Using my Camera in Manual Mode
Oct 13, 2015 04:55:37 #
I have always used the Camera Aperture Mode until now, which is in fact a semi automatic setting
So after some experimenting I decided to go all the way and use Manual Mode, and Manual focus.
I went out to the nearby docks in Preston (UK) and took a series of test photos using those camera settings.
I was very pleased with the results, although I may not use manual focus again but will use Back Button focus in stead.
I will attach some examples which are all SOC.
So after some experimenting I decided to go all the way and use Manual Mode, and Manual focus.
I went out to the nearby docks in Preston (UK) and took a series of test photos using those camera settings.
I was very pleased with the results, although I may not use manual focus again but will use Back Button focus in stead.
I will attach some examples which are all SOC.
Oct 13, 2015 05:08:28 #
you've added another dimension to your hobby, you will find more than a few times when manual is best. practice manual focus it can come in handy.
Oct 13, 2015 06:15:26 #
johneccles wrote:
I have always used the Camera Aperture Mode until now, which is in fact a semi automatic setting
So after some experimenting I decided to go all the way and use Manual Mode, and Manual focus.
I went out to the nearby docks in Preston (UK) and took a series of test photos using those camera settings.
I was very pleased with the results, although I may not use manual focus again but will use Back Button focus in stead.
I will attach some examples which are all SOC.
So after some experimenting I decided to go all the way and use Manual Mode, and Manual focus.
I went out to the nearby docks in Preston (UK) and took a series of test photos using those camera settings.
I was very pleased with the results, although I may not use manual focus again but will use Back Button focus in stead.
I will attach some examples which are all SOC.
Whatever you did keep doing it, Great Photos.I love the boat Hook. :thumbup:
Oct 13, 2015 06:28:56 #
Oct 13, 2015 06:47:15 #
johneccles wrote:
I have always used the Camera Aperture Mode until now, which is in fact a semi automatic setting
So after some experimenting I decided to go all the way and use Manual Mode, and Manual focus.
I went out to the nearby docks in Preston (UK) and took a series of test photos using those camera settings.
I was very pleased with the results, although I may not use manual focus again but will use Back Button focus in stead.
I will attach some examples which are all SOC.
So after some experimenting I decided to go all the way and use Manual Mode, and Manual focus.
I went out to the nearby docks in Preston (UK) and took a series of test photos using those camera settings.
I was very pleased with the results, although I may not use manual focus again but will use Back Button focus in stead.
I will attach some examples which are all SOC.
Not bad. :thumbup:
Oct 13, 2015 07:06:39 #
I tried back button focus really liked it. A few days later my camera would not work. Missed some bird pictures trying to figure out why it didn't work. Forgot I set it to back button. Never again will I do that. Tough to get old.
Oct 13, 2015 07:17:40 #
johneccles wrote:
I have always used the Camera Aperture Mode until now, which is in fact a semi automatic setting
So after some experimenting I decided to go all the way and use Manual Mode, and Manual focus.
I went out to the nearby docks in Preston (UK) and took a series of test photos using those camera settings.
I was very pleased with the results, although I may not use manual focus again but will use Back Button focus in stead.
I will attach some examples which are all SOC.
So after some experimenting I decided to go all the way and use Manual Mode, and Manual focus.
I went out to the nearby docks in Preston (UK) and took a series of test photos using those camera settings.
I was very pleased with the results, although I may not use manual focus again but will use Back Button focus in stead.
I will attach some examples which are all SOC.
John, these are really great. Welcome to manual world.
--Bob
Oct 13, 2015 07:19:20 #
Oct 13, 2015 07:41:39 #
Ask yourself. Are these any better than when I was using Aperture mode? If you are using your camera meter when in M you are using the same settings as if you were in Aperture mode. In the exposure triangle you get to pick two sides in your case Aperture and ISO and there is only one setting to for shutter speed to get the desired exposure. Why not let the camera do it? If for some reason you want to under or over expose go to M. Or if the lighting is tricky use M. But if you are just using the cameras meter to set the exposure spend your time getting the shot and not fooling around making settings. Just My Not So Humble Opinion. - Dave
Oct 13, 2015 07:48:56 #
johneccles wrote:
I have always used the Camera Aperture Mode until now, which is in fact a semi automatic setting
So after some experimenting I decided to go all the way and use Manual Mode, and Manual focus.
I went out to the nearby docks in Preston (UK) and took a series of test photos using those camera settings.
I was very pleased with the results, although I may not use manual focus again but will use Back Button focus in stead.
I will attach some examples which are all SOC.
So after some experimenting I decided to go all the way and use Manual Mode, and Manual focus.
I went out to the nearby docks in Preston (UK) and took a series of test photos using those camera settings.
I was very pleased with the results, although I may not use manual focus again but will use Back Button focus in stead.
I will attach some examples which are all SOC.
All exceptional photos. But one wonders how they actually compare to Aperture or Shutter automated modes.
Oct 13, 2015 08:22:41 #
Oct 13, 2015 10:39:07 #
Oct 13, 2015 10:46:54 #
DavidPine
Loc: Fredericksburg, TX
Way to go. I use manual mode exclusively because that's just the way my brain works. I constantly make adjustments and I would feel awkward otherwise.
Oct 13, 2015 10:50:17 #
DavidPine wrote:
Way to go. I use manual mode exclusively because that's just the way my brain works. I constantly make adjustments and I would feel awkward otherwise.
:thumbup:
Oct 13, 2015 11:49:50 #
Jim Bob wrote:
All exceptional photos. But one wonders how they actually compare to Aperture or Shutter automated modes.
Assuming the in-camera meter is used to set the exposure manually, they will be identical.
I am a professional portrait photographer and I think the whole "Manual" thing as some kind of holy grail is baloney. I started when Manual was all there was. Now, with Aperture priority or Shutter priority and the ability to change ISO between shots, we have fantastic tools. Sure, there are times when doing things in Manual is the best way to go - even manual focus, but thinking shooting in manual is somehow THE superior way to go makes no sense. Understanding what that camera meter is telling you is a far more valuable skill.
OTOH, when using flash, Manual is often the BEST approach.
But if Manual is your thing, by all means stick with it.
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