Water Fall Shooters
Jul 4, 2015 09:59:40 #
I would like to know if there is a way to keep the mist from getting on the lens. I shoot with a lens hood but even a wide angle some places there is not room to back up.
Jul 4, 2015 10:10:54 #
Teacher
Loc: Alabama
After you focus and compose, dry your lens off and put the lens cap back on. Remove it when you are ready to shoot. You may also be able to use an umbrella if the mist is coming from above you. Hope this helps.
bwilliams wrote:
I would like to know if there is a way to keep the mist from getting on the lens. I shoot with a lens hood but even a wide angle some places there is not room to back up.
Jul 4, 2015 10:16:02 #
bwilliams wrote:
I would like to know if there is a way to keep the mist from getting on the lens. I shoot with a lens hood but even a wide angle some places there is not room to back up.
Are you concerned about water damaging the camera or the lens, put them in a plastic bag with only the front element exposed and use a clear glass filter to protect the lens. If only mist on the front element, still a clear glass filter and clean it before each shot (The reason for the filter is that you will be cleaning it frequently, and that way you won't have to worry about the lens). If you don't believe in protective filters this just may be the right time to use one.
Jul 5, 2015 06:24:32 #
boberic wrote:
Are you concerned about water damaging the camera or the lens, put them in a plastic bag with only the front element exposed and use a clear glass filter to protect the lens. If only mist on the front element, still a clear glass filter and clean it before each shot (The reason for the filter is that you will be cleaning it frequently, and that way you won't have to worry about the lens). If you don't believe in protective filters this just may be the right time to use one.
Very good advice. I shoot a lot of waterfalls and always bring with me a couple of microfiber clothes and an extra filter. Cover my lens and camera with a gallon freezer bag or bigger use a rubber band around my lens. This may sound like a lot of work but when you get used to doing it moves right along. :D
Jul 5, 2015 06:36:04 #
I attended a seminar once with photographer Kevin Adams. He has books and an instructional DVD about waterfalls photography that he created for sale on his website. He also has a guide for North Carolina waterfalls. He has great tips about photographing waterfalls on his website. Open this web page and scroll down to the "Dealing With Rain & The Spray From Waterfalls" section.
http://www.kadamsphoto.com/photography_techniques/photographing_waterfalls.htm
http://www.kadamsphoto.com/photography_techniques/photographing_waterfalls.htm
Jul 5, 2015 07:45:58 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
What you need is lens wipers available from B&H. Battery operated.
Jul 5, 2015 09:38:35 #
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