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May 6, 2024 06:21:01   #
camerapapi wrote:
Try the lens first and see how it works. If it is not rendering images the way they are supposed to be rendered, something not common with a new lens, then the lens should go back to the dealer for a replacement or sent to the distributor for replacement or service.
Do not do calibrations on your own.

Thank you for your good advice.
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May 6, 2024 03:40:29   #
TriX wrote:
Lens calibration on DSLRs is another long standing UHH discussion akin to JPEG vs raw, Mac vs PC, primes vs zooms, etc. With Mirrorless bodies, it’s not typically an issue, but with DSLRs, some pros do it religiously and some don’t. There are many ways to do it, but most require some subjective judgement by the user. One system that doesn’t is Riekan’s Focal - it provides a clear graph of acuity vs calibration or acuity vs fstop. Regardless whether you calibrate or not, it’s a great tool to tell objectively if a lens is up to snuff and where it’s the sharpest. I test all my lenses with it, whether DSLR or MILC, so I KNOW exactly what the acuity of each lens is and where it’s the sharpest. And for my DSLRs, I calibrate all my lenses, and I’ve found that the vast majority need some correction. What YOU do, is up to you.
Lens calibration on DSLRs is another long standing... (show quote)


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May 5, 2024 20:12:47   #
claytonfm wrote:
I had a bad experience with what I believe was an uncalibrated zoom lens. Some years back we went to
Costa Rica with a Canon 80D and a Tamron 20-400 mm lens. I'm no pro but I've been taking photos for many years with satisfactory results. However, I recently reviewed the Costa Rica photos to find that they were virtually all noticeably out of focus; why I'm just now discovering this is a bit of a mystery. I'm certain that it was because the lens and camera were slightly mismatched. However, the good news is that through the miracle of Topaz Sharpen AI most were recoverable.

Later I tried to calibrate the lens/camera using the recommended procedure but found it nearly impossible to perform accurately enough to help; it's very tedious. If you decide that you need to do the calibration, send camera and lens to camera manufacturer, have them do it and save yourself an afternoon of frustration
I had a bad experience with what I believe was an ... (show quote)


Good information Clayton. Im sorry you had that experience but could rescue it.
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May 5, 2024 15:33:27   #
Thomas902 wrote:
Thank you for your sage advice imagemeister...
It is a breath of fresh air amongst the thoughtless regurgitation of other "Tribe" members that dominate UHH.

To the OP: In my experience if a lens was actually designed for film cameras and you are deploying it on a DSLR you would be wise to test it with the camera lock down on a tripod in "LiveView" with a timed release.
In essence LiveView Tripod Mode (Nikon) is actually no different than shooting with a mirrorless camera, if your results in LiveView match your normal focus paradigm (I'm assuming C (Continuous Focus)) then you're likely good (but a mirror box on a DSLR can be off (it happens) thus sometimes one edge is slightly more in focus.
However since the lens in question is a wide angle it is unlikely that you could detect any variations of focus

Please enjoy you journey to the Swiss country... I believe it is still a conflict free zone.
Thank you for your sage advice imagemeister... br ... (show quote)

Thanks you for your kind words.
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May 5, 2024 13:58:34   #
ronpier wrote:
I think most of us saw it as a typo. Hope others will forgive you.


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May 5, 2024 13:53:25   #
SuperflyTNT wrote:
18-20mm? I’m not aware of anyone making a zoom with so little range.


Sorry 18-200
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May 5, 2024 12:44:24   #
MJPerini wrote:
When you buy a new lens (New or Used), it is good practice to spend a half hour taking some pictures that will reveal any obvious problems. And Is the thing I focused on sharp.......Beyond that, I do not think you need to worry about 'Calibration'


I really appreciate your comment. Thank you.
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May 5, 2024 12:22:59   #
GLSmith wrote:
Read this again…& again….so many issues are Operator generated….example
Pick a stationary subject, select your settings, take picture…Now add on remote control& place on tripod, focus on same subject, snap picture…compare….breathing is crucial & learning to gently depress shutter


Thank you very much for your suggestion.
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May 5, 2024 10:34:27   #
User ID wrote:
If near wide open and truly perfect focus is important, dont overlook the SLR Live View function, which is slow but is 100% perfect. Its there whenever you need it, if you have enough time to use it. Its not for action.


Thank you so very much.
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May 5, 2024 10:12:24   #
CHG_CANON wrote:
Way overreacting


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May 5, 2024 09:08:56   #
Orphoto wrote:
Practice with it using good technique. If the autofocus is delivering sharp images then you are good to go. If you are not pleased by the results there are lots of possible culprits, and calibration is pretty far down the list.


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May 5, 2024 09:08:17   #
larryepage wrote:
I suggest yhat you take some pictures, then inspect focus at the focus point. Most lenses are fine as they come.


Thank you so much.
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May 5, 2024 08:20:34   #
billnikon wrote:
If it is a mirrorless camera, you are overreacting.
If it is a OEM lens, you are overreacting.
If your camera is a DSLR, you are still overreacting.
I have been a professional photographer for over 40 years, and during that time I have won many awards and have done many shows, I have NEVER had to calibrate a lens to a camera yet.
In fact, many professionals caution amateur's to NOT try to calibrate a lens because most of the time they will make it worse.
Here is my advice, always shoot at 1/focal length of the lens, ie. if your lens is a 200 mm, then your minimum shutter speed should be 1/200 second.
Second, stop the lens down 2 or 3 stops, ie. if your lens is a 100mm 1.8 lens, then stop it down to f2.8 to f4.
Third, hold your camera steady using two hands, hold your elbows into your body, press the camera to your face, and breath out when you GENTLY press the shutter button.
If you do this then calibrating the lens will not improve your image quality.
If it is a mirrorless camera, you are overreacting... (show quote)


Thank you so very much.
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May 5, 2024 08:18:07   #
billnikon wrote:
If it is a mirrorless camera, you are overreacting.
If it is a OEM lens, you are overreacting.
If your camera is a DSLR, you are still overreacting.
I have been a professional photographer for over 40 years, and during that time I have won many awards and have done many shows, I have NEVER had to calibrate a lens to a camera yet.
In fact, many professionals caution amateur's to NOT try to calibrate a lens because most of the time they will make it worse.
Here is my advice, always shoot at 1/focal length of the lens, ie. if your lens is a 200 mm, then your minimum shutter speed should be 1/200 second.
Second, stop the lens down 2 or 3 stops, ie. if your lens is a 100mm 1.8 lens, then stop it down to f2.8 to f4.
Third, hold your camera steady using two hands, hold your elbows into your body, press the camera to your face, and breath out when you GENTLY press the shutter button.
If you do this then calibrating the lens will not improve your image quality.
If it is a mirrorless camera, you are overreacting... (show quote)


Thank you so much for your feedback.
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May 5, 2024 06:22:16   #
Its a DSLR, 18-20 mm.
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