Originally posted by Alex645 If you're using a tripod, do your have SR (shake reduction) turned off?
Originally posted by Daniel Gamel I did not have SR off while on the tripod. I actually had the thought that tripod plus SR would mean even higher level of sharpness! I shoot RAW and JPEG. Assumed RAW would have better results because of more info captured. Didn't think that it would be a different look. I've also heard live view can produce better results.
SR is anticipating camera shake with slower shutter speeds, so when the camera is locked down on a tripod, the SR will actually create a bit of blur. I didn't think that would be a major problem, however, at 1/250" but it can contribute to a lack of sharpness.
JPEGs with no post processing or editing will look better than RAW (because the camera has done the processing), but RAW with good editing and post processing will look better than the jpeg. RAW has more potential, but more work and time to tweak. Jpeg's are for speed and convenience.
Live View has better auto focus accuracy in general, but wouldn't affect the final image.