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Is there any way to know the distance between the camera and the focused subject

I am using Nikon D3500 but the question may be of a general nature. I understand that the Camera measures distance between the subject in focus and the Camera for deciding the flash light requirements ...
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Is it possible to make your own focus distance scale?

I'm using a Nikkor 18-105mm kit lens and it doesn't have a distance scale on its focus ring, is it possible to create your own distance scale by knowing the 0 and the infinity focusing points on the ...
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What are the "Distance Setting Marks" for use in storytelling composition?

I am reading Understanding Exposure, by Bryan Peterson, to learn some bits and tricks about photography. I came across one line "You would first choose to set your aperture to f/22 and than align the ...
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How can I get maximum DoF with no distance markers?

I am aware of what hyperfocal distance is and the general principles behind it. However, most of the tutorials I have seen and read regarding it make use of lenses with focus distance indicators. ...
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