roll shot of my lude

[CSphotograph]

that makes sense. ill give that a try. I have a sony alpha300 dslr. not the best, but i like it

With most DSLRs you can hold the shutter down half way to meter, then press it fully to shoot.
So focus on some grass or the like, hold the shutter half way to meter, recompose your shot while still holding the shutter half way, then shoot.