Depth of Field is part of "in-camera composition."

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The question asks about whether Depth of Field (DOF) is part of "in-camera composition." 
Option 1: True. Depth of Field is a parameter you control with the lens and camera settings (aperture, focal length, distance to subject). While it is a technical setting, it directly shapes what elements are emphasized or blurred in the frame, which is a core aspect of composition. By choosing a shallow DOF you can isolate a subject from the background, guiding the viewer’s eye and creating a particular visual narrative. This supports treating DOF as an element that participates in composing the shot, even though it originates from camera technique. 
Option 2: False. If you argue that DOF is purely a technical measurement with no impact on composition, you would be downplaying its role. In practice, compositional decisions often rely on DOF to control emphasis, depth relationships, and spatial texture. Saying it has no place in composition ignores how photographers intentionally manipulate focus zones to shape meaning and balance in an image. 
In summary, recognizing that DOF influences what is included or excluded from sharpness and how layers within the scene are perceived aligns with the idea that it contributes to in-camera composition. Nevertheless, one might debate terminology by separating technical settings from compositional intent, but the practical effect of DOF on composition is widely acknowledged.

COMM 2081 B01 Basic Photography Quiz

Depth of Field is part of "in-camera composition."

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