Help, my pics tilt
Jul 7, 2014 09:12:00 #
[quote=gvarner]I often allow space around subject so I can crop and level in post production (photoshop) David
Jul 7, 2014 10:20:16 #
Swamp Gator wrote:
It is a very common thing.
Don't know if your camera has it, but check in the settings and see if you can select an option to display a grid right on your viewfinder.
That way, when taking the photo, you can make sure your image is level by lining up a horizon aspect with the appropriate grid line.
Don't know if your camera has it, but check in the settings and see if you can select an option to display a grid right on your viewfinder.
That way, when taking the photo, you can make sure your image is level by lining up a horizon aspect with the appropriate grid line.
The grid helps for sure. I always have it on. It is most important to pay attention to it.
Sometimes I align a vertical (e.g. tree) and sometimes a horizontal (e.g. building roof line or horizon), depending on the image.
Some cameras have other level aids. My Nikon can show little arrows and my Sony a level. But I don't use them often because the grid helps me get close enough most of the time that at most a slight tweak in Lightroom fixes it up.
Jul 7, 2014 10:22:11 #
Al Beatty wrote:
Hi gvarner,
If you think the "grid" would be helpful go to d2 page 216 in your D7000 manual for information (that's where I found it in my manual). Take care & ...
If you think the "grid" would be helpful go to d2 page 216 in your D7000 manual for information (that's where I found it in my manual). Take care & ...
BTW, my gripe with Nikon's grid is that they seem to like a "rule of fourths"; i.e. three lines in each dimension, instead of using the "rule of thirds", like my Sony does. I guess Nikon isn't into photography as much.
Jul 7, 2014 11:06:17 #
gvarner wrote:
I've noticed that most all of my pics have a 10° t... (show quote)
Download Picassa 3 they have an app to straighten photos, very easy.
Jul 7, 2014 11:07:08 #
Jul 7, 2014 11:08:41 #
Mac wrote:
Swamp Gator hit the nail on the head about the display grid. Also the photography program you have on your computer should have a straightening tool.
:)
Jul 7, 2014 11:38:49 #
When you are taking the picture lean to look for something vertical and make sure it is parallel to the side of the frame
Stan
Stan
Jul 7, 2014 11:44:26 #
Jul 7, 2014 11:46:14 #
stan0301 wrote:
When you are taking the picture lean to look for something vertical and make sure it is parallel to the side of the frame
Stan
Stan
"Lean to look"....?
Jul 7, 2014 12:52:16 #
As I do so much architectural photography, I am a perfectionist about getting the images level. BUT, even though I use the grid in the viewfinder, 95% of my architectural images require straightening in post processing. Seems I am almost always off a degree or more. For many subjects, leveling is not important though.
Jul 7, 2014 12:53:32 #
RicknJude wrote:
Try taking one shoe off. :lol:
Or high heel on one side. Actually Swampgator had the best suggestion. The first thing I set on a new camera when I get on is the grid display. It is useful for architecture and horizon lines. Also great with wide angle lens and structures.
Jul 7, 2014 12:58:42 #
bbrown5154
Loc: Baltimore, MD
gvarner wrote:
I've noticed that most all of my pics have a 10° t... (show quote)
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Also you might have something in your menu that shows a horizontal bar or even a 1/3 grid. It would put it in your live view.
I know my 7100 has it and I think my old D90 did as well.
Jul 7, 2014 13:53:06 #
Strangely enough, I used to have more issues when using my old viewfinder camera; I was more concerned with what I was seeing than how I was holding the camera. Cameras with displays, held further away from one's body, do allow you to see the camera as well as the subject. Having said that however, I still like viewfinders because I take many outdoor photos.
Jul 7, 2014 13:57:50 #
Get a tripod that has a quick release platform with a bubble level. Leave the platform on the camera - it will also make setting up on the tripod much faster.
Jul 7, 2014 14:53:06 #
LFingar wrote:
Probably because he was out of loose change :)Oh great! Now you make an offer like that! Where were you when I had that problem with my Canon? :-(
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