📷 Photography basics

Focus stacking

Combining multiple images focused at different points for extended depth of field.

What is focus stacking?

Focus stacking captures several shots of the same subject with focus set at different distances, then combines them in software to create one image with extended depth of field. This technique is essential for macro and close-up product photography where depth of field is extremely shallow.

Pro tips

Use a tripod and consistent lighting for focus stacking

Overlap focus points to avoid gaps in sharpness

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