Since we seem to be in the mood to vote . . .
Mar 1, 2012 13:20:39 #
Wabbit
Loc: Arizona Desert
Nikonian72 wrote:
Rabbit wrote:
Click "(Download)" to see one of my images used in Nikon (Europe) advertizement. All images on this page, taken with 18-55 mm kit lenses. Click on image of Golden Jellyfish.I've seen quite a few beautiful pictures from them with the inexpensive 18-55mm, maybe the op has defective equipment.
Beautiful pictures, extremely well done in NYC, living proof that the D3100 and kit lens 18-55mm is a very good choice.
But one must learn how to use it to get good results.
Mar 1, 2012 13:24:59 #
Wabbit
Loc: Arizona Desert
tenbanshee wrote:
Pepsi is #1
jdtx wrote:
Dr. Pepper
Nikonian72 wrote:
I vote Pepsi!
Because camera choices are just as subjective as cola choices.
Because camera choices are just as subjective as cola choices.
Pepsi is #1
And I know why, too
Mar 1, 2012 13:25:46 #
george,
i'm using primarily a 200mm nikor af-s lens. I have come to realise that MT is right, my shooting form sucks. I have tested myself shooting close targets (50 ft or less) and zoom in and noticed the pics are still fuzzy. I've tried both auto on matrix and spot focus and maual focus. I've even tried using the car window to rest the camera and still get uncrisp images. Now, this is not the case all of the time. Apparently I'm close (if I concentrate) because some of the pics come out very sharp and clear with the same settings. I know i'm screwing up some of the settings because I shoot primarily on P and sometimes A, and at times i shoot the "guide" just because it asks me what I want then tells me the adjustments to do it. But that's embarrassing to admit. A photographer should know his equipment well enough to get settings close prior to hitting the shutter. I don't. . . yet . . .but I will. I read about it everyday. I'm finding there are as many opinions as there are stars in the sky.
i'm using primarily a 200mm nikor af-s lens. I have come to realise that MT is right, my shooting form sucks. I have tested myself shooting close targets (50 ft or less) and zoom in and noticed the pics are still fuzzy. I've tried both auto on matrix and spot focus and maual focus. I've even tried using the car window to rest the camera and still get uncrisp images. Now, this is not the case all of the time. Apparently I'm close (if I concentrate) because some of the pics come out very sharp and clear with the same settings. I know i'm screwing up some of the settings because I shoot primarily on P and sometimes A, and at times i shoot the "guide" just because it asks me what I want then tells me the adjustments to do it. But that's embarrassing to admit. A photographer should know his equipment well enough to get settings close prior to hitting the shutter. I don't. . . yet . . .but I will. I read about it everyday. I'm finding there are as many opinions as there are stars in the sky.
Mar 1, 2012 13:30:02 #
Wabbit
Loc: Arizona Desert
rjb0765 wrote:
I leave the white balance on auto.
That's your first mistake, pick 100 or 200 and leave it there for now
Mar 1, 2012 13:34:36 #
Hello rjb0765
Well Canon does take a warmer picture for sure which I like but I must say might you need to learn more about the Nikon you using, its fine camera besides both cameras have their likes and dislikes. ItÂ’s all up to you in the end which you'll like.
Well Canon does take a warmer picture for sure which I like but I must say might you need to learn more about the Nikon you using, its fine camera besides both cameras have their likes and dislikes. ItÂ’s all up to you in the end which you'll like.
rjb0765 wrote:
I would be interested in what camera make you thin... (show quote)
Mar 1, 2012 13:39:36 #
Wabbit
Loc: Arizona Desert
rjb0765 wrote:
george, br i'm using primarily a 200mm nikor af-s ... (show quote)
You making what can be very simple rather complicated.
And for the time being lower the zoom. It's always harder to focus and set exposure well at further distances with high magnification not to mention camera shake.
Mar 1, 2012 13:45:49 #
Rabbit wrote:
Its a brand new concept called shutter delay on a tripod. I am going to patent the process (Its a secret - Don't tell anyone!).if that's you in the pick-up who took the picture Doc?
Mar 1, 2012 13:55:40 #
thanks for the questions. the shutter speed and f stop I try to adjust as I read the light. alot of trial and error. i mean, how dark is dark? is it dark because of cloud cover or because its late? small adjustments get big results. My white balance is almost always on auto tho i did increase all the settings in the menu where you can choose "neutral" or "vivid" or "cloudy". each of those has a selection to adjust sharpness, saturation and so on. i increased them across the board. Still last nite in dim light i tried to shoot some deer and could not get a fuzz free shot. It may be that I'm fighting pressets. i noticed on my camcorder that if I choose a preset that is for "increased brightness on a cloudy day" I could NOT get the auto focus to sharply display a redwing blackbird. I switched the preset to "capture fast action such as sports" and voila max zoom was crystal clear. I wonder if I'm having the same type of problem with my nikon settings and thats why my problem seems inconsistant?
Mar 1, 2012 14:04:47 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
Rabbit wrote:
Its a brand new concept called shutter delay on a tripod. I am going to patent the process (Its a secret - Don't tell anyone!).if that's you in the pick-up who took the picture Doc?
LMAO
Mar 1, 2012 14:07:10 #
Wabbit
Loc: Arizona Desert
rjb0765 wrote:
thanks for the questions. the shutter speed and f... (show quote)
The camera is very smart but not as smart as you think it is.
In low light just for starters you have the wrong lens, period.
In low light trying to shoot deer your iso needs to be more light sensitive, higher number. Using automatic doesn't mean the camera's going to choose the right settings.
Cause ... The camera is very smart but not as smart as you think it is Doc
Mar 1, 2012 14:09:22 #
Wabbit
Loc: Arizona Desert
Freeaviator wrote:
LMAO
Nikonian72 wrote:
Rabbit wrote:
Its a brand new concept called shutter delay on a tripod. I am going to patent the process (Its a secret - Don't tell anyone!).if that's you in the pick-up who took the picture Doc?
LMAO
Nikonian72 is holding out on us, I think he has a twin
Mar 1, 2012 14:41:14 #
Greg
Loc: Maryland
Rabbit wrote:
That's your first mistake, pick 100 or 200 and leave it there for now
rjb0765 wrote:
I leave the white balance on auto.
That's your first mistake, pick 100 or 200 and leave it there for now
What is 100 or 200 white balance? I hope not the color temperature!
Mar 1, 2012 14:57:53 #
Wabbit
Loc: Arizona Desert
Greg wrote:
What is 100 or 200 white balance? I hope not the color temperature!
Rabbit wrote:
That's your first mistake, pick 100 or 200 and leave it there for now
rjb0765 wrote:
I leave the white balance on auto.
That's your first mistake, pick 100 or 200 and leave it there for now
What is 100 or 200 white balance? I hope not the color temperature!
Sorry wasn't wearing my readers, thought he said auto ISO.
Mar 1, 2012 16:16:50 #
Mar 1, 2012 16:35:01 #
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