I need suggestions
Mar 16, 2019 14:39:29 #
That was my first thought too!
kakima wrote:
This may be considered blaphemy, but do you have a camera on your phone? Have you tried it?
Mar 16, 2019 15:33:42 #
check with canon refurb or nikon or sometimes some of the web sites have have items that are displays that they need to get rid of at a discount for newer models coming in and still carry full warantrys etc
Mar 16, 2019 15:34:50 #
Mar 16, 2019 16:08:52 #
In order to do good product photography you need to understand the camera, the exposure, iso, and aperture. You need to create the correct lighting and also be able to tweak the image in a post processing software like Photoshop to make the image pop. No product photography has pics right out of the camera. They are all post processed even if it's just a few minutes of clicks or sliders tweaking the shadows, highlights, contrast, tone, color, etc.
This pic of a leather glasses case was just taken on my desk, from my desk chair with a Panasonic Lumix FZ80 camera (about $300 new, or $225 used on ebay). I didn't use flash as there were too many reflected highlights. I pointed a 40 watt desk lamp at a shelf a couple of feet above and behind the case to get some reflected light. Then shot the pic handheld at 1/30 sec., f4.5, iso-100. I tweaked the pic in Photoshop as mentioned above. It took about 3 minutes.
This pic of a leather glasses case was just taken on my desk, from my desk chair with a Panasonic Lumix FZ80 camera (about $300 new, or $225 used on ebay). I didn't use flash as there were too many reflected highlights. I pointed a 40 watt desk lamp at a shelf a couple of feet above and behind the case to get some reflected light. Then shot the pic handheld at 1/30 sec., f4.5, iso-100. I tweaked the pic in Photoshop as mentioned above. It took about 3 minutes.
bellflory wrote:
I hope the knowledge I need from you isn't offputt... (show quote)
Mar 16, 2019 16:16:07 #
pminyard
Loc: Bartlett, Tennessee
From your perspective, you might be better served by finding a friend who in photography knowledgeable to set up and take your pictures. There's much more involved in product photography than a serviceable camera. You might be able to “barter” services. Your friend might appreciate a custom leather strap for a camera or other gear or some other leather goods. You’re then free to purchase a nice “point and shoot” camera for your casual picture taking.
Mar 16, 2019 18:05:00 #
Mar 16, 2019 18:25:03 #
kakima wrote:
This may be considered blaphemy, but do you have a camera on your phone? Have you tried it?
Excellent idea! That may very well be all he needs! And
there you have the equivalent of $500 in tax-free income. >Alan
Mar 16, 2019 18:44:04 #
Just a shot I took in my shop using a Sony NEX 7, hand held, flourescent shop lights with flash. I may have used a file folder background, verticle line is there.
Mar 16, 2019 18:51:45 #
Derryg wrote:
Just a shot I took in my shop using a Sony NEX 7, hand held, flourescent shop lights with flash. I may have used a file folder background, verticle line is there.
For you and the OP: Google or search YouTube for how to light reflective products to create an image like this. (It doesn't have to be expensive). >Alan
Mar 16, 2019 18:57:51 #
aellman wrote:
For you and the OP: Google or search YouTube for how to light reflective products to create an image like this. It doesn't have to be expensive. (I could do without the fur LOL) >Alan
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Mar 16, 2019 20:06:46 #
For all you know this shot could have been taken in a studio with a 100MP digital Hasselblad. Showing someone else's picture doesn't tell how to achieve that look, what equipment and settings were used, etc. If someone could copy a picture just by seeing it, we'd all be world class photographers on UHH.
aellman wrote:
For you and the OP: Google or search YouTube for how to light reflective products to create an image like this. (It doesn't have to be expensive). >Alan
Mar 16, 2019 21:14:36 #
You'll want to either light the subject quite well or manually set your camera to a small aperture. With a small aperture you will have greater depth of field so your entire subject can be in sharp focus. With a small aperture you will need either bright light or a long exposure to get a good exposure. For a long exposure you need a tripod, which also will help you compose the picture carefully. Unless you have a really nice background, put as far behind the subject as you can so it will be out of focus and unobtrusive.
Mar 16, 2019 22:21:16 #
aubreybogle
Loc: Albuquerque, NM
You do beautiful leather work (from Albuquerque, NM) Spending the time and resources to get your product photography right will be resources well spent. Good luck.
Mar 16, 2019 22:30:56 #
You might consider practicing with your phone first and see how that comes out. if you feel you might want "more" then try a point and shoot.
Mar 17, 2019 00:28:34 #
bbrowner wrote:
Sounds to me as though all you need is phone camera. IMHO the key to success will probably be experimenting with your lighting.
Between your lines... it doesn't sound as though you need to or want to really invest in a camera. What's important is your leather work and decent representation of what you do.
Barry
Between your lines... it doesn't sound as though you need to or want to really invest in a camera. What's important is your leather work and decent representation of what you do.
Barry
I kind of agree. The phone cameras are pretty good. I think I'd spend the money on some soft box studio lighting. I googled it and was kind of shocked at how cheap a kit with stands is. Walmart is carrying a setup for $60. Amazing. https://www.walmart.com/ip/UBesGoo-65W-Photography-Studio-Softbox-Continuous-Lighting-Soft-Box-Light-Stand-Kit-Set/199749257
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