This FOCUS Setting is Killing Your SHARP Photos!

Mark Denney May 21, 2025
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Go to https://squarespace.com/markdenney to get a free trial and 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Why do your landscape photos look soft—even with a tripod and a sharp lens? The answer might be hiding in your camera’s autofocus settings. In this video, I’ll show you the #1 autofocus mistake that ruins sharpness in landscape photography—and the exact camera settings you need to change to instantly fix it. Whether you’re a beginner or just never thought to question your default AF mode, this simple adjustment will transform your results. In this video you’ll learn: ✅ The best autofocus settings for landscape photography ✅ Why your photos might look soft ✅ How to properly set up focus settings for landscape photography ✅ A pro-level focus trick using Live View for tack-sharp photos I also walk through real-world examples using my Nikon Z8, but the tips apply to any DSLR or mirrorless camera (Canon, Sony, Fuji, etc.). I hope you enjoy this week's video and as always thanks so much for watching! - Mark D. *🌟Get My FREE Lightroom Colors Course🌟* https://markdenneyphotography.com/freecourse *🌟UPCOMING WORKSHOP SCHEDULE* 🔘https://geni.us/markdenneyworkshops *RECOMMENDED GEAR PAGE* 🔘https://geni.us/myfavoritegear *📸 MY CAMERAS & LENSES* 🔘 Main Camera: https://bhpho.to/3KZf3aa 🔘 Wide Lens: https://bhpho.to/3VWbPdW 🔘 Mid-Range Lens: https://bhpho.to/3xHbpi1 🔘 Mid-Range Lens: https://bhpho.to/4cyykLs 🔘 Long Lens: https://bhpho.to/3KXEitp 🔘Action Cam: https://geni.us/oRhupMT 🔘DJI Mavic 3: https://geni.us/nKRMkt 🔘Jet Mag Pro Filters: https://geni.us/jetmagpro *📺 WATCH THESE PLAYLISTS NEXT* 🔘Composition Tips: https://geni.us/composition 🔘Beginners Guide: https://geni.us/BeginnersGuide 🔘Editing Tutorials: https://geni.us/Editing 🔘Tips & Tricks: https://geni.us/TipsandTricks​ As an affiliate marketer & Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I earn a small commission on the above links if you decide to purchase the item at no additional charge to you. #landscapephotography​​ *LETS CONNECT* Morning Blaze: https://markdenneyphotography.com/themorningblaze Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markdenneyphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkDenneyPhoto Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarkDenneyPhoto

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