Posts for: Clynro
Sep 17, 2013 11:02:53 #
1stJedi wrote:
Although I admit I too would prefer a longer lens,... (show quote)
Thanks for the feedback. I have thought about haze being a factor, and next time I try I will certainly choose the clearest night I can, but on the Super moon day, I had to take what mother nature offered and there were a couple of wispy clouds I had to wait for to get out of the way. I eventually called it quits when I felt like I could see that I was getting some interference from the atmosphere.
I live at about 4500ft (Salt Lake City--granted, with a lot of light pollution), but will be spending some time in the mountains in a couple of weeks at about 7000-8000ft, so I think I'll give it a go then if the weather cooperates. I think the real issue is not having a long enough lens to get what I'm after, but I'm looking into the Sig 150-500mm or equivalent for the future. (when your gear limits your abilities I guess it's time for more gear, right?!!)
With regard to technique, I did have IS off on the tripod, and was trying to focus manually to see if I could get improvements over auto, but I'm not sure I made much of a difference. I was mostly interested to know if I had covered all of the bases technique-wise, before chalking it up to equipment. I do think the elevation suggestion and the haze caution are keepers, though. I'll definitely keep those in mind.
Sep 17, 2013 10:39:48 #
gawler wrote:
very nice set , what settings and gear were you using
Thank you! I shoot with a Nikon D600. My two lenses right now are the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8 and the Nikon 70-200mm f4. I usually have a CP filter on. For these, I was using my 70-200mm because I wanted to keep my distance from the frey. ISO 800, 70mm, F6.3, but I changed those settings as lighting conditions changed as the sun came up. I would usually take a couple of test shots to make sure I had the lighting right, and then just laid in ambush.
Sep 17, 2013 01:52:07 #
That was my theory. I think the nice photos I was trying for were taken with much longer lenses, or maybe even through a telescope. I still want to try a longer exposure with my ND filter, just to see what happens.
Sep 17, 2013 01:29:55 #
I was hoping to get a shot that would completely fill the shot, maybe even crop out a part of the moon, but while still retaining sharp details of the craters of the surface.
By the way, I shoot a Nikon D600 which I thought would give me that sort of resolution. Again, I'm thinking that perhaps I will do better only with a longer lens.
By the way, I shoot a Nikon D600 which I thought would give me that sort of resolution. Again, I'm thinking that perhaps I will do better only with a longer lens.
Sep 17, 2013 01:24:12 #
JohninRockville wrote:
Should we assume this is what you consider the best shot of the series? I'm surprised you didn't get better at a smaller opening and longer timing. Still - it looks pretty sharp in this image. I wouldn't think motion blur would be a problem even with a second or more exposure.
That's exactly what I thought as well, and yes this is about as good as it got for me. I tried longer shutter speeds, but results were similar (longer being at f/11 at about 1/160). Longer than that, and the detail seemed to get washed out. This was before I had my variable ND filter that would have allowed a longer shutter speed at all apertures, though. Could that make a difference? I hadn't thought to try that until just now, because I didn't purchase it for that type of shot, but it might work. Anyone used that technique?
Sep 17, 2013 01:07:10 #
Thanks Miriam. The biggest challenge for me was getting the angle I wanted without getting run down, or spooking the horses into stopping their run.
Sep 17, 2013 01:05:01 #
I have seen much sharper images that could be magnified more or cropped more without losing the degree of detail I lose when I attempt those things with my photos.
Sep 17, 2013 00:51:32 #
I spent a week at the Rockin' R ranch for a family reunion and had a great time with my new camera during the early morning horse round-up. These were some of my favorites. C/C always appreciated!
Running through the pond
Ready for the saddle
Round up
Also during round up
Sep 17, 2013 00:39:38 #
During the last super moon, I got exited to give it a shot to see what I could come up with. I have seen some pretty incredible shots of the moon posted here, but I was less than satisfied with my results. I had the mirror up on a tripod with remote release, and tried all combinations of aperture and shutter speeds with the longest lens I have, a Nikon 70-200mm f4.
This one was taken at iso 100, 200mm, 1/800, f4 and seems to be representative of what I achieved no matter what the settings. I'm wondering if there is something I'm missing, or if I'm reaching the limits of my equipment for this type of shot. Thoughts?
This one was taken at iso 100, 200mm, 1/800, f4 and seems to be representative of what I achieved no matter what the settings. I'm wondering if there is something I'm missing, or if I'm reaching the limits of my equipment for this type of shot. Thoughts?
Super Moon 6/22/13
Aug 27, 2013 11:54:00 #
I really like the emphasis on the water and how the surroundings fade dramatically. Was that a processing choice, or was the sunlight hitting the scene just right? The way the eyes are naturally drawn over the image makes it feel good just to look at!
Aug 27, 2013 11:49:00 #
Nice, I think I like the color one better. It looks like you straightened the horizon a little better in the B&W version though..
Aug 26, 2013 12:52:17 #
Love 'em--especially 2,4, and 7. Keep them coming! Great artistry.
Aug 19, 2013 19:02:34 #
If you haven't already gone yet (I've been traveling myself lately and am just getting to my back issues of the UHH), I wanted to weigh in. I did the cruise it sounds like you're planning to take a couple of years ago, and I have to say, my photos were very dissappointing.
First of all, I was only using a megazoom point and shoot back then, a good one, but not the same as the D600 I use now. But even with the equipment I have now, the shot would be very tough at best. The ship is going to be several miles off shore, and the only thing you'll probably see is the orange glow of the lava as it comes up to the earth's surface while schrouded in steam (unless it is errupting much more impressively than it was when we passed--and I'm sure that is quite variable). There will be no other light sources other than what the heavens provide on that night.
My best recommendation would be to use the longest lens you have, crank up the ISO as much as your equipment can tolerate while not inviting too much noise, and then to use the longest exposure you can get away with--but it's still going to have to be quite short. A tripod or monopod might help, but the ship will be moving, so it doesn't really help that much unless you're really unsteady with the camera. Image stabilization would be helpful as well. I really wouldn't expect too much, but I wish you the best of luck!
First of all, I was only using a megazoom point and shoot back then, a good one, but not the same as the D600 I use now. But even with the equipment I have now, the shot would be very tough at best. The ship is going to be several miles off shore, and the only thing you'll probably see is the orange glow of the lava as it comes up to the earth's surface while schrouded in steam (unless it is errupting much more impressively than it was when we passed--and I'm sure that is quite variable). There will be no other light sources other than what the heavens provide on that night.
My best recommendation would be to use the longest lens you have, crank up the ISO as much as your equipment can tolerate while not inviting too much noise, and then to use the longest exposure you can get away with--but it's still going to have to be quite short. A tripod or monopod might help, but the ship will be moving, so it doesn't really help that much unless you're really unsteady with the camera. Image stabilization would be helpful as well. I really wouldn't expect too much, but I wish you the best of luck!
Jun 26, 2013 19:49:46 #
I recently purchased the MeFoto GlobeTrotter Travel Tripod Kit from B&H for $209. It's made by Benro, comes with a carry case and optional spike feet, includes the quick release attachment on the ball head, supports 26 pounds, folds up to a length of about 16" and has one leg that converts into a Monopod. So far, I've been really happy with it. And all for about 4 pounds of carry weight. Granted, I purchased it as a portable option for traveling, but so far, I've just used it at home and on day trips, but it's been very nice. It may be just the sort of thing he needs!
Jun 26, 2013 10:40:30 #
Thanks, everyone. I sincerely appreciate the time taken and for the info shared!!