Going to Aruba!
Nov 6, 2012 22:41:01 #
In less than a month I will be traveling to Aruba for vacation! (SUPER excited, btw.) I am mostly packed, except for my Nikon D3100.
I have 2 questions.
1- How do I travel with this kind of camera?
2- Any suggestions on shooting in 'beachy' settings?
I only have the lens that comes with the camera and won't be getting another one before my trip, so I don't need to worry about 'which lenses to bring.' If anyone here has ever been to Aruba, I would love some advice on what to shoot, or just travel suggestions in general.
Thanks guys!
I have 2 questions.
1- How do I travel with this kind of camera?
2- Any suggestions on shooting in 'beachy' settings?
I only have the lens that comes with the camera and won't be getting another one before my trip, so I don't need to worry about 'which lenses to bring.' If anyone here has ever been to Aruba, I would love some advice on what to shoot, or just travel suggestions in general.
Thanks guys!
Nov 6, 2012 22:50:03 #
sarahpixie21 wrote:
In less than a month I will be traveling to Aruba ... (show quote)
Just remember that bright sunlit sand can affect exposure. You might have to compensate +1 or +2 for the colorful swimsuits or tanned naked bodies.
Nov 6, 2012 23:00:40 #
I was in Aruba many years ago. The hotel I stayed at had a meeting session with some of the local tour companies. One of which was an island tour company that took you many of the islands interesting and scenic venues. There is a restaurant that is an old mill that was brought over from Holland called De Olde Molen. Very picturesque. Any of the beaches offer many beautiful photo opportunities. As was previouly mentioned, watch your whire balance onn the beaches. Hope this helps.
Nov 6, 2012 23:02:42 #
I would carry the camera and lens with you abroad the plane. As far as beach shot, go to PalmBeach, the High Rise area of the hotels and timeshares. It has some fan static views. I would also try to go to the north side of the island, a completely different type of land. We have been going there for 14 years and I never get tire of the place. By the way, it reminds me of Arizona.
Nov 6, 2012 23:30:10 #
Bring lots of money, lots!
The only place I know of where you can buy gold in a vending machine.
The only place I know of where you can buy gold in a vending machine.
Nov 6, 2012 23:32:33 #
Nov 6, 2012 23:34:37 #
tlbuljac wrote:
did he say "naked bodies"
Omigosh, he certainly did!
Nov 7, 2012 03:07:47 #
Just got back from Egypt, take a lightweight tripod and a remote shutter release they are great for early morning sunrises or evening sunsets where you will need a longer shutter time for best results. Great chance to really get to know your camera don,t be afraid to experiment. Enjoy
Nov 7, 2012 03:16:20 #
From what I hear, the Nikon D3100 is extremely heavy and difficult to get through airports. You will need help. I am willing to rearrange my schedule and take care of toting all your photography gear for you, including the camera.
Lou Ellen
P.S. Congratulations! It sounds to me like you are going to have a blast!
Lou Ellen
P.S. Congratulations! It sounds to me like you are going to have a blast!
sarahpixie21 wrote:
In less than a month I will be traveling to Aruba ... (show quote)
Nov 7, 2012 07:18:31 #
We were in Aruba last month. I would suggest renting a Jeep for a day and taking a tour of the island, easily done in a few hours. Then hitting Palm Beach, Eagle Beach, Manchebo Beach (beware of topless European sunbathers there).
As for the photography, shoot in RAW and check your histogram. Or if you shoot in Jpeg, bracket your shots.
As for the photography, shoot in RAW and check your histogram. Or if you shoot in Jpeg, bracket your shots.
Palm Beach, Aruba
Nov 7, 2012 07:46:27 #
Aruba, a relatively small desert island, has several distinct looks. Eagle Beach is beautiful, with white sand and clear water. Sunsets there are like few others. Pelicans offer some interesting photo possibilities there, too, as do the cacti, aloe, blue agave, and iguanas around the island. The north shore is rugged, with pounding waves on exposed volcanic rock, again some great photo sights. Oranjestad has a number of old buildings that make good spots for the camera.
Nov 7, 2012 08:29:48 #
Thank you everyone for taking the time to reply. I also heard that the high winds blowing the sand around can damage my camera, how do I protect it from that?
Nov 7, 2012 10:22:22 #
Regarding sand blowing, it is only gets blown around on the beach about one foot above the sand. Don't leave camera at ground level and use uv filter to protect lens and lens cap. I had gone there for 15 years. Check exposures,very bright, tend to underexpose, lens range of 35mm to 135mm would cover everything. Taking a jeep and driving on the barren side of the island starting at the lighthouse to the other end is a hairy trip you will remember! Remember to say "Mashi Danki"!
Nov 7, 2012 10:26:18 #
sarahpixie21 wrote:
Thank you everyone for taking the time to reply. I also heard that the high winds blowing the sand around can damage my camera, how do I protect it from that?
Keep a polarizing or UV filter on your lens. Use the lens cap when not shooting. Since you have only one lens, you do not need to worry about dust getting on your sensor while changing lenses. We use a light carry bag with our swimming gear and keep the camera in it when not in use.
Nov 7, 2012 10:30:51 #
Hankster123 wrote:
Check exposures,very bright, tend to underexpose,
Just to clarify on this. Someone had it right earlier but since it is not intuitive it is worth repeating. When somewhere with bright sun and bright reflections (e.g. beach, snow) you need to INCREASE the exposure value on your camera...try +1 and +2. It doesn't seem to make sense but the reason is that your camera exposure system assumes your image is neutral gray. It will adjust the exposrure to make large expanses of bright sand or snow gray rather than white.
Alternatively you have a snow/beach scene mode. It make the exposure adjustment
Or if you have something in your image that isn't so bright (e.g. a person) you can set your exposure to spot meter and put the spot on them to meter. Then you don't need the exposure compensation.
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