First Time with a ND Filter
Dec 10, 2012 07:52:42 #
These shots are my first attempt using a ND - graduated type. Your constructive criticism/help welcome!
Dec 10, 2012 08:03:13 #
Dec 10, 2012 08:08:18 #
Dec 10, 2012 08:10:36 #
Nice skies! I suggest brightening up the water on the first two. Lightroom 4 has a nifty grad-filter tool to do that.
I use a grad-ND filter at times. The difficulties are that the grad edge is in the center, and often I would like it someplace else; and there is no way to adjust the amount of ND without changing to a different filter. Using square filters in a filter frame would solve these problems, but that requires some bulky and expensive gear I prefer not to buy or tote around.
I use a grad-ND filter at times. The difficulties are that the grad edge is in the center, and often I would like it someplace else; and there is no way to adjust the amount of ND without changing to a different filter. Using square filters in a filter frame would solve these problems, but that requires some bulky and expensive gear I prefer not to buy or tote around.
Dec 10, 2012 08:14:40 #
Nice shots but it looks to me that you need to tweak the exposure or play with it in PP.
The point of a sun that beautiful over the water is to get the water effect along with the sky. Otherwise crop out the water, right?
Bottom line keep experimenting until the water and the sky are both properly exposed.
The point of a sun that beautiful over the water is to get the water effect along with the sky. Otherwise crop out the water, right?
Bottom line keep experimenting until the water and the sky are both properly exposed.
Dec 10, 2012 12:57:01 #
Thanks for the input Roy - I used a square filter but got lost as to where it was I think! Later I moved it up some and it helped but the light changes so quickly at sunset, I needed to have been quicker in order to get the best sky. I'll keep trying!
Roy Hakala wrote:
Nice skies! I suggest brightening up the water on the first two. Lightroom 4 has a nifty grad-filter tool to do that.
I use a grad-ND filter at times. The difficulties are that the grad edge is in the center, and often I would like it someplace else; and there is no way to adjust the amount of ND without changing to a different filter. Using square filters in a filter frame would solve these problems, but that requires some bulky and expensive gear I prefer not to buy or tote around.
I use a grad-ND filter at times. The difficulties are that the grad edge is in the center, and often I would like it someplace else; and there is no way to adjust the amount of ND without changing to a different filter. Using square filters in a filter frame would solve these problems, but that requires some bulky and expensive gear I prefer not to buy or tote around.
Dec 10, 2012 12:59:46 #
Yes, take your point Photopete - I haven't mastered PP yet, so am a bit limited but I will persevere - and thanks for taking the time to comment.
photopete wrote:
Nice shots but it looks to me that you need to tweak the exposure or play with it in PP.
The point of a sun that beautiful over the water is to get the water effect along with the sky. Otherwise crop out the water, right?
Bottom line keep experimenting until the water and the sky are both properly exposed.
The point of a sun that beautiful over the water is to get the water effect along with the sky. Otherwise crop out the water, right?
Bottom line keep experimenting until the water and the sky are both properly exposed.
Dec 10, 2012 13:00:34 #
Thanks Sarge69.
sarge69 wrote:
#1 and #2 could be wall hangers
Sarge69
Sarge69
Dec 10, 2012 13:27:39 #
Thanks Marilyn - nice of you to take the time, much appreciated.
colo43 wrote:
I can't offer either, but i will say that #2 is awesome..
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Dec 11, 2012 06:34:29 #
Dec 11, 2012 09:50:30 #
magicunicorn
Loc: Melbourne Australia
Beautiful shots..... I've been thinking of getting an ND filter .... Seeing you results and stunning colors is fantastic
Dec 11, 2012 13:57:57 #
Dec 11, 2012 22:04:41 #
What type of ND was it? Great shots. Looks a little on the dark side as far as the water. But very nice first try!! I have several that give you different levels when you stack them, one that is graduated. And one that you turn to get different levels of darkness.
Erv
Erv
Dec 12, 2012 08:58:04 #
Hi Erv, it's a graduated Coker that I bought on ebay as a starter ND. Quite like the fact it's grad but need to get used to it. I've read a lot of negative comments about the variable type which seemed to indicate only the top quality ones actually work - and are quite expensive. I think I will eventually go for one as I really like the coastal sunrise/sunsets we get here on the south coast of UK the big question is which brand? Have any thoughts on that?
Erv wrote:
What type of ND was it? Great shots. Looks a little on the dark side as far as the water. But very nice first try!! I have several that give you different levels when you stack them, one that is graduated. And one that you turn to get different levels of darkness.
Erv
Erv
Dec 12, 2012 15:45:02 #
I got the Hoya 77 fader for right around $200. But very happy with it. If you can pick one for your biggest lens and then buy step down rings for the others. This will fit about 10 of my older lenses. But you should do this for any filters you buy. Saves a lot of money for other toys.:) I did a lot of shots when I first got it, but the last few years I haven't even had it on the camera much.:( So looking forward to retirement.:)
Erv
Erv
magnetoman wrote:
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