How can I take a picture at the Zoo and not have the cage show up
Mar 9, 2015 21:57:59 #
I will be heading to the Zoo on Wednesday, this is the first time I will be going and taking my camera and not having it set on Auto, kinda excited to see what happens!
I was enrolled in a photography class and the instructor said in the Photography II class she would tell us how to take a picture but not have the bars from the cage show up, that class was cancelled because not enough people signed up, bummer for me. Can anyone tell me how to do what she was talking about? TIA.
I was enrolled in a photography class and the instructor said in the Photography II class she would tell us how to take a picture but not have the bars from the cage show up, that class was cancelled because not enough people signed up, bummer for me. Can anyone tell me how to do what she was talking about? TIA.
Mar 9, 2015 22:00:34 #
If you're close enuf that the camera can't focus on the bars is the only way I know. Not always possible. Hopefully you'll get a few more replies.
Mar 9, 2015 22:02:59 #
Skneemiller wrote:
I will be heading to the Zoo on Wednesday, this is the first time I will be going and taking my camera and not having it set on Auto, kinda excited to see what happens!
I was enrolled in a photography class and the instructor said in the Photography II class she would tell us how to take a picture but not have the bars from the cage show up, that class was cancelled because not enough people signed up, bummer for me. Can anyone tell me how to do what she was talking about? TIA.
I was enrolled in a photography class and the instructor said in the Photography II class she would tell us how to take a picture but not have the bars from the cage show up, that class was cancelled because not enough people signed up, bummer for me. Can anyone tell me how to do what she was talking about? TIA.
get as close to the bars as you possibly can.... Do focus on the animal...If you have your lens opened up enough the pictures will not be seen or just slight blurriness where the bars or fencing is... Practice it before you go... try taking a picture out of a window with a screen on it and try different distances.... The closer to the fence the better... It does work... Good luck.... I am sure there will be more people helping you here...
Mar 9, 2015 22:03:50 #
Telephoto; wider aperture. Check out
http://digital-photography-school.com/how-to-shoot-through-a-wire-fence/
http://digital-photography-school.com/how-to-shoot-through-a-wire-fence/
Mar 9, 2015 22:10:24 #
Skneemiller wrote:
I will be heading to the Zoo on Wednesday, this is the first time I will be going and taking my camera and not having it set on Auto, kinda excited to see what happens!
I was enrolled in a photography class and the instructor said in the Photography II class she would tell us how to take a picture but not have the bars from the cage show up, that class was cancelled because not enough people signed up, bummer for me. Can anyone tell me how to do what she was talking about? TIA.
I was enrolled in a photography class and the instructor said in the Photography II class she would tell us how to take a picture but not have the bars from the cage show up, that class was cancelled because not enough people signed up, bummer for me. Can anyone tell me how to do what she was talking about? TIA.
Manual focus (or auto focus with manual adjustment) on the animal's face, large-ish aperture. Experiment with aperture till you get it right. Autofocus alone will try to latch onto those bars. Use higher ISO if you need to in order to stop movement and/or compensate for shady cages.
Mar 9, 2015 22:11:25 #
larryzplace wrote:
get as close to the bars as you possibly can.... Do focus on the animal...If you have your lens opened up enough the pictures will not be seen or just slight blurriness where the bars or fencing is... Practice it before you go... try taking a picture out of a window with a screen on it and try different distances.... The closer to the fence the better... It does work... Good luck.... I am sure there will be more people helping you here...
Thanks for the advice, I will definitely trying practicing out of the window, never thought about that!!
Mar 9, 2015 22:14:12 #
minniev wrote:
Manual focus (or auto focus with manual adjustment) on the animal's face, large-ish aperture. Experiment with aperture till you get it right. Autofocus alone will try to latch onto those bars. Use higher ISO if you need to in order to stop movement and/or compensate for shady cages.
Thanks for your input, can explain what you mean by auto-focus with manual adjustment?
Mar 9, 2015 22:18:26 #
Longshadow wrote:
Telephoto; wider aperture. Check out
http://digital-photography-school.com/how-to-shoot-through-a-wire-fence/
http://digital-photography-school.com/how-to-shoot-through-a-wire-fence/
Longshadow, thank you for the wonderful article, I printed it out and will definitely take it with me.
Mar 9, 2015 22:23:44 #
Skneemiller wrote:
I will be heading to the Zoo on Wednesday, this is the first time I will be going and taking my camera and not having it set on Auto, kinda excited to see what happens!
I was enrolled in a photography class and the instructor said in the Photography II class she would tell us how to take a picture but not have the bars from the cage show up, that class was cancelled because not enough people signed up, bummer for me. Can anyone tell me how to do what she was talking about? TIA.
I was enrolled in a photography class and the instructor said in the Photography II class she would tell us how to take a picture but not have the bars from the cage show up, that class was cancelled because not enough people signed up, bummer for me. Can anyone tell me how to do what she was talking about? TIA.
Go to the cage as near as possible using a zoom telephoto lens'
manually focusing on your subject and using the widest aperture.
Mar 9, 2015 22:29:47 #
noel wrote:
Go to the cage as near as possible using a zoom telephoto lens'
manually focusing on your subject and using the widest aperture.
manually focusing on your subject and using the widest aperture.
Thanks I have made lots of notes, and can't wait to give it a try. Glad our Zoo is free, may need several trips to get it right!!
Mar 9, 2015 22:32:53 #
Skneemiller wrote:
I will be heading to the Zoo on Wednesday, this is the first time I will be going and taking my camera and not having it set on Auto, kinda excited to see what happens!
I was enrolled in a photography class and the instructor said in the Photography II class she would tell us how to take a picture but not have the bars from the cage show up, that class was cancelled because not enough people signed up, bummer for me. Can anyone tell me how to do what she was talking about? TIA.
I was enrolled in a photography class and the instructor said in the Photography II class she would tell us how to take a picture but not have the bars from the cage show up, that class was cancelled because not enough people signed up, bummer for me. Can anyone tell me how to do what she was talking about? TIA.
You already have enough information on bars and wire. Glass is another problem if you have a circular polarizing filter that should minimize reflections from glass also take a cloth to clean the glass. you will be quite amazed at what a wide open long lens will do the bars and wire will disappear.
Mar 9, 2015 22:33:46 #
S, why don't you just get on the inside of the cage, then the cage won't even be an issue.
If it's lions and tigers and bears(oh my), I would just be sure it's right after feeding time, for obvious reasons!!! :lol: :lol:
SS
If it's lions and tigers and bears(oh my), I would just be sure it's right after feeding time, for obvious reasons!!! :lol: :lol:
SS
Mar 9, 2015 22:38:40 #
Skneemiller wrote:
Thanks for your input, can explain what you mean by auto-focus with manual adjustment?
Don't know if your camera has it, but one of my focus modes is AF+MF, camera autofocuses then I can adjust focus manually from there without losing the work the autofocus did or having to change focus modes. I use that mode a lot, but it is essential when I'm going to the zoo or baseball games. You can't always get close enough to the cage to keep the AF from locking on the bars.
Mar 9, 2015 22:46:51 #
minniev wrote:
Don't know if your camera has it, but one of my focus modes is AF+MF, camera autofocuses then I can adjust focus manually from there without losing the work the autofocus did or having to change focus modes. I use that mode a lot, but it is essential when I'm going to the zoo or baseball games. You can't always get close enough to the cage to keep the AF from locking on the bars.
Will have to check and see if I have that option does not sound familiar but I am just starting to realize all that the camera can do.
Mar 9, 2015 22:48:39 #
SharpShooter wrote:
S, why don't you just get on the inside of the cage, then the cage won't even be an issue.
If it's lions and tigers and bears(oh my), I would just be sure it's right after feeding time, for obvious reasons!!! :lol: :lol:
SS
If it's lions and tigers and bears(oh my), I would just be sure it's right after feeding time, for obvious reasons!!! :lol: :lol:
SS
Well I am taking the kids with me this time, may have to try that when I am by myself!! :-D
If you want to reply, then register here. Registration is free and your account is created instantly, so you can post right away.