Getting the Medium Format look with the Camera you already own

8/11/2024 ISO 1200 Magazine 0 Comments

Environmental portraits are all about showcasing your subject in their context. But how do you make them stand out while keeping the background beautifully blurred? Enter the concept of shallow depth of field. This effect creates a dreamy separation between your subject and the background, drawing the viewer's eye right in.

The problem? Achieving a truly shallow depth of field often requires a larger sensor, like those found in medium format cameras. Here's where the magic of stitching comes into play. We'll learn how to achieve that coveted "medium format look" using the camera you already own.

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