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Re: [OM] IMG: Autofocus Nightmare

Subject: Re: [OM] IMG: Autofocus Nightmare
From: Chris Trask <christrask@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Tue, 11 Dec 2012 14:59:36 -0700 (GMT-07:00)
Cc: Olympus Camera Discussion <olympus@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>
> While seeking an inhouse diversion on a very cold day, I set up a gray 
> aircraft model in front of a
> black background, wanting to get a very low key image.  I tried two different 
> AF lenses on my E-510
> and neither could lock on and hold focus on the subject.  Perhaps it was the 
> low light environment,
> but they kept changing focus, seeking something they liked.  I grabbed a few 
> shots that were roughlyf the AF.
> in focus, as well as a lot that were out of focus.  
>
> Here is the image:
> http://gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/F-16+871+BW.jpg.html
>
> Olympus E-510 with ZD 14-54 Ver I, Flash, 1/60 at f/8, RAW
>
> Have others experienced this sort of behavior?
>
> Comments and critiques welcomed.
>

     Try turning off the AF.  Better yet, turn off A(everything).

Chris


Chris
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