How do you do it? If you are trying a lot of different exposures maybe with different filters, how do you keep track of what you have done. I know the metadata will give most of the...

Artsmith Loc: Grayson, Georgia

If you are trying a lot of different exposures maybe with different filters, how do you keep track of what you have done.
I know the metadata will give most of the info. By the time I get the camera hooked up to the computer my CRS has kicked in and I'm lost. Do you keep a log of shots? I was playing around with a ND filter shooting a white lilly and using several lens now I cant remember what I did with what lens and filter combinations.

bawlmer Loc: Baltimore, MD

Personally, when I'm working on a project that requires alot of shots, I carry a pad and pencil or pen with me to write down what I did and in what order. It helps alot to know what I was working on when I finally get in front of the computer. There are photo logs available as well that are pre-printed to speed up the process of writing down essential information.

georgeretired Loc: Manitoba Canada

When I'm trying something new as far as camera setup, I will note it in my note pad, especially when the weather etc or background is unusual. The information back on the computer helps, so sometimes I squeeze that into the title for that picture and save all those pictures into a folder called "unusual adjustments".

MT Shooter Loc: Montana

I have carried a pocket notebook for this for over 30 years. Old habits die hard.

oldtool2 Loc: South Jersey

God old fashioned pen and tablet. Shot number and what ever. Cameras don't record everything you want to know at times.

During PP you can add this info to the exif file for future reference if you want.

Jim D

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

georgeretired wrote:

When I'm trying something new as far as camera setup, I will note it in my note pad, especially when the weather etc or background is unusual. The information back on the computer helps, so sometimes I squeeze that into the title for that picture and save all those pictures into a folder called "unusual adjustments".

Yes, you really have to write things down when you are experimenting, although Exif data can be a big help. It's all the other settings on the camera that you have to record.

One thing that always catches me is the remote shutter release setting. I'll set the camera to use the wireless remote, take the shots, and turn off the camera. Later I try to take a shot with the shutter button, and nothing happens. If only I had a memory. I do press the green (Nikon) reset buttons regularly, but that doesn't move dials back to their original setting.

Bill MN Loc: Western MN

Artsmith wrote:

If you are trying a lot of different exposures maybe with different filters, how do you keep track of what you have done.
I know the metadata will give most of the info. By the time I get the camera hooked up to the computer my CRS has kicked in and I'm lost. Do you keep a log of shots? I was playing around with a ND filter shooting a white lilly and using several lens now I cant remember what I did with what lens and filter combinations.

Digital recorder is faster. Say the picture number and tell it what you want. Lean how to use you're recorder before you try this.

oldtool2 Loc: South Jersey

Bill MN wrote:

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Nice idea but I carry too many batteries already.

Jim D

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

oldtool2 wrote:

Digital recorder is faster. Say the picture number and tell it what you want. Lean how to use you're recorder before you try this.

Many cameras now have audio recording capability.

ShooterOR

Artsmith wrote:

If you are trying a lot of different exposures maybe with different filters, how do you keep track of what you have done.
I know the metadata will give most of the info. By the time I get the camera hooked up to the computer my CRS has kicked in and I'm lost. Do you keep a log of shots? I was playing around with a ND filter shooting a white lilly and using several lens now I cant remember what I did with what lens and filter combinations.

Exposure notebook.

Artsmith Loc: Grayson, Georgia

Thanks I knew I could count on the Hoggs to get me carrying something else. I just spent a day shooting/experimenting with several lens and 2 ND filters and found when I got to the computer I didn't have a clue as to what I had done. Notebook and pencil it is from now on.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Artsmith wrote:

If you are trying a lot of different exposures maybe with different filters, how do you keep track of what you have done.

What's the matter, Artsmith? Feelin' a little blue today?

ShooterOR

jerryc41 wrote:

Artsmith wrote:

If you are trying a lot of different exposures maybe with different filters, how do you keep track of what you have done.

What's the matter, Artsmith? Feelin' a little blue today?

Ahhhh. Another comic.

;-)

Trial-n-Error Loc: Tacoma, Washington

oldtool2 wrote:

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I use a small Sony digital recorder, the battery easily lasts for 6 months and will not loose data when the battery dies. A quick look at the battery meter before leaving the house solves the need to carry extra batteries.

wlgoode Loc: Globe, AZ

jerryc41 wrote:

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Pocket recorder is handy too.