Remote shutter release?
Apr 17, 2012 10:16:46 #
Using a remote shutter and mirror lock up will help with image sharpness. The less vibration the better. But it only helps if your camera is in the right settings and focus. If you pictures are noticebly blurry it won't help at all. if your camera is already on a tripod the remote and mirror lock up will help a little. If your subjects are moving try manual focus or AI servo auto focus. If you do one shot focus when subject is moving the one shot auto focus loses the focus.
Apr 17, 2012 11:40:08 #
I noticed you have a Tamron 18-270 for your Sony.
Are you happy with the lens, even at 270? I am pretty picky about lenses and would appreciate your opinion.
Thank you,
Bill
Are you happy with the lens, even at 270? I am pretty picky about lenses and would appreciate your opinion.
Thank you,
Bill
Apr 17, 2012 12:02:33 #
Ever notice that some tripods have a hook at the bottom
of the head between the legs? That is great for adding weight.
Think about it!
of the head between the legs? That is great for adding weight.
Think about it!
Apr 17, 2012 12:08:32 #
Farview wrote:
MT Shooter, then why not leave it permanently in that position? would that damage anything?
Simple. Mirror up entails a 3 to 10 second delay in tripping the shutter depending on the camera body you are using (usually not adjustable). This time delay is necessary to allow the vibration wave to travel throughout the equipment and subside before the shutter trips. If shooting anything that moves, that will cause you to miss the majority of shots, especially sports and wildlife. Just try to take a picture of a BIF with a 10 second delay, he will be in the next county by the time the shutter trips.
Apr 17, 2012 12:12:02 #
dustywing wrote:
How's it a battery hog? Mines two years old and the same battery.
Unless you store in with something holding the button down there is no contact.
Unless you store in with something holding the button down there is no contact.
My factory battery went dead in 4 months, I just attributed that to being old stock. But the replacement only lasted 6 months. Now on my 3rd battery in just over a year, its 3 months old now and I have a spare in my camera case in the event it gives out on me during the summers shooting season.
Apr 17, 2012 12:37:35 #
Farview wrote:
Do you use one?
Any particular brand? for a D7000
Do you definitely get better results/less movement?
Know my tripod isn't probably good either.
Just took about a doz. bluebird pictures, loaded them on the PC, blew them up to some degree, and all are blurred. So thought maybe a remote shutter release would help.
Suggestions pls.
Definitely learning from this GREAT website and all you experienced photographers. thx so much
Any particular brand? for a D7000
Do you definitely get better results/less movement?
Know my tripod isn't probably good either.
Just took about a doz. bluebird pictures, loaded them on the PC, blew them up to some degree, and all are blurred. So thought maybe a remote shutter release would help.
Suggestions pls.
Definitely learning from this GREAT website and all you experienced photographers. thx so much
I always use a remote with my Canon 50D. I use the Canon brand as it is the only one that fits the camera. Two other things: use a tripod and a fast shutter speed. Birds and animals move two quickly so open the shutter to its wider openings.
Swede
Apr 17, 2012 12:51:53 #
All the articles I've read say to turn off the Anti Vibration while on a tripod because the lens is trying to adjust and can cause vibration. I'm sure on some cameras and lenses this may differ, but all the D series cameras recomend this.
MtnMan wrote:
Are you referring to the VR switch? You don't need to do that with the 55-300mm at least; perhaps with any Nikon lens with VR II. It is "tripod aware" and adjusts the control algorithm to work on a tripod.
But this is with my Sigma 150-500 with the OS off...
ferrinmike wrote:
the d5100 also has a rear sensor, I use mine a lot. Also turn off the AV switch when on tripod.
Are you referring to the VR switch? You don't need to do that with the 55-300mm at least; perhaps with any Nikon lens with VR II. It is "tripod aware" and adjusts the control algorithm to work on a tripod.
But this is with my Sigma 150-500 with the OS off...
Apr 17, 2012 16:56:36 #
ML-L3 Nikon Remote Control 4 D7000 D5100 D5000 D3000 D90 P6000 P7000 D60
$3.89 free s/h from USA
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ML-L3-Nikon-Remote-Control-4-D7000-D5100-D5000-D3000-D90-P6000-P7000-D60-/180755976016?pt=Camera_Camcorder_Remotes&hash=item2a15e54f50
Works perfect for me.
$3.89 free s/h from USA
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ML-L3-Nikon-Remote-Control-4-D7000-D5100-D5000-D3000-D90-P6000-P7000-D60-/180755976016?pt=Camera_Camcorder_Remotes&hash=item2a15e54f50
Works perfect for me.
Apr 17, 2012 16:59:54 #
DPM wrote:
ML-L3 Nikon Remote Control 4 D7000 D5100 D5000 D3000 D90 P6000 P7000 D60
$3.89 free s/h from USA
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ML-L3-Nikon-Remote-Control-4-D7000-D5100-D5000-D3000-D90-P6000-P7000-D60-/180755976016?pt=Camera_Camcorder_Remotes&hash=item2a15e54f50
Works perfect for me.
$3.89 free s/h from USA
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ML-L3-Nikon-Remote-Control-4-D7000-D5100-D5000-D3000-D90-P6000-P7000-D60-/180755976016?pt=Camera_Camcorder_Remotes&hash=item2a15e54f50
Works perfect for me.
Yes, but its not a Nikon remote, its a cheap Chinese knockoff. Just so you are aware.
Apr 17, 2012 17:01:55 #
Apr 18, 2012 01:38:15 #
Iowegan wrote:
ALSO!!
If your to the point that you're using a remote shutter, you might as well use Exposure Delay Mode, found on d11 in the Custom Setting Menu.
It will provide another ~1sec of delay once the mirror is raised before releasing the shutter.
It will make a difference in vibrations.
Something else, I found that if I manually focus, I can achieve better results than AF, every time.
If your to the point that you're using a remote shutter, you might as well use Exposure Delay Mode, found on d11 in the Custom Setting Menu.
It will provide another ~1sec of delay once the mirror is raised before releasing the shutter.
It will make a difference in vibrations.
Something else, I found that if I manually focus, I can achieve better results than AF, every time.
Using manual focus is great, as long as your eyesight is also great. Mine has "slipped" enough that I generally need to use autofocus, unless I am taking a macro shot.
Apr 18, 2012 01:45:26 #
MT Shooter wrote:
My factory battery went dead in 4 months, I just attributed that to being old stock. But the replacement only lasted 6 months. Now on my 3rd battery in just over a year, its 3 months old now and I have a spare in my camera case in the event it gives out on me during the summers shooting season.
dustywing wrote:
How's it a battery hog? Mines two years old and the same battery.
Unless you store in with something holding the button down there is no contact.
Unless you store in with something holding the button down there is no contact.
My factory battery went dead in 4 months, I just attributed that to being old stock. But the replacement only lasted 6 months. Now on my 3rd battery in just over a year, its 3 months old now and I have a spare in my camera case in the event it gives out on me during the summers shooting season.
That sounds like you may have a problem; like something in your camera using too much power, or slowiy drawing power with the power switch off. The only time I had the problem you are describing, was when I made the mistake of buying one of those cheap "knock-off" batteries. I won't do that again.
Apr 18, 2012 01:48:27 #
One reason I like the Sony 5n and NEX-7 with manual Leica
and other glass as it outlines the the object when in focus.
and other glass as it outlines the the object when in focus.
Apr 18, 2012 02:25:42 #
Rip Tragle wrote:
One reason I like the Sony 5n and NEX-7 with manual Leica
and other glass as it outlines the the object when in focus.
and other glass as it outlines the the object when in focus.
My God Rip,
You can hardly see the camera on the end of that cannon.
Apr 18, 2012 09:40:00 #
ThomasS wrote:
quote=MT Shooter quote=dustywing How's it a batt... (show quote)
What does a camera have to do with w wireless remote battery??
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