HDR mode
Jan 8, 2021 09:47:47 #
ColonelButler wrote:
Aperture priority, auto bracket +-2, auto ISO, post process exposures. Manual is only useful if on a tripod.
Interesting ideas there ...
Jan 8, 2021 10:30:02 #
User ID wrote:
Interesting ideas there ...
Same ideas everyone else has stated...because that's how it is done. (rolls eyes)
Jan 8, 2021 10:51:25 #
I'm trying something new (to me) about HDR. Now that I'm using ... and studying ... Affinity Photo, once I load up my RAW file, there is an HRD button at the top left. I'm not one who rushes to a 'quick fix', but I thought I'd experiment with a regular image shot. The resulting image is very impressive. There is also an array of options I can 'adjust' to change what I'm seeing. I frequently, but not always, back down some of the contrast. But I have to admit, this is an impressive tool. For those of you who also have Affinity Photo, I invite you to give it a try.
Jan 8, 2021 11:18:46 #
I shoot in Canon Av or Sv (usually Av), bracketing 5 exposures of normal, +1, +2, -1, -2, and combine in Photomatix or ON1 PR. Occasionally, I’ll do a 3 exposure handholding.
Jan 8, 2021 11:24:53 #
10MPlayer wrote:
Some newer cameras have an automated HDR mode. I do use manual on my older Canon 60D.
I believe that in camera auto HDR only gives you Jpegs. In my mind, that kind if defeats the purpose of HDR. If it doesn't defeat the purpose, it certainly diminishes the results.
Jan 8, 2021 11:30:17 #
elliott937 wrote:
I'm trying something new (to me) about HDR. Now t... (show quote)
For those that are not familiar with this subject, I'd like to clarify some points. What's described above is HDR post processing of a single image, which can be done manually or done using one-click applications as described above. That stands in contrast to using exposure bracketing which involves taking multiple exposures at different exposure levels, then merging the resulting files to produce a single file that ideally has the best of the data from each of the files got via bracketing. That last step requires special merging software, and the process is usually referred to as HDR merging.
Where single image HDR processing is concerned, I recommend learning how to do your own because it will teach you a lot about processing in general. By all means have a look at the one-click applications and try to work out what they do and how they do it. The easy bit is lifting the shadows and lowering the highlights. The difficult bit is restoring the resulting loss of contrast and ending up with something that looks natural (or at least believable).
Jan 8, 2021 11:38:45 #
R.G. is making an excellent suggestion. Studying what is available is what makes post production even more interesting.
Jan 8, 2021 11:46:26 #
R.G. wrote:
For those that are not familiar with this subject,... (show quote)
Thanks, R.G., good input.
Jan 8, 2021 12:01:37 #
User ID wrote:
Just now tested Sony and Canon. Based on sounds of... (show quote)
I think that is likely true for in-camera hdr, which on my camera only yields a jpeg. I think most responses here assumed it was for merging in lightroom or similar, at least that was on my mind. In which case it does matter.
Jan 8, 2021 14:27:50 #
Gene51 wrote:
Correct. Only shutter speed should be adjusted, though sometimes adjusting both shutter speed and ISO can work.
Same here...I shoot real estate and I want to keep the DOF constant, so I use AV mode and let the camera set the shutter speed, adjusting ISO occassionally when the lighting calls for it. I normally use a five exposure bracket.
Jan 8, 2021 14:39:48 #
Canisdirus wrote:
Same ideas everyone else has stated...because that's how it is done. (rolls eyes)
Not clear about why you’re saying that you are just repeating “same ideas that everyone else has stated” ? At least it does hang well with “rolls eyes”.
Jan 8, 2021 15:45:04 #
User ID wrote:
Not clear about why you’re saying that you are just repeating “same ideas that everyone else has stated” ? At least it does hang well with “rolls eyes”.
I'm sure you are in a fog...
Jan 8, 2021 15:59:32 #
User ID wrote:
I was reaching for a Nikon when The Voice From the Sky said “Reeeeeally ? Nikon ?!?!? Who gives a Ratzazz ?”
I was reaching for a Nikon when The Voice From the Sky said “Reeeeeally ? Nikon ?!?!? Who gives a Ratzazz ?”
Have never gotten around to trying HDR, but finally making the time with my interest piqued. Being a fairly happy owner of Nikon D7100, wondering what the bias or big issue is - re: Nikon. Interested in a reasonable reply.
Jan 8, 2021 18:50:25 #
Jersey guy
Loc: New Joisey
True. My Canon has an HDR mode but I see little of the effect the few times I experimented with it. I don't recalll what exposure parameteres it decided to use but I prefer to auto bracket +/- 2EV.
Jan 8, 2021 18:52:35 #
lowkick wrote:
I believe that in camera auto HDR only gives you Jpegs. In my mind, that kind if defeats the purpose of HDR. If it doesn't defeat the purpose, it certainly diminishes the results.
Yes, Sony in camera HDR is merged in camera and JPEG only - works for me because it is simple and cheap and I do also PP the JPEGS ! No bothering with raw......and yes, if you are a computer nerd or computer "artist" manually using raw, your results MAY or probably may give "better" results than using "JUST" JPEGS ....
I will also say that your FOCUS also should be locked as well as exposure for best results .......that means your AF lens should be in manual focus mode or just use a manual focus/aperture lens......
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