a retrograde step Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECohen Posted May 15, 2016 Share #8 Posted May 15, 2016 We can all learn a lot from you colonel. These are simply brilliant. You are 100% correct RF MF focus in the right hand is much much better! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted May 16, 2016 Share #9 Posted May 16, 2016 Because...it works for me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
suey11 Posted May 16, 2016 Share #10 Posted May 16, 2016 Only yourself to blame but saying that the satisfaction when you've nailed it is just Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LocalHero1953 Posted May 16, 2016 Share #11 Posted May 16, 2016 Its easier and quicker for off-center focus: Curious about your reasoning. I'm very happy with RF MF, but I have not seen off-centre focus as its strength. What I'm I missing? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frase Posted May 16, 2016 Share #12 Posted May 16, 2016 All true as long as your shooting on a 50mm or wider Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
colonel Posted May 16, 2016 Author Share #13 Posted May 16, 2016 Curious about your reasoning. I'm very happy with RF MF, but I have not seen off-centre focus as its strength. What I'm I missing? Focus and recompose however not having to keep a shutter half-way down for AF but can do for AEL, no switch between MF and AF, AF doesn't fidgit, MF is locked by default, initial focus can be more precise .... just the whole process basically. I have lost shots with AF before when my finger slipped (sometimes finger spider between AF lock and AEL) and it refocused again on the wall, not the subject Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Ash Posted May 16, 2016 Share #14 Posted May 16, 2016 It gets better over time and the less you think about it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted May 16, 2016 Share #15 Posted May 16, 2016 All true as long as your shooting on a 50mm or wider Up to 135 for me - and I tried 270 -it worked Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmahto Posted May 16, 2016 Share #16 Posted May 16, 2016 ... because it is the best thing since sliced bread. Let's be real... I love RF focusing, and it is really great, but only in it's comfort zone. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted May 16, 2016 Share #17 Posted May 16, 2016 Define comfort zone Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmahto Posted May 16, 2016 Share #18 Posted May 16, 2016 Define comfort zone com·fort zone noun a place or situation where one feels safe or at ease and without stress. "times when we must act beyond our comfort zones" :D Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted May 16, 2016 Share #19 Posted May 16, 2016 Ok, in that case, for me, 18-135 mm. YMMV. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmahto Posted May 16, 2016 Share #20 Posted May 16, 2016 Ok, in that case, for me, 18-135 mm. YMMV. I think the issue is not only about personal skill but also about what are we comparing against. If we are comparing with manual focus on ground glass or split prism, then RF is superior in every way. If we are comparing with LV/zoom focusing then RF wins only in speed and not in accuracy. If we are comparing with AF then it depends on how well AF is implemented in different conditions like low light and subject tracking. I will be more comfortable shooting my dog running towards me from a distance using a "well sorted" AF. I know.. I know.. now I have to define "Well sorted". Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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