SUMMARY
Street photographer Jeff Ascough relies heavily on zone focusing, bypassing autofocus for speed. A video tutorial breaks down his exact settings for four focal lengths: 21mm, 28mm, 35mm, and 50mm, considering factors like sensor resolution and lens readability. Ascough shares specific aperture and distance combinations, even suggesting temporary markings on lens barrels for precise focus points. He also discusses using zone focusing with a 50mm lens and adapting settings based on lens markings.
TAKEAWAYS
Jeff Ascough uses zone focusing extensively for street photography, often skipping autofocus.
Specific settings are provided for 21mm, 28mm, 35mm, and 50mm lenses, including aperture and distance.
Sensor resolution and lens scale readability impact zone focusing effectiveness.
Temporary lens markings can be used to achieve precise focus points not indicated on the scale.