Question For Wedding photographers (Page 3): "Green Mode" is "Auto", which gives the user less control than Program mode. In Auto, the camera basically controls everything except zoom.

amehta Loc: Boston

jamesl wrote:

"Green Mode" I take it is "Program Mode"?

"Green Mode" is "Auto", which gives the user less control than Program mode. In Auto, the camera basically controls everything except zoom. Program only means the camera controls both the aperture and shutter speed, but it indicates nothing about ISO, focus, etc.

josephpaul

canon Lee wrote:

The most difficult shots are the procession where ... (show quote)

I still use some old film methods for the processional. I pre-focus on a pew and then watch the subject with my outside eye. when they reach the pew "bang" and I've got the shot. I usually shoot at about f/4 and that way, I have at least a little forgiveness to focus. Now if you have brides maids that are off to the races...well best of luck. I agree, processionals are the most challenging shots of the day. Those and the ones being announced in to the reception.

sjrw Loc: Gunnislake, Cornwall, UK

I shoot P mode. Point at 'mid grey' and lock in exposure then focus, compose and shoot. If something happens in a different light just release the exposure and shoot. Always RAW but that's because I used to shoot both and then never use the JPEGs. Look up Joe Buissink on creative live - he did a wedding photography series that's very informative.

jefflantzimages Loc: Seattle

good advice from ametha and infinite imager

canon Lee

I have found that right after the formals, the pressure is off. I love the reception except for having to stay to the end. Yes you are so right, the reception party entering can be tricky.

soba1 Loc: Somewhere In So Ca

Mac wrote:

Seriously soba1,
If you need answers to those questions you're not ready to photograph a wedding. Most successful wedding photographers have spent a few years working as an apprentice/assistant to a professional wedding photographer and have learned the nuances by watching and eventually shooting under direction. I wish you the best of luck and hope it works out for you, but I'm afraid you're in over your head.

Its a friend of mine and I'm all he has.......

soba1 Loc: Somewhere In So Ca

Weddingguy wrote:

There was a very elaborate and friendly discussion on this subject a while back that I recommend that you read totally.

http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-213468-1.html

Someone here sugggested that you shoot Manual and then suggested Aperture Priority. Aperture priority is an automatic setting . . . not manual.

Manual is used by pros because of it's consistency of exposures.

Good luck

Thanks this was a very helpful thread

soba1 Loc: Somewhere In So Ca

edazz wrote:

Throughout my career shooting close to 900 hundred... (show quote)

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AntonioReyna Loc: Los Angeles, California

When someone posts a question such as this, and then you all take time to answer what is an unintelligible question, then I know that my brethren have too much time on their hands.

soba1 wrote:

I will be shooting my first wedding. While I alway... (show quote)

canon Lee

I suggest that you use a zoom F2.8 for the ceremony, as I have been in situations where the priest or minister does not allow close ups and am forced to be way back.

canon Lee

soba1 wrote:

I will be shooting my first wedding. While I alway... (show quote)

Hi Soba. I assume that since you are proficient in Manual mode that you have a good basic knowledge of how to get correct exposure. That being said, why would you throw all of your experience aside, to let some camera manufacture take over and make decisions for you. I use Manual in the studio, Aperture Priority when out doors in the sun, and shutter or aperture modes when indoors in low light situations or for actions shoots. The only mode I never use is Auto mode. Program mode is handy since it's only semi automatic and can be tweaked. I have used this mode occasionally when I need to shoot right away and have no time to adjust for exposure. I am a bit confused as to why you would even consider an automatic mode, since you claim to know how to adjust for exposure in other modes. I do hope your question is sincere. I think there may be some insincerity about your OP.

canon Lee

Weddingguy wrote:

There was a very elaborate and friendly discussion on this subject a while back that I recommend that you read totally.

http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-213468-1.html

Someone here sugggested that you shoot Manual and then suggested Aperture Priority. Aperture priority is an automatic setting . . . not manual.

Manual is used by pros because of it's consistency of exposures.

Good luck

Aperture Priority is semi automatic, in that you choose the DOF or aperture opening, while camera sets the shutter speeds. Manual eliminates the camera's adjustments.

canon Lee

sjrw wrote:

I shoot P mode. Point at 'mid grey' and lock in exposure then focus, compose and shoot. If something happens in a different light just release the exposure and shoot. Always RAW but that's because I used to shoot both and then never use the JPEGs. Look up Joe Buissink on creative live - he did a wedding photography series that's very informative.

I have an assistant that shoots indoors at the ceremony in P mode. Due to movement many are not useable. P is good if no one moves in this situation. P sees the low light and slows down the shutter which smears the images. She does ok out doors in the sunlight. I shoot in Manual. Aperture wide open, ISO 800%, waiting for no movements, flash tilted up at +3 with a defuser, JPEG for only this situation ( sports also), as it loads faster to the card, important to be as close as possible to subject. I strongly suggest that you practice more in low light in Manual mode.

JPL

soba1 wrote:

I will be shooting my first wedding. While I alway... (show quote)

Just try to practice a lot until the wedding. Find situations that are similar to a wedding and practice. Then at the wedding use the method you are comfortable with or normally gives you good results. I would not want to do a wedding unless knowing how I am going to shoot and for me it would not be enough for someone to tell me what to do. I would want to practice until I feel like I know what I am doing. This is the best advice I can give you.

BebuLamar

soba1 wrote:

I will be shooting my first wedding. While I alway... (show quote)

I shot 2 weddings although I was not a pro and I didn't get paid. I used what were considered top of the line cameras but they didn't have the green modes but only manual.