Photographic technology grows more advanced with each passing year, with the leading manufacturers engaged in an arms race that yields new and more innovative designs for each generation of products. As the resolution of sensors increases and lens technology evolves, we are able to capture more detail. However, as this potential increases, so does the opportunity to introduce defects through human error, as photographs become more sensitive to any misuse of equipment on the photographer’s part. While this applies to camera work, it also incorporates our choice of shooting modes, selection of exposure settings, and our understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the equipment in use.
Getting to know your gear is the first step to improving sharpness. A thorough knowledge of your camera body and lens will help…
