Anti-Pontification Post #3
Sep 4, 2019 15:36:29 #
rehess wrote:
I usually have my Pentax KP set at ‘TAv’ mode - which is the equivalent of ‘M’ mode plus auto ISO. That way I can control motion blur and DOF while still limiting ISO to values that have proven to be acceptable to me.
Oh, you figured out how to use that. My K-3, K-5. K-20D all have a bunch of modes M, Av, Tv, Sv, TAv, P, etc. But I found TAv and Sv just confusing so I stay with M, Av, Tv. My cameras are usually left to ISO 200 unless I'm in lower light.
Thing is I look at the settings both I'm choosing and the camera whence I find TAv and Sv a distraction as I know what other settings I'll want. I might like it if I were to only use Pentax "digital" lenses, but as soon as I slap on a original K or M lens with the mode set to TAv or Sv, I'm lost.Sep 4, 2019 15:53:43 #
Sep 4, 2019 15:58:13 #
lamiaceae wrote:
That would be a horrible technique for a Macro or Portrait or virtually anything but a well stopped down Landscape as it is a landscape technique.
Actually, "F8 and be there" is a street photography term, often attributed to noir-style photographer Weegee.
Sep 4, 2019 16:22:22 #
“If you want to be a better photographer, stand in front of more interesting stuff.” ~ Jim Richardson
Sep 4, 2019 16:31:45 #
art pear wrote:
You may set a record number of replies with this statement.
That's most likely the point. Why else?
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Sep 4, 2019 16:46:46 #
I'm a little confused with the purpose of this thread....story of my life but in my studio I usually lock my settings so the gremlins don't mess with my settings.
Sep 4, 2019 17:00:35 #
Cany143
Loc: SE Utah
DWU2 wrote:
Actually, "F8 and be there" is a street photography term, often attributed to noir-style photographer Weegee.
Actually, (Usher) Arthur Fellig --a.k.a., 'Weegee'-- lifted/re-adapted the pithy 'f/8 and be there' phrase that came to be attributed to him from what Tim O'Sullivan had earlier been quoted as having said: "Insert the the #7 Waterstop aperture plate prior to removal of the lens cover, and use only pack mules, rather than pack horses or --egad!-- jack/pack asses, while making your way about in the Native Territories." (O'Sullivan was apparently a long-winded sort, and Fellig's Ukrainian-tinged English was still in the developmental stage, so he kept what he said short.)
Sep 4, 2019 18:11:58 #
When I turn my camera on, or press the shutter if it has fallen asleep, it is in C1, which is set to flexible mode, with auto ISO limited to 800, f8, shutter at 125 with the roller over the shutter for a quick change if needed. I agree one should be ready to grab that instant shot, but there is almost always time to make some adjustments.
Sep 4, 2019 19:26:30 #
Najataagihe wrote:
Keep your camera on Auto-Everything as its standard stand-by configuration so you can get the grab shot.
Leave it that way, unless you have a good reason to change something.
Leave it that way, unless you have a good reason to change something.
I would disagree.
Personally, I find leaving it set to Manual Speed (around 1/200), Manual Aperture (around f/6.3) and Auto ISO allows me to make the fastest adjustments (using two thumb-wheels whilst looking through the viewfinder) to cater for grab shots in the vast majority of situations I encounter.
Sep 4, 2019 22:44:48 #
Najataagihe wrote:
Keep your camera on Auto-Everything as its standard stand-by configuration so you can get the grab shot.
Leave it that way, unless you have a good reason to change something.
Leave it that way, unless you have a good reason to change something.
I find it is better to have the mode wheel set to Program rather than Auto as the stand-by setting. That way, if time permits, you can quickly change the aperture/shutter speed combination to something more appropriate for the scene without the need to switch modes.
Sep 5, 2019 05:35:59 #
Najataagihe wrote:
Keep your camera on Auto-Everything as its standard stand-by configuration so you can get the grab shot.
Leave it that way, unless you have a good reason to change something.
Leave it that way, unless you have a good reason to change something.
Why not just get a point and shoot, sounds like you have to learn photography.
Sep 5, 2019 05:42:57 #
I think shooting in manual mode is good for two things, bragging about how good of a photog you are, and shooting creative shots. Let me explain. The main reason most photogs give for shooting in manual mode is, they want to decide the settings on the camera, not have the camera decide for them. So, you are in manual mode, you set your shutter speed, your aperture value, and your ISO value. Then you look at the little exposure scale, if you are showing that you are underexposed, you adjust either shutter speed, or aperture, or ISO until you get the slider to the "0" mark. If your are showing overexposure, you make similar adjustments until THE CAMERA tells you that you are properly exposed. So, IMHO, even in full manual mode, unless you are shooting for creativity in your shots, THE CAMERA IS MAKING DECISIONS FOR YOU! So, go ahead, set that camera in "P" mode, or full auto mode, and enjoy your shots, I do. And, I don't really care if the "professionals" look down their noses at me, when these so-called pros buy my photo equipment for me, then they can TELL me what I should be doing, or how to do it. As Bryan Peterson says, "You Keep Shooting!"
Sep 5, 2019 05:43:23 #
First time I used the Nikon D70s it was on green auto. I almost tossed the camera because the flash pop up automatically.
Sep 5, 2019 06:01:59 #
jradose wrote:
I think shooting in manual mode is good for two th... (show quote)
Gee, what's a rant about shooting in 'Full Manual Mode' got to do with the ops question/statement?
The way I read his question was that he was referring to a 'mode/setup' that would be best for a fast unexpected grab shot. Unfortunately he did not give or suggest what he may expect to "grab" but I'm sure the more experienced here would ensure they are best set to 'grab' either a static or fast moving subject?
Sep 5, 2019 06:14:06 #
catchlight..
Loc: Wisconsin USA- Halden Norway
Najataagihe wrote:
Keep your camera on Auto-Everything as its standard stand-by configuration so you can get the grab shot.
Leave it that way, unless you have a good reason to change something.
Leave it that way, unless you have a good reason to change something.
I prefer something more point and shoot ready.
Instantly ready, and good for most anything is my X100f Fugi... You only need to turn it on, and move your feet to compose...
I like to see the eyebrows rise with confusion when I meet someone walking the streets with their arsenal hanging from their necks, and a 100lb back pack strapped to their backs...
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