To be focused on the hyperfocal, one aligns the infinity symbol with the
fstop chosen.
RonS
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> Subject: [OM] Hyperfocal distance-easy way?
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>
> Assuming I have set the aperture of my wide angle lens to be in
> focus from 5
> feet to infinity, where should I focus on in the compostion to
> make sure I'm
> focusing at the hyperfocal distance? Also assume that I am
> outdoors and have
> a clear view of the horizon. I don't want to look at any charts
> and find the
> distance numbers on the lens unreliable. If the top of the screen
> is on the
> horizon and the bottom of the screen is at the closest focusing
> point, can I
> just focus in the middle of the screen?
>
> Warren
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