Posts for: Photohobo
Aug 20, 2011 17:23:26 #
White balance and metering are everything when taking a picture of the sun. Experiment. Sometimes it works to meter just above the sun before you take the shot.
Sunrise on the Pamlico River.
Sunset on the Pamlico River.
Aug 20, 2011 09:27:38 #
Aug 20, 2011 06:54:41 #
Actually not a nickel's difference in Canon and Nikon except for the fact that Canon is, without doubt, 4 cents better. :thumbup:
Aug 19, 2011 15:30:26 #
Aug 19, 2011 15:28:56 #
Are you using the lens that came with the camera or did you just purchase the body? Are you using a flash? Do you own a tripod? What is your main source of light? Yes indeed, there are a lot of variables there. At f/22 you may loose the subjects to background clutter.
On another note but in that same vien...You best get a second camera as well? Ker-ching!
On another note but in that same vien...You best get a second camera as well? Ker-ching!
Aug 12, 2011 17:31:31 #
First of all, it's Canon with a single "n" in the center of the word. Cannon, on the other hand, makes sheets and towels. That's an honest mistake, lots of people do it.
Secondly, experiment with the camera on your own. If you have any knowledge of 35mm cameras now is the time to exercise that knowledge. Stay away from the AUTOMATIC settings. Look for well published videos or printed materials that deal "TOTALLY" with the 7D. The 7D is a wonderful camera and you have been very wise to choose it. Sadly, the guidebook that comes with the camera will not be your guide.
Thirdly, as you progress in this field stay true to the products that Canon has to offer and remember L lenses cannot be beat. I totally stand on that statement!
Blue Crane Digital has a series of excellent DVD's. Of course each one markets to the next. For basic use of the camera look into Karl Taylor's Digital Photography Series. And then there is always the Canon EOS for Dummies book. Ironically, these books are more difficult to read than others. At least for me, something about the layout seems to make that series a little more difficult to comprehend.
Lastly, buy a Mac with a large screen to view your work. Simply and sincerely, it adds so much more excitement to the daily learning process of your new adventure. Photoshop CS5 is also wonderful. If you are a student or employed in an educational institution you will find great deals through your facility's resources when purchasing.
I added the last paragraph because in today's digital world of photography there is so much more than just printing an image. Good luck and have fun!
Secondly, experiment with the camera on your own. If you have any knowledge of 35mm cameras now is the time to exercise that knowledge. Stay away from the AUTOMATIC settings. Look for well published videos or printed materials that deal "TOTALLY" with the 7D. The 7D is a wonderful camera and you have been very wise to choose it. Sadly, the guidebook that comes with the camera will not be your guide.
Thirdly, as you progress in this field stay true to the products that Canon has to offer and remember L lenses cannot be beat. I totally stand on that statement!
Blue Crane Digital has a series of excellent DVD's. Of course each one markets to the next. For basic use of the camera look into Karl Taylor's Digital Photography Series. And then there is always the Canon EOS for Dummies book. Ironically, these books are more difficult to read than others. At least for me, something about the layout seems to make that series a little more difficult to comprehend.
Lastly, buy a Mac with a large screen to view your work. Simply and sincerely, it adds so much more excitement to the daily learning process of your new adventure. Photoshop CS5 is also wonderful. If you are a student or employed in an educational institution you will find great deals through your facility's resources when purchasing.
I added the last paragraph because in today's digital world of photography there is so much more than just printing an image. Good luck and have fun!