Why oh why did this happen???
Jun 16, 2012 08:44:52 #
Now if I can figure out how to avoid double posting... Lol. Need coffee. Quick!!!
Jun 16, 2012 08:51:49 #
Jun 16, 2012 09:00:03 #
Jun 16, 2012 09:04:50 #
nas5000 wrote:
ISO should have been 100.
If my ISO was at 100, the shutter speed would have to be lower. I might have to look at adjusting the aperture; but couldn't have gone much wider with this lens. Im eager for the next game Monday night to try different options. One of which is not using auto ISO.
Jun 16, 2012 09:23:58 #
I use Phototools 2.6 for all my post production. It's a great tool to put light, color, softness, etc. where you want it. It also reduces color if needed. This post is for post production only. Not so much how to take the correct exposure. If I can figure out how to get my 're-do' on here I will.
Jun 16, 2012 09:27:32 #
docrob
Loc: Durango, Colorado
Fran wrote:
I shot this image this evening and it is over exposed. It also appears grainy. I would really appreciate your thoughts. Is it because of the ISO???
I was using a Canon T2i body with a Canon 70-300 L IS USM lens. Normally I don't have a problem like this with this combo.
A number of the images I shot appeare over exposed. The images when the ISO was at 500 or lower are fine.
My camera was set at shutter priority. ISO automatic.
Many thanks!!!!
Fran
I was using a Canon T2i body with a Canon 70-300 L IS USM lens. Normally I don't have a problem like this with this combo.
A number of the images I shot appeare over exposed. The images when the ISO was at 500 or lower are fine.
My camera was set at shutter priority. ISO automatic.
Many thanks!!!!
Fran
what are you seeing that you think is grain?
Jun 16, 2012 09:29:29 #
docrob wrote:
quote=Fran I shot this image this evening and it ... (show quote)
I felt the subject was grainy. He looks better in the processed versions I see here.
Jun 16, 2012 09:30:04 #
swabubin wrote:
I use Phototools 2.6 for all my post production. It's a great tool to put light, color, softness, etc. where you want it. It also reduces color if needed. This post is for post production only. Not so much how to take the correct exposure. If I can figure out how to get my 're-do' on here I will.
Thank you!
Jun 16, 2012 09:36:09 #
docrob
Loc: Durango, Colorado
Fran wrote:
quote=docrob quote=Fran I shot this image this e... (show quote)
Well those are two totally different aspects - the grain you see in the image is from the camera but your solution is in the computer.
Jun 16, 2012 09:52:52 #
Although many responders talked about various exposure settings, only one got it right. Forget all the nonsense about using this or that setting, just look at the histogram. In terms of what you do with the camera, nothing is better than the histogram.
As for aperture and shutter speed, these are two independent variables you can adjust to get the technical or artistic effects you desire. This means the depth of field and amount of motion. I would set these and let the ISO be auto knowing that you may get a bit more noise in some pictures than desired. Here is the challenge. If you want to freeze the motion, then the focal length and distance affect the shutter speed. You then have a juggling act between adjusting these parameters versus shooting fast enough to capture what you want. I would also set the camera to high speed, multiple shots.
Finally, the first thing I do in post-processing individual pictures is to level the picture. My prejudice: I like true horizontals and verticals. Look at the sloping horizon behind the pitcher. The last thing I do is to add a very small amount of vignetting to emphasize the main subject. If you use Photoshop or ACR, try about -10.
As for aperture and shutter speed, these are two independent variables you can adjust to get the technical or artistic effects you desire. This means the depth of field and amount of motion. I would set these and let the ISO be auto knowing that you may get a bit more noise in some pictures than desired. Here is the challenge. If you want to freeze the motion, then the focal length and distance affect the shutter speed. You then have a juggling act between adjusting these parameters versus shooting fast enough to capture what you want. I would also set the camera to high speed, multiple shots.
Finally, the first thing I do in post-processing individual pictures is to level the picture. My prejudice: I like true horizontals and verticals. Look at the sloping horizon behind the pitcher. The last thing I do is to add a very small amount of vignetting to emphasize the main subject. If you use Photoshop or ACR, try about -10.
Jun 16, 2012 09:57:17 #
docrob
Loc: Durango, Colorado
abc1234 wrote:
Although many responders talked about various expo... (show quote)
errrr gosh I didn't know the histogram would tell me about grain? Wow who knew.....
Jun 16, 2012 10:05:08 #
Your ISO at 400 is fine.. watch your histogram. I don't think any photo out of a camera vs one that has been through a little clean up editing has any comparison.
Jun 16, 2012 10:08:22 #
Coker wrote:
Your ISO at 400 is fine.. watch your histogram. I don't think any photo out of a camera vs one that has been through a little clean up editing has any comparison.
However, if you watch your exposure/histogram, post processing will probably give you a better result.
Jun 16, 2012 10:42:47 #
Fran wrote:
I shot this image this evening and it is over exposed. It also appears grainy. I would really appreciate your thoughts. Is it because of the ISO???
I was using a Canon T2i body with a Canon 70-300 L IS USM lens. Normally I don't have a problem like this with this combo.
A number of the images I shot appeare over exposed. The images when the ISO was at 500 or lower are fine.
My camera was set at shutter priority. ISO automatic.
Many thanks!!!!
Fran
I was using a Canon T2i body with a Canon 70-300 L IS USM lens. Normally I don't have a problem like this with this combo.
A number of the images I shot appeare over exposed. The images when the ISO was at 500 or lower are fine.
My camera was set at shutter priority. ISO automatic.
Many thanks!!!!
Fran
It is my personal opinion that you captured a great action shot and with a little cropping and tweaking in PP you can make it even better! Great Shot Fran!
Jun 16, 2012 11:03:27 #
I'd post that on MY wall. But I would also crop out the player on the left side. Otherwise a perfectly acceptable shot. Nice pose.
ALYN
ALYN
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