Why the double exposure in this sunset photo (Page 2): This is either a reflection caused by multiple lenses inside your zoom lens and the angle which light went through the lens or a...

singleviking Loc: Lake Sebu Eco Park, Philippines

biancat wrote:

Everone has always been so helpful with prior questions. Here is a photo of a Nokomis, Fl Sunset which are lengendary. I have a new Canon T3i- and still learning to work it. I didn't want to lose the shot, so I took the picture on the Automatic setting.

Can anyone tell me why the double exposure on the photo? Appt setting read F8.

And I know I'll receive suggestions on photographing sunsets on other modes besides automatic! They will all be appreciated!

This is either a reflection caused by multiple lenses inside your zoom lens and the angle which light went through the lens or a reflection from the lens surface and the filter itself. Both should show up on your LCD or viewfinder before the shot was taken and a simple change in angle may eliminate it or the use of a prime lens.

LarJgrip Loc: The Fraser Valley

Sundance wrote:

I think you were on Vulcan (Memory-Alpha) It has two suns.

LOL Sundance you crack me upLOL

coco1964 Loc: Winsted Mn

Blurryeyed wrote:

It looks like flare to me, it is to be expected wh... (show quote)

Bingo and well explained.........

russelray Loc: La Mesa CA

biancat wrote:

Everone has always been so helpful with prior questions. Here is a photo of a Nokomis, Fl Sunset which are lengendary. I have a new Canon T3i- and still learning to work it. I didn't want to lose the shot, so I took the picture on the Automatic setting.

Can anyone tell me why the double exposure on the photo? Appt setting read F8.

And I know I'll receive suggestions on photographing sunsets on other modes besides automatic! They will all be appreciated!

I don't see a double exposure. The small spot at the southeast of the sun is lens flare. You can see that it has eight sides, the number of sides that your lens shutter has.

biancat Loc: New York

Thanks so much!

biancat Loc: New York

Yes Indeed and thank you

biancat Loc: New York

Yeah- that was kinda funny!

biancat Loc: New York

Thanks! A change in angle- that's why I have some pictures with the flare and others without it

singleviking Loc: Lake Sebu Eco Park, Philippines

biancat wrote:

Thanks! A change in angle- that's why I have some pictures with the flare and others without it

We don't know which of your responses is directed to which entry if you don't use QUOTE REPLY. instead of just the REPLY button.

Singinman Loc: Newport News, VA

Spot correction in lightroom 4 would make easy work on that spot.

Wabbit Loc: Arizona Desert

biancat wrote:

Everone has always been so helpful with prior questions. Here is a photo of a Nokomis, Fl Sunset which are lengendary. I have a new Canon T3i- and still learning to work it. I didn't want to lose the shot, so I took the picture on the Automatic setting.

Can anyone tell me why the double exposure on the photo? Appt setting read F8.

And I know I'll receive suggestions on photographing sunsets on other modes besides automatic! They will all be appreciated!

Your exposure's off and your filter is causing the circular and star effect doc .....

Dave Johnson Loc: Grand Rapids, Michigan

WNC Ralf wrote:

That is why I NEVER use a filter on my lenses while shooting except when absolutely needed. Use a lens hood for protection, the only time I would use a protective filter is if I was working near salt water spray.

I agree. I had some issues getting shots of the moon (double images) and it turned out being my UV filter. Always use your lens hood as it shades the front eliment (most of the time) and has the added benifit of protecting your lens. That being said the issue with the photo you've posted may be flair.

Boone Loc: Groundhog Town USA

I would say that is lens flare. Tip: Use Manual Mode > Spot Meter > Meter off of the edge (Not on the sun)of the brightest area near the sun > under expose by -1 or -2 stops > compose and shoot. Good for Sunsets or Sunrises! Thanks, Boone

Desert Gecko Loc: desert southwest, USA

Beautiful pictures, Swamp. And I agree, either manual or program auto with 1 or 2 stops of underexposure for most sunsets will bring out the best color and dynamic range.

Regarding lens flare, it's so common when shooting into the sun that I don't think it usually detracts at all, and sometimes it can enhance an image. Here's not a sunset, but a shot of a giant redwood in Yosemite on Mothers' Day with the sun peeking through the top of the tree. I like the streaking, star effect, but in this case I don't care for the reddish flare.

biancat Loc: New York

Still learning, thanks for the heads up!