A Little Jump(er)

McGregNi
Posted 14/12/2014 - 18:58 Link
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I don't usually bother posting any of the hundreds of family shots I take over a year (don't we all!), but sometimes one comes up that seems too infectious to not share! This one, apart from the fun of it, is notable for being one of my first with the the SMC A50mm f1.7, not a lens type I've used before on APS-C.

I hope it shows off some of the characteristics .... speed! sharpness and the OOF background, three elements I am sure I will be enjoying taking advantage of more and more. Camera is the K7 of course, ISO 100, at f2.0, 1/2000th sec, -0.3 EC
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Edited by McGregNi: 14/12/2014 - 19:07
screwdriver222
Posted 14/12/2014 - 19:34 Link
I like it. Looks like she's levitating.

Jeff
alfpics
Posted 14/12/2014 - 20:30 Link
She looks great Nigel! A wonderful moment 'frozen' in time
Andy
bwlchmawr
Posted 14/12/2014 - 20:51 Link
Beautifully captured, Nigel.
Best wishes,

Andrew

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doingthebobs
Posted 14/12/2014 - 20:59 Link
Wonderful picture Nigel.

Never mind about the characteristics, Its the picture that's wonderful.
Bob
McGregNi
Posted 15/12/2014 - 08:38 Link
Thanks everyone, It has that appeal for sure ... But what about those lens characteristics ?
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johnriley
Posted 15/12/2014 - 08:42 Link
Very nice timing!
Best regards, John
McGregNi
Posted 15/12/2014 - 17:02 Link
johnriley wrote:
Very nice timing!


Thankyou! I did try some bursts before this, but decided to use interaction more ... So I called out 'jump'! while steady and waiting and clicked just as I saw her at the top of the jump. The results from this approach were better than the continuous bursts.
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davidwozhere
Posted 16/12/2014 - 00:43 Link
You just answered a question I was thinking.
Yes, it is a super lens - so is that 28mm you list in your handle . (The 28mm TAK is even better).
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McGregNi
Posted 16/12/2014 - 09:39 Link
I guess you were thinking about the technique of getting her sharp and off the ground. Interaction seemed the best way, as I could coordinate the camera with the action, and shoot just at the crest of the jump, where there's less movement.

The A50 looks to be a real gem ... I've not explored a nifty fifty on digital before, so looking forward to more and more with it ... Bokeh is very good. The 28mm I've found more useful for landscapes, stopped down on a tripod. Thanks for taking a look
My Guides to the Pentax Digital Camera Flash Lighting System : Download here from the PentaxForums Homepage Article .... link
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