White Balance Experiment
Jan 18, 2016 08:42:43 #
Jan 18, 2016 08:52:27 #
All nice but the color, contrast, and sharpness of #1 are #1 :thumbup: :thumbup:
Jan 18, 2016 09:08:27 #
Either set works for me. But if I had to pick a set it would be the first one.
Jan 18, 2016 10:38:24 #
Jan 18, 2016 10:55:11 #
Great shots, I believe the warm is closer to the true color.
Sarantis
Sarantis
Jan 18, 2016 11:21:48 #
vicksart wrote:
I played around with white balance while getting some shots of the Gold-crowned Sparrows that are wintering here. Some were shot with the "cloudy" setting, others with the "sunny" setting. I can't decide which I like better - warm or cool. Any thoughts?
I like the warm ones better but for me I shoot in the "cloudy" setting about 98% of the time during the day light. I just happen to like warm tones more but everybody to their own. By the way I do like the photos very much....Rich
Jan 18, 2016 11:29:36 #
Snap Shot wrote:
Love the colors and composition Vicki!
Thanks Snap Shot. I'm glad you liked these.
Jan 18, 2016 11:30:30 #
WessoJPEG wrote:
I like them all, like the last two the best. :thumbup: :thumbup:
Thanks for the vote Wesso. I appreciate the time you've taken to look and comment.
Jan 18, 2016 11:32:22 #
Jan 18, 2016 11:36:40 #
Szalajj wrote:
My personal preference is the first two shots. To me, the birds seemed to pop out of the shots. I love the warmth of the colors.
After reading the entire list of comments and responses, I understand that the first two shots are actually the "Cloudy" setting.
So, now I need to experiment when I go out to shoot birds in the future. We all learn from breaking out of our comfort zones.
After reading the entire list of comments and responses, I understand that the first two shots are actually the "Cloudy" setting.
So, now I need to experiment when I go out to shoot birds in the future. We all learn from breaking out of our comfort zones.
The author of one of my photography books recommended shooting using the "cloudy" setting to create more warmth in images. I've played around but haven't decided which I like more, thus the experiment. I still don't know but have narrowed it down to what kind of mood I want to create. While it might be important to keep the image true to the natural colors, the artistic element is about creating mood to some degree.
Thanks for adding to the thread with your thoughtful comments.
Jan 18, 2016 11:37:36 #
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Jan 18, 2016 11:41:06 #
Zazzy1 wrote:
Beautiful sharp shots. I love the warmer shots. Your birds are always so crisp and beautiful.
I have tried to get birds to come in sharp and usually strike out.
I have tried to get birds to come in sharp and usually strike out.
Thanks for the kind comments and choosing a preference. I appreciate your contribution to the discussion Zazzy.
Jan 18, 2016 11:42:39 #
Brianm wrote:
I'm for the warm versions, rich colors always grab my eye. But they are all excellent Viki.
Thanks for taking time to look and indicate a preference Brian. I appreciate it as well as the lovely compliment.
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