Another Flower Shot

[arne saknussen]

I'm really learning a lot from you guys. Thanks!
This shot is not that interesting, per se, but I would love comments on the sharpness. Anything else you want to critique is fine, of course.

[armando_m]

Good job, the focus is right on the white petals

I suppose you are at the closest possible distance ?

this time you used F9, instead of the F29 from the previous shot, reducing your DOF from say 8mm to 4mm

can you see the difference with the iso 400 instead of iso 1600 ? the background is cleaner, no evident noise

Does your camera have live view ? I have used to compose the photos when the camera is at impossible angles to get to the viewfinder, I know some use it also for focusing, specially when it has a zoom function
I'm getting a macro lens , so soon you'll have a chance to get back to me

[arne saknussen]

I do have live view but I am trying to learn as much as possible without all the crutches. Right now I find it important to learn the basics and then find out how to make it "easier", if you know what I mean.