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Focus peaking is a camera or monitor aid that highlights areas of apparent sharpness, often with a coloured outline. Adobe describes it as a live-view focusing aid, and Sony\u2019s camera documentation says its peaking display enhances the outline of in-focus areas when using manual focus. www.adobe.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can help when focusing manually, especially on a small screen or when a subject moves slightly towards or away from the camera. But peaking is a guide, not a guarantee: the indicator depends on the camera\u2019s settings and display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it can help<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

For a talking-head video, focus on the subject\u2019s eyes and check whether the peaking indicator appears around the area you want sharp. It can also help when pulling focus between two objects or setting up a close product shot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The indicator\u2019s colour and sensitivity are adjustable on some cameras. If sensitivity is too high, it may highlight too much of the picture. If it is too low, fine detail may be missed. Camera menus differ, so check the manual for your model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check the recorded image<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Before a full shoot, record a short test and play it back at the resolution you expect to deliver. Peaking can look convincing on the camera display even when the critical detail is not as sharp as you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a static subject, combine peaking with magnified focus if your camera offers it. For a moving subject, autofocus may suit the shot better. RouteNote\u2019s guide to camera crop factor<\/a> explains how sensor size affects lens framing. When your footage is ready, browse RouteNote Licensing<\/a> for music and sound effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Focus peaking is a camera or monitor aid that highlights areas of apparent sharpness, often with a coloured outline. Adobe describes it as a live-view focusing aid, and Sony\u2019s camera documentation says its peaking display enhances the outline of in-focus areas when using manual focus. www.adobe.com It can help when focusing manually, especially on a small screen or when a subject moves slightly towards or away from the camera. But peaking is a guide, not a guarantee: the indicator depends on the camera\u2019s settings and display. 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