Tell me about "Depth of Field" in photography
Hey there. I'm moving, and while going through some old boxes I found a little treat... a Kodak Retinette IA 042. It's been in the family since the 60's (it was produced from 61-63 and my Aunt got it new as a gift) and it has barely been used... it's essentially in new condition. Luckily over the years it's been stored in dry, dust free environment.
Anyways, to the point. I'm wondering how to get deep or shallow depth of field. I understand that it involved aperture and distance from the subject. I know how to adjust shutter speed, focus, and how to adjust aperture (higher number = smaller opening and vice versa)... but how does that affect DoF? I tried to read the wiki about it but it was all sciency and mathy and stuff... also the article is really long.
Is there any general rule? Just cut and dry? Like the "Sunny 16" rule?
Thanks!