How to find your lens's sharpest aperture? - Viilage Wisdom

Here is a little practice that can make a huge difference to your photographs. In this video Radhakrishnan Chakyat does an in-depth analysis of how aperture adjustments can hep you achieve razor sharp images. Take a look at the video and help yourselves to find the 'sweet spot' of any lens of your choice. An absolute must watch for those who wish to capture an image in its optimum sharpness, color rendition and depth. SUBSCRIBE to Pixel Viilage for more updates on photography techniques.

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[MrBiswas]

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.

[ctallovesyou]

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[arijitghosh]

This is the first Indian-based photography channel I've found on youtube that makes decent videos. Kudos!

[GeneralTarik]

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.

[thorepakkerud]

Finally, a video that shows me exactly how i can find the sharpest aperture in my lenses! Thank you for the great video :D

[lescobrandon]

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.

[shelendravashishtha]

Everytime I hear 'hi I am Radhakrishnan', it's always good to hear I don't know why

[yourchoice]

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

[SidharthPk]

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.

[abhishijack]

Amazing video sir, simplistic explaining technique, no waste of time, Loved it. Keep them coming.

[MacherTV]

I just discovered you yesterday. I have subbed instantly. I really like your style of videos. 👍

[amitkrupal]

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.

[vikipotdar]

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.

[harsh]

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. 📷

[vimalmerfilms]

Sir seen many videos from other, but your one is best n you hav explain so beautifully. Thanks a lot.

[wilson_law]

This is really well presented, calm and wise. Good job, hope to see more videos soon. Subscribed.

[subhashisbasak]

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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[sosomelodies]

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.

[scottwallace]

That was fantastic. Thank you sir. Wonderfully demonstrated and explained. Much appreciated.

[klarab]

your tutorials are very professional. well done and thank you!