Photo Info: I notice that under Photo Gallery there is seldom info given about particular images, i.e. ISO, shutter speed, f-stop, lens length, even time of year, etc. At most the...

RGTX

I notice that under Photo Gallery there is seldom info given about particular images, i.e. ISO, shutter speed, f-stop, lens length, even time of year, etc. At most the photographer might mention lens length. I appreciate a photo more when all that info is given... Is there a reason for this?

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

Many times the info will be misleading for someone trying to duplicate conditions or understand the photographer's choices. For example, I started needing to use a faster shutter speed a few years ago because I'm wobbly. And I don't like to use a tripod

There are browser extensions and websites that can give you all the info you need - unless the person posting has deleted that info. Best to ask the OP anyway; that way, you'll have the "why" as well as the "what."

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

RGTX wrote:

I notice that under Photo Gallery there is seldom info given about particular images, i.e. ISO, shutter speed, f-stop, lens length, even time of year, etc. At most the photographer might mention lens length. I appreciate a photo more when all that info is given... Is there a reason for this?

Is there a reason? Yes, it's April 25, 2022. Every digital camera captures this data and writes as 'EXIF data' into the image files. In this modern world, no one needs to manually type-out this information.

If you want that information, research the available EXIF viewing software you can install into your browser, then act on your interest and install that software into your preferred browser and / or your computer. Then, read all that exposure information on your own free time and as interest dictates.

EXIF - Exchangeable image file format

RGTX

I'm not seeking to duplicate conditions, I simply find that info interesting. It's so easily available. Every jpg or raw image has it recorded. Again, not seeking to duplicate, I just find it interesting to see which settings/data the photographer or the camera chose when taking the shot.

Mac Loc: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia now Hernando Co. Fl.

RGTX wrote:

I notice that under Photo Gallery there is seldom info given about particular images, i.e. ISO, shutter speed, f-stop, lens length, even time of year, etc. At most the photographer might mention lens length. I appreciate a photo more when all that info is given... Is there a reason for this?

In the Photo Gallery rules it is suggested to include camera and lens info as well as exposure settings info. Though I’m not sure how much help knowing the exposure settings can be.

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

RGTX wrote:

I'm not seeking to duplicate conditions, I simply find that info interesting. It's so easily available. Every jpg or raw image has it recorded. Again, not seeking to duplicate, I just find it interesting to see which settings/data the photographer or the camera chose when taking the shot.

I changed to Google Chrome now about 10 years ago so I could use a free extension EXIF Viewer Pro. If you use a different browser, you'll have to see if similar software exists for your preferred browser. Also, you likely have some digital editing software that would let you download the attachment and view the included EXIF.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

RGTX wrote:

... It's so easily available...

Exactly

The free extension for Chrome browser. One click and you can see all this and more:

KenY Loc: Glenside, Pa

CHG_CANON wrote:

I changed to Google Chrome now about 10 years ago so I could use a free extension EXIF Viewer Pro. If you use a different browser, you'll have to see if similar software exists for your preferred browser. Also, you likely have some digital editing software that would let you download the attachment and view the included EXIF.

Extensions for Chrome (found in the Chrome Store) will work on ANY Chomium-based browser, such as Edge, Opera, Vivaldi and others.

You can also find extensions for your browser by looking in the settings under Extensions there will usually be a link to add extensions. There you can search for "EXIF" and add to the browser to show you the info.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

A website that will give you very detailed information, including in-camera styles, scene modes etc, on jpg's:
http://exif.regex.info/exif.cgi

But again, as my personal example in my first response suggests, settings can be misleading. Factor in whether the photographer shot in raw and did heavy editing, and what are you left with that's of value? Talk to the photographer!

RGTX wrote:

... I just find it interesting to see which settings/data the photographer or the camera chose when taking the shot.

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Just Shoot Me Loc: Ithaca, NY

RGTX wrote:

I notice that under Photo Gallery there is seldom info given about particular images, i.e. ISO, shutter speed, f-stop, lens length, even time of year, etc. At most the photographer might mention lens length. I appreciate a photo more when all that info is given... Is there a reason for this?

Another reason other than mentioned previously is that the photographer is more concerned with your appreciation of the photo without the technical data. You could duplicate the settings exactly and never duplicate the image.

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

CHG_CANON wrote:

I changed to Google Chrome now about 10 years ago so I could use a free extension EXIF Viewer Pro. If you use a different browser, you'll have to see if similar software exists for your preferred browser. Also, you likely have some digital editing software that would let you download the attachment and view the included EXIF.

Here is an example.

(Download)

TonyP Loc: New Zealand

RGTX wrote:

I notice that under Photo Gallery there is seldom info given about particular images, i.e. ISO, shutter speed, f-stop, lens length, even time of year, etc. At most the photographer might mention lens length. I appreciate a photo more when all that info is given... Is there a reason for this?

I have to admit I'm surprised that knowing the technical details of how a picture was made would influence anyones 'appreciation' of an image, or make them appreciate the image more.
I wonder if you would admire say a painting by one of the 'masters' more if you knew how they diluted their paint to achieve the colours they attained, or what brushes they used to get that result etc.
I look at heaps of photos both here on UHH and on SlickPic most days and it never occurs to me to wonder what settings someone might have used to get what they did. I do wonder at times just how much post processing might have been employed and sometimes that might influence my admiration for the result, but that's usually only if its say something over cooked or too obviously over processed.
Anyway, each to their own.
Cheers

foathog Loc: Greensboro, NC

"I wonder if you would admire say a painting by one of the 'masters' more if you knew how they diluted their paint to achieve the colours they attained, or what brushes they used to get that result etc."

This is called "learning".

Jimmy T Loc: Virginia

CHG_CANON wrote:

I changed to Google Chrome now about 10 years ago so I could use a free extension EXIF Viewer Pro. If you use a different browser, you'll have to see if similar software exists for your preferred browser. Also, you likely have some digital editing software that would let you download the attachment and view the included EXIF.

This is useful info on occasions when I wonder about the "Look" of a posted pic.
Thanks,
JimmyT Sends

jaymatt Loc: Alexandria, Indiana

CHG_CANON wrote:

Is there a reason? Yes, it's April 25, 2022. Every... (show quote)