Nikon d600 with 28-300 lens
Jul 29, 2013 14:27:52 #
Will be taking pictures at a horse show that is inside. Does anyone have any suggestions on the settings to start with? Thanks
Jul 29, 2013 16:29:19 #
I would put my camera at 800 ISO and then use either shutter or aperture priority and see what my camera does. Then if need be I could adjust ISO, Shutter, and Aperture to what would work best. Then take a few test shots. If they are not "right" change the settings around untell you see what will work best and then use those settings. - Dave
Jul 30, 2013 01:37:31 #
chelesphotography wrote:
Will be taking pictures at a horse show that is inside. Does anyone have any suggestions on the settings to start with? Thanks
PM magicunicorn. She shoots horse shows for a large magazine and is a talented and gracious resource.
Jul 30, 2013 01:42:48 #
Once you're inside, take test shots. You may actually have to increase your ISO to get the kind of exposure you need. Don't be afraid to use an ISO of 1600 or more. These current Nikons can shoot at high ISOs without showing significant noise.
I haven't done it yet, but I know that it's very simple to take a gray card and have your white balance adjusted correctly to the indoor lighting. You may want to read about how to do this. It's a simple procedure.
I haven't done it yet, but I know that it's very simple to take a gray card and have your white balance adjusted correctly to the indoor lighting. You may want to read about how to do this. It's a simple procedure.
Jul 30, 2013 06:09:17 #
Jul 30, 2013 08:18:02 #
I had never used auto ISO, as I always wanted to have the control. I have started using it, with very good results on the D800. With a max ISO set for 3200 (or even higher) I find I am able to concentrate on the aperture, shutter combinations I want and the auto ISO helps to make that work. You might find it worth looking at.
Jul 30, 2013 08:31:42 #
Jul 30, 2013 17:50:11 #
Regarding your white balance, you may want to look into an ExpoDisc. It looks like a white filter and is used to set the correct white balance in any lighting situation. You set the white balance on your Nikon to 'preset'. You then snap the ExpoDisc onto your lens and take a shot. It will tell you if the shot is okay. If it is, you simply unsnap the ExpoDisc from your lens and fire away. You'll have an ideal white balance setting until your light source changes. If the light changes, you simply snap the ExpoDisc back on and take another shot to reset your white balance.
The ExpoDisc comes in sizes. I had the same Nikon 28-300 lens as you mounted on a Nikon D700 so I know you would need the 77mm size. I use this simple accessory more than any other one in my bag. Good luck shooting your show.
The ExpoDisc comes in sizes. I had the same Nikon 28-300 lens as you mounted on a Nikon D700 so I know you would need the 77mm size. I use this simple accessory more than any other one in my bag. Good luck shooting your show.
Jul 30, 2013 17:54:37 #
jJohn Adams wrote:
Regarding your white balance, you may want to look... (show quote)
I'm not sure why you'd want to snap a disk onto your lens. What you want to do is reflect the ambient light from the gray card into your lens.
Jul 30, 2013 17:58:53 #
SteveR wrote:
I'm not sure why you'd want to snap a disk onto your lens. What you want to do is reflect the ambient light from the gray card into your lens.
Because the disk works and is a lot les trouble and faster than digging out a gray card and finding a place to put it down with the light on it and then aim your camera at it. Hey you even said you have not tried a gray card. - Dave
Jul 30, 2013 18:00:50 #
wilsondl2 wrote:
Because the disk works and is a lot les trouble and faster than digging out a gray card and finding a place to put it down with the light on it and then aim your camera at it. - Dave
So the ambient light gets through the disk? Do you have to screw the disk on and off? After you use the gray card once, don't you put it back in your bag? You don't need it twice. You'd also have to put the disk somewhere....also your bag?
Jul 30, 2013 18:10:36 #
SteveR wrote:
So the ambient light gets through the disk? Do you have to screw the disk on and off? After you use the gray card once, don't you put it back in your bag? You don't need it twice. You'd also have to put the disk somewhere....also your bag?
It slips on. As in any photography when the light changes it is a good idea to do a new gray card if you are picky about white balance. If you are going to use it a lot it has a lanyard that you can put around your neck. The only problem I see is they are pricey. - Dave
Jul 30, 2013 18:21:54 #
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jJohn Adams wrote:
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Have never had bad results using expo disc. Not the least expensive but it gets it right every time and is super easy. Their website has video tutorials for most DSLR's, certainly Nikon and Canon. Those indoor lights at gyms and arenas run the gamete. Would get at least the 77mm. I have never actually screwed it on but rather held it over the lens and taken the shot
Jul 30, 2013 19:59:54 #
The beauty of the ExpoDisc is that you don't screw it in like a regular filter. It just pushes onto the lens and then pulls right off again. I believe there are small ball bearings around the rim of the disc that simply hold it in place.
Jul 30, 2013 20:10:16 #
I own a D600 and learned a great tip for setting WB. Press LV (Live View), focus on your subject and then press the WB button (with the key and "?"). Then, with your right thumb, start turning your main command dial until the screen gives you the most accurate color. (I know that instructor/author Bryan Peterson suggests setting your white balance to "cloudy" and leaving it there, but that doesn't always work for me.) I like the suggestion about setting the ISO to 800 first. If your subject is moving, set your mode to S (shutter priority) and get as high a shutter speed as possible. Also, remember to set your focus to "C" for continuous. (Press the button in the middle of the AF/M switch on the front, left side of your camera. Set it to AF-C with the main command dial and then turn the sub-command dial to d39.) If the horses are NOT moving change it back to AF-S (single) and focus on the eyes. I suggest you go outside this evening and practice taking photos of slow moving cars! I can't wait to see your photos!
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