Chimp or Not
Oct 25, 2019 19:33:35 #
MrBob wrote:
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I chimp quite often. Bad habit? Maybe maybe not. It allows me to determine how the shots will look.i.e. focus, composition, exposure etc. Sure beats getting film developed and find out later what terrible shots I have made. Digital forever and thank God I can chimp!!
Oct 25, 2019 22:06:38 #
dwmoar
Loc: Oregon, Willamette Valley
How did we ever survive without chimping? with film you have to use a exposure meter, had to set the Aperture and set the shutter manually on top of it manually focus and then had to wait to see the final results. To think you had to plan your shots, and most of the time it paid off well. Now comes along the digital and people see to go crazy and just start pointing and shooting everything in sight because it is easy to do. If later you do not like it just press the trashcan button and poof it is gone. No longer do most stop and really think about what they are shooting Maybe it is just a symptom of the time, doesn't make it better.
Oct 25, 2019 22:27:42 #
I make sure that I captured the shot, especially if I am in a quickly changing environment and may only have one or two chances to get the image. There never is anything wrong with it.
Many photogs want to "chimp shame" other photogs because they check their work. If you aren't shooting a charging tiger, elephant or a frustrated hummingbird, take a second to see what you have. Some things can be enhanced in post processing. Others, like out of focus, can't. Enjoy your hobby. It is YOURS to manage how YOU like it.
Many photogs want to "chimp shame" other photogs because they check their work. If you aren't shooting a charging tiger, elephant or a frustrated hummingbird, take a second to see what you have. Some things can be enhanced in post processing. Others, like out of focus, can't. Enjoy your hobby. It is YOURS to manage how YOU like it.
Oct 25, 2019 23:09:59 #
MrBob wrote:
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I do chimp occassionally (initially or if I make setting changes) to make sure the image is being recorded as intended and not burning highlights...but chimping every shot is unnecessary and ridiculous (on a DSLR). Anyway I shoot RAW so I know I can be a couple stops off and still recover - also setup a slight underexposure to be sure. But, one advantage of mirrorless is that you are chimping every shot without making it look obvious.
Oct 25, 2019 23:58:39 #
MrBob wrote:
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I never thought of myself as a Photography "Chimper", but in reality I do confess I must be a "Chimper", for I do purposely check or examine almost every Image I create with my Nikon D3300.
Oct 26, 2019 00:51:18 #
MrBob wrote:
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It's one of many tools available to the photographer. Why not take advantage of it when appropriate?
Oct 26, 2019 01:55:16 #
Oct 26, 2019 07:03:25 #
nadelewitz wrote:
Someone want to tell what the term "chimp" means? Where did it come from?
When you look at the back of the camera and like the image, you get that big grin - like a Chimpanzee!
Oct 26, 2019 12:16:00 #
rond-photography wrote:
When you look at the back of the camera and like the image, you get that big grin - like a Chimpanzee!
Or are you just looking at your own reflection in the LCD---noticing your unruly hair, slanted forehead, truncated nose, big mouth and teeth?
That was a joke, I don't mean to offend any of you to whom that description might apply.
Oct 26, 2019 12:49:49 #
Chimping is an INTENTIONAL part of my compositional and capture process. When I first survey a scene I think has potential, I usually move about, quickly snapping off a few frames, hand held, from different angles, positions, heights, etc. I chimp every few frames looking for one that attracts me for composition. If I get one I think holds promise, I will set up my tripod and begin working the composition in more detail. As I work at refining the composition, I will chimp often, adjusting until I have the composition I like. Then, I will work at fine/tuning exposure, focus, etc., again chimping (now with the histogram) until I’m happy with what I have. The ability to chimp is not only an integral part of my routine, but also a key to getting my best images.
Oct 26, 2019 12:57:16 #
Photographer Jim wrote:
Chimping is an INTENTIONAL part of my compositiona... (show quote)
Makes sense
Oct 26, 2019 13:08:49 #
Oct 26, 2019 13:22:11 #
eadler wrote:
It's just a waste of battery power. You can always fix your screw-up in post
Or carry an extra battery and reduce the number of "screw-ups" you have in the first place.
Oct 26, 2019 13:29:17 #
Oct 26, 2019 14:10:42 #
srt101fan wrote:
10 pages to debate the pros and cons of looking at a picture after you take it!? 
Yup. (Attempting to make it 11)
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