Focusing Tele
Jun 20, 2015 05:55:32 #
Gene51 wrote:
I would rethink the use of a remote release.
http://www.moosepeterson.com/techtips/longlens.html
It's not the finger on the shutter, but shutter (not mirror) movement that is probably causing softness, especially if you have a less than adequate support.
What tripod are you using?
The lens you have is not the sharpest at 500 wide open. It improves considerably at 450mm and F8.
There is no question that a more expensive lens will provide better results.
http://www.moosepeterson.com/techtips/longlens.html
It's not the finger on the shutter, but shutter (not mirror) movement that is probably causing softness, especially if you have a less than adequate support.
What tripod are you using?
The lens you have is not the sharpest at 500 wide open. It improves considerably at 450mm and F8.
There is no question that a more expensive lens will provide better results.
:thumbup: :thumbup: Good information!
Jun 20, 2015 09:13:15 #
joer wrote:
All sound advice although I've never been able to figure out what rolling your finger is.
There are so many small things to overcome that go unnoticed with short lenses.
There are so many small things to overcome that go unnoticed with short lenses.
Gently pressing your finger from the side over the shutter instead of just pushing it. I, like you, prefer a remote because I have neuropathy in my right hand and can't feel the button.
Jm D
Jun 20, 2015 09:39:46 #
You have lots of good advice there. Here's my $0.02. For best results, use a solid tripod with gimbal head, f8-11, fast shutter speed (at least 1/500th), don't be afraid to increase ISO (your 6D can handle that), use remote shutter release or in-camera shutter delay (if the subject is stationary), and try not to zoom over 450mm, but you can get not so bad results at 500mm if you are ulta-careful.
Jun 20, 2015 09:54:16 #
Straight Shooter wrote:
You have lots of good advice there. Here's my $0.02. For best results, use a solid tripod with gimbal head, f8-11, fast shutter speed (at least 1/500th), don't be afraid to increase ISO (your 6D can handle that), use remote shutter release or in-camera shutter delay (if the subject is stationary), and try not to zoom over 450mm, but you can get not so bad results at 500mm if you are ulta-careful.
I suspect gimbals can be more stable with a long heavy lens because they allow you to balance the camera.
Jun 20, 2015 10:01:43 #
joer wrote:
I suspect gimbals can be more stable with a long heavy lens because they allow you to balance the camera.
A gimbal is the only way to go with a long lens. The Nest that MT sells is excellent.
Jim D
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