50 Quick Tips in Less Than 15 Minutes
Jun 3, 2012 09:14:29 #
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Jun 3, 2012 09:58:29 #
To me lens hoods are not a necessity is like saying good shots are not a necessity. Stray light coming from any source can degrade a photo. Even if you are facing away from the sun, a reflection from glass or water can send stray beams of light across the lens and wash out color. Also the UV filter is accurate however covering a lens with even clear glass is advisable -- a friend scratched his front element and it cost him 100.00 for a repair. A decent UV or clear filter would have saved him 2/3rd's that cost.
#50 to me is that when it comes to rules of composition, there are no rules. Some of the best shots I've ever seen are because the rules have been broken and the result is a jolt to the senses. I tend to think of rules of composition as guidelines of composition.
#50 to me is that when it comes to rules of composition, there are no rules. Some of the best shots I've ever seen are because the rules have been broken and the result is a jolt to the senses. I tend to think of rules of composition as guidelines of composition.
Jun 3, 2012 10:29:23 #
lachmap wrote:
LOVE the tips. #50 is "read the first 49 again"!!!!!!!!!!
Why is it called chimping? Is it because it makes a monkey out of us? Do we look like monkeys?
Why is it called chimping? Is it because it makes a monkey out of us? Do we look like monkeys?
:) I was working with another photographer at a graduation ceremony recently,,,who said she could look at the lighting available and tell me what my settings should be (camera and flash) and that flash meters were "outdated". I had to bite my tounge.
Jun 3, 2012 10:32:08 #
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Jun 3, 2012 11:06:15 #
While my 40+ years of personal experience won't allow me to agree with all 49 points, I agree with most. My #50 would be:
If you're participating in a photography forum and a brand specific question not related to your specific brand is asked, you should not feel obligated to comment simply because you think you were brilliant in buying a Nikon, hence cluttering up the forum with your irrelevant comments making it more difficult for those who are interested to get the information they're seeking, comments like, "I have no experience with Sony, but... And yes, you have a right to speak but that doesn't mean you should or have to.
If you're participating in a photography forum and a brand specific question not related to your specific brand is asked, you should not feel obligated to comment simply because you think you were brilliant in buying a Nikon, hence cluttering up the forum with your irrelevant comments making it more difficult for those who are interested to get the information they're seeking, comments like, "I have no experience with Sony, but... And yes, you have a right to speak but that doesn't mean you should or have to.
Jun 3, 2012 11:07:53 #
50. When shooting people, compose your photo then take 1 step closer.
Jun 3, 2012 11:08:38 #
Jun 3, 2012 11:09:48 #
JohnnyRottenNJ
Loc: Northern New Jersey
I think tips #1 & #2 do a great dis-service to anyone contemplating buying new equipment. On more than one occasion, I have had a UV filter take a hit and crack, which otherwise would have ruined my lens. I have also had careless people walk up to me, ask to see a photo that I just took and then smear their greasy fingers on my lens. The one time, I didn't have time to clean the UV filter, so I just shot the rest of my photos without it. I would have otherwise had a bunch of smeary photos. Tip #2, as it pertains to the lens hood, is just plain wrong. If hoods weren't a necessity, the manufacturers wouldn't waste the time and money to include it with the lens. No one should shoot directly into the bright sun, (no hood will help you there,) but many times your shots don't have the sun at your back. If the sun or any bright light source is at less than a 90 degree angle from the front of the lens, without the lens hood you are likely to get flairing.
Getting back to Tip #1, as much as the UV filter will protect your lens, a decent quality UV will also enhance your photos. You don't need to spend $100 on a UV filter, but at the same time, buying a UV for $8 is foolishness. For $8 you are putting an imperfect piece of glass between you and your subject. It's akin to shooting from inside a car or building, through closed windows.
Getting back to Tip #1, as much as the UV filter will protect your lens, a decent quality UV will also enhance your photos. You don't need to spend $100 on a UV filter, but at the same time, buying a UV for $8 is foolishness. For $8 you are putting an imperfect piece of glass between you and your subject. It's akin to shooting from inside a car or building, through closed windows.
Jun 3, 2012 11:10:03 #
My #50: Don't be afraid to ask for help, and the best help is right there on your camera at the A or P modes.
Jun 3, 2012 11:15:37 #
saichiez
Loc: Beautiful Central Oregon
Pablo8 wrote:
# 34 Doesn't sound as though you have ever worked as a professional Wedding or Press Photographer.
Perhaps, but only masochists shoot weddings, so how does most of this list pertain to those people.
Jun 3, 2012 11:19:58 #
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