Real Estate Photos
Jul 25, 2014 07:57:13 #
Wendy2 wrote:
I am a real estate photographer. I set the exposu... (show quote)
Very nice! Love that you do not blow out your skies as most do. I was looking at a Realtor magazine last night and could not believe how BAD the photos were. Most were so underexposed that you could not see anything in the photo or so washed out, they were all grey. Realtors could really benefit from using good photographers.
Jul 25, 2014 08:40:26 #
Brian Roberts wrote:
I appreciate all of the good info, can anyone recommend a HDR software that they are happy with?
You do not need to do HDR for fantastic interiors. You can be a master if you shoot at the best time of day, a little after the sun rise and right before Dawn. Just balance the room light with the windows. Turn on all of the lights no flash. Sometimes you may need some remote bounce fill flash, you will figure it out but at these times of day you will get fantastic photographs with powerful windows and details interiors. It takes a little practice to understand the rooms and shadow control but you will be amazed and will be the best photographer in your area.
Jul 25, 2014 08:55:14 #
jimbo70
Loc: Orange Park, FL.
I use a Fuji X100s and wide converter with a single on camera flash. I can balance the indoor and outdoor light very easily. I know some prefer HDR, but it seems that most are a little too heavy handed with it. You can see some samples here http://hislightfototours.com/32410
Jul 25, 2014 09:05:28 #
VERY NICE WORK!!!
jimbo70 wrote:
I use a Fuji X100s and wide converter with a single on camera flash. I can balance the indoor and outdoor light very easily. I know some prefer HDR, but it seems that most are a little too heavy handed with it. You can see some samples here http://hislightfototours.com/32410
Jul 25, 2014 09:22:19 #
A side issue:
If I were to do real-estate photography professionally, I would look into tilt-shift lenses. The perspective control is vital to that type of photography. But, like I said, I would do this, IF I wanted to do it professionally. Those lenses are not cheap.
If I were to do real-estate photography professionally, I would look into tilt-shift lenses. The perspective control is vital to that type of photography. But, like I said, I would do this, IF I wanted to do it professionally. Those lenses are not cheap.
Jul 25, 2014 09:40:53 #
I have a 24mm Nikon tilt-shift lens but I prefer my 14-24 for interior work and my 16-35, for my exterior “many shots I use a polarizer for my exterior. Most of my work is shooting waterfront properties. I shoot everything on tripod and at level. Sometimes I have to shoot exteriors pointing up, I get great results shooting a little wide and making prospective corrections in PS. There is nothing to it, to fixing the prospective, very easy to do and the results or perfect! Also with my 14-24 I can work a lot faster compared to using my 24mm Nikon tilt-shift.
dsmeltz wrote:
A side issue:
If I were to do real-estate photography professionally, I would look into tilt-shift lenses. The perspective control is vital to that type of photography. But, like I said, I would do this, IF I wanted to do it professionally. Those lenses are not cheap.
If I were to do real-estate photography professionally, I would look into tilt-shift lenses. The perspective control is vital to that type of photography. But, like I said, I would do this, IF I wanted to do it professionally. Those lenses are not cheap.
Jul 25, 2014 09:47:52 #
I do contract work for some real estate sales pamphlets. The companies demand HDR, three exposures. I use Photoshop to process the photos and they come out quite nice.
Jul 25, 2014 10:16:09 #
sirlensalot
Loc: Arizona
Suggest taking Wendy's advice and avoid HDR for interior shots. Exterior shots of front of house can be HDR if there is a lot of sun/shade issues as it can bring out the dark details that would not be able to be viewed using normal exposures.
That said, if you are doing evening virtual tour type shots, HDR may enhance interior shots. Have seen it both ways. Really depends on clients budget and your price structure.
That said, if you are doing evening virtual tour type shots, HDR may enhance interior shots. Have seen it both ways. Really depends on clients budget and your price structure.
Jul 25, 2014 10:17:27 #
RGH wrote:
You do not need to do HDR for fantastic interiors.... (show quote)
That would be ideal, however, not usually an option for Realtors, or the sellers for that matter. That is why I have to use flash.
Jul 25, 2014 10:25:57 #
Wendy2 wrote:
That would be ideal, however, not usually an option for Realtors, or the sellers for that matter. That is why I have to use flash.
And, with some well palced flashes, you can get some VERY nice interior shots you could not get close to using HDR alone.
Side note on my earlier side note:
I think I am just having a GAS attack and am looking for an excuse to buy a tilt-shift lens.
Jul 25, 2014 11:04:39 #
Lucian
Loc: From Wales, living in Ohio
Rgh... I believe you meant to say perspective, not prospective.
Jul 25, 2014 11:20:47 #
I've been shooting real estate photos for a couple of years part time using up to 5 speed lights. Actually, I put together a video course called How to Make Money Shooting Great Real Estate Photos that I sell online for $29. Here's a link http://www.rcomfortphotography.com/ Uhhh, I think I have a free video on youtube showing how I process using Camera Raw and Photoshop. Google Roland Comfort to find some of my stuff.
How I do it - Shoot from a tripod, use a net 16mm lens (10mm on my cropped 7D), expose for windows (250 shutter at about f6.3)use flash aimed at the ceiling. I carry 3 speedlights in pouches on my belt and use 2 more on light stands. It is important to light adjacent rooms too. Note: re: tilt-shift lens, just keep your regular 10-16mm lens level and straighten your pictures in Camera Raw.
How I do it - Shoot from a tripod, use a net 16mm lens (10mm on my cropped 7D), expose for windows (250 shutter at about f6.3)use flash aimed at the ceiling. I carry 3 speedlights in pouches on my belt and use 2 more on light stands. It is important to light adjacent rooms too. Note: re: tilt-shift lens, just keep your regular 10-16mm lens level and straighten your pictures in Camera Raw.
Jul 25, 2014 11:30:15 #
The hardest thing shooting houses is staying out of the reflections from mirrors. What's the best technique for that?
Wendy2 wrote:
Thanks!
My flashes are off camera and triggered with with some inexpensive Cowboy Studios transceivers and receivers. I have them set to manual and bounce the light off ceilings, walls and sometimes handheld reflectors.
My flashes are off camera and triggered with with some inexpensive Cowboy Studios transceivers and receivers. I have them set to manual and bounce the light off ceilings, walls and sometimes handheld reflectors.
Jul 25, 2014 11:33:19 #
Lucian
Loc: From Wales, living in Ohio
Pay attention to mirrors you can see the person taking the photos in the bathroom shower door of the sample images posted here if you look carefully. Sometimes looks like a bearded guy. If you want, wear a black sheet over your head to help reduce your visibility or just set it in timer and step out.
Jul 25, 2014 11:34:17 #
gemlenz wrote:
The hardest thing shooting houses is staying out of the reflections from mirrors. What's the best technique for that?
Get below the mirror and experiment with flash placement. Sometimes it is unavoidable, so I use PS to correct
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