Setting Suggestions for Concert Shoot with Canon 7d
Sep 21, 2012 10:38:42 #
Good Day..
I was asked to take some pictures of a friend of mine who is the bass player for his band. They are playing in a bar tonight and I am not sure what settings to use for my Canon 7d. I mostly do sports photography (Soccer - mostly), but this will be the first time I shoot in very low light with the 7d.
Any suggestions?
I was asked to take some pictures of a friend of mine who is the bass player for his band. They are playing in a bar tonight and I am not sure what settings to use for my Canon 7d. I mostly do sports photography (Soccer - mostly), but this will be the first time I shoot in very low light with the 7d.
Any suggestions?
Sep 22, 2012 12:21:04 #
Tyk8ez605
Loc: Los Angeles
What's your lenses now? An 85/1.8 or a 50/1.4 prime lens on 7D would be perfect for this event. Just watch your ISO, 800-1600. Hope this help you. Post some pictures. Good luck.
Sep 22, 2012 15:33:23 #
Lighting in bars vary greatly, but in many, the light on the band is significantly brighter. It also varies in color. I suggest you start with auto white balance, set for shutter priority (to stop action) on 125 and ISO of 800. Shoot a couple and review on the LED using the histogram. Adjust from there for the best exposure. Good luck! :lol: :lol:
Sep 22, 2012 19:42:08 #
Metering is going to be critical. If your camera has a spot metering option, I would suggest you switch to that as a starting point. Also using a high ISO will be necessary.
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