Waterfall-Manual Aperture settings
Nov 4, 2012 18:17:19 #
I'm preparing to demonstrate to a small group of photographers the use and advantages of going at least partially manual with the camera settings to set the"mood". Here are a few examples.
My camera is a Nikon 300s the lens a Nikon DX, AF-S Nikkor 35mm 1:1.8G.
I used a tripod, it was a cloudy day in a forest setting.
Settings #1:200 ISO f2.0 speed 1/160s(chosen by camera) 52mm.
#2:200 ISO f22 speed 1/3s (chosen by camera) 52 mm
#3:200 ISO f4.5 speed 1/20s (chosen by camera) 52mm
These are not meant to be award winning images, but on the other hand give me your critique, good and bad. What is your preferred setting?
My camera is a Nikon 300s the lens a Nikon DX, AF-S Nikkor 35mm 1:1.8G.
I used a tripod, it was a cloudy day in a forest setting.
Settings #1:200 ISO f2.0 speed 1/160s(chosen by camera) 52mm.
#2:200 ISO f22 speed 1/3s (chosen by camera) 52 mm
#3:200 ISO f4.5 speed 1/20s (chosen by camera) 52mm
These are not meant to be award winning images, but on the other hand give me your critique, good and bad. What is your preferred setting?
Waterfall #1
Waterfall #2
Waterfall #3
Nov 4, 2012 18:24:53 #
Good teaching examples of different shutter durations creating different falling water effects.
I prefer your second image (1/3-second).
I prefer your second image (1/3-second).
Nov 4, 2012 18:29:39 #
Nov 4, 2012 18:51:34 #
Nov 4, 2012 20:10:27 #
Nov 4, 2012 20:19:15 #
Nov 4, 2012 22:24:20 #
Thank you for your responses.
I will state my opinion(s) of the three images that I've shown here. #1 with a fast shutter speed freezes the water motion and is probably the closest to what we actually see. It is sparkly and clear, but for me it stops all the dynamic of the falling water. It's nice but I'm moving to #2. This is a slow shutter speed and gives a soft dreamy impression. Very relaxing. We don't hear the sound of rushing, falling water which is not relaxing at all. On to #3 which is my favorite. It is a compromise but has my vote.
It is interesting that each sample above got at least one vote. That is good and indicates no right or wrong in many of the images we end up with but it is important that we as photographers know how to obtain that final great image that is just right for us.
I'll get off my soap box now.
Ed
I will state my opinion(s) of the three images that I've shown here. #1 with a fast shutter speed freezes the water motion and is probably the closest to what we actually see. It is sparkly and clear, but for me it stops all the dynamic of the falling water. It's nice but I'm moving to #2. This is a slow shutter speed and gives a soft dreamy impression. Very relaxing. We don't hear the sound of rushing, falling water which is not relaxing at all. On to #3 which is my favorite. It is a compromise but has my vote.
It is interesting that each sample above got at least one vote. That is good and indicates no right or wrong in many of the images we end up with but it is important that we as photographers know how to obtain that final great image that is just right for us.
I'll get off my soap box now.
Ed
Nov 5, 2012 00:22:28 #
Nov 5, 2012 02:04:29 #
Very pretty photos. It's #2 for me, because I really like the silky water effect from slow shutter speed.
Nov 5, 2012 02:09:28 #
ewiebe wrote:
I'm preparing to demonstrate to a small group of p... (show quote)
I have always loved the natural look of moving water. The fast shutter speed show the splashes so beautifully. Th slow shutter speed makes water look milky and I'm not a fan of that, though it seems to be what everybody tries. Definitely #1 for me.
Nov 5, 2012 07:09:44 #
Definately No.1 it captures the real look. I can almost HEAR and FEEL the water in that one!
Beagleman
Beagleman
Nov 5, 2012 07:25:54 #
I am not a fan of the milk look and prefer #1. #3 is an ok compromise, IMHO.
Nov 5, 2012 07:43:43 #
3 is usually about where I try to get. I agree that it is a nice compromise.
Nov 5, 2012 07:45:58 #
#2, it is too bad you moved the camera during the shot as this could of made a very interesting HDR photo. Very nice setting and pics.
Nov 5, 2012 09:18:06 #
I like #1 the best. It makes me feel like I am there with the rush of the water. It's a very natural look.
# 3 is my second best. It's kind of a combo of 1 & 2.
# 3 is my second best. It's kind of a combo of 1 & 2.
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