BLOG QUESTION ADV: DEPTH OF FIELD P. 1

1. In your own words, explain what depth of field is.

2. What is deep depth of field? What is shallow depth of field? What might you use it for in a video?

Depth of field is the distance between the closest and farthest objects in a photo that is in focus. Deep depth of field is the large distance between near and far focus. Shallow depth of field is the short distance between near far focus. Deep depth of field is best for capturing wider shots that require more things to be in focused. Shallow depth of field is best when you're trying to focus on a singular subject.