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Thanks for that, sounds like plus 1 ev would be a good start point. I know centre-point focussing is usually most reliable ...is it the case that there's more hunting around with auto points active?
Comment by McGregNi posted on RAF Waddington Airshow 2014 at 10/07/2014 - 10:46
True ... that would be a good reason to prepare a checklist of settings for specialised work like this. There are quite a number of setting items and controls to ensure are pre-set. Although would there be any real application for the setting that allows the camera to keep firing even out of focus?
Comment by McGregNi posted on New toy for me at 10/07/2014 - 08:15
Oh dear ... would your K30 do the same? At least those who us have have migrated to the northern hemisphere don't have to contend with so many ceiling fans Looks like you might need that K511S
BUT - that 645Z video was shot on a tripod ... you're not supposed to use SR on a tripod are you???
BUT - that 645Z video was shot on a tripod ... you're not supposed to use SR on a tripod are you???
Comment by McGregNi posted on Anyone using their DSLR for video at 10/07/2014 - 08:06
Really impressive aircraft pics, sharp and with dynamic angles plus punchy colour. A great job. There's been discussion on another thread here about camera exposure settings and autofocus modes... Sound be interesting to know how the camera was set up for these ... Any exposure compensation, metering mode and af technique? Clearly it had all worked perfectly here!
Comment by McGregNi posted on RAF Waddington Airshow 2014 at 09/07/2014 - 21:10
Steve, yes, I think that small crop is stronger... There's many options of course, but I found the centre placement of the key point of interest just broke the rules really.
Comment by McGregNi posted on £50 reward at 09/07/2014 - 21:03
Certainly paid off, and a well earned reward! A great shot, the lighting is just right, its looking over and the surrounds are beautiful - what more could you want ? ... I know.... what about a crop just to take the little subject a bit further off-centre?
Comment by McGregNi posted on £50 reward at 09/07/2014 - 18:26
The reason I feel burst mode is best with AF.C is that the system will not fire until it hits focus, so whilst the burst will 'stutter' on and off as the focus works, mostly it will only fire when focus is good - of course it will struggle at times, but thats the principle anyway. The key techniques is to mentally forget about the focussing completely, just concentrate on keeping the framing good and ensure there's space in front of the subject for it to move into.
Comment by McGregNi posted on New toy for me at 09/07/2014 - 16:29
Owls have been out in force a bit lately on the forum Steve! I think 2,3 & 4 are strongest here, 4 really perfect with great framing and ideal background. 2 is very interesting in silhouette and with the object behind, unusual but very effective. 3 has that great wingspan, its just a pity that the sky causes quite a distraction. Thanks for posting these pics of an amazing creature.
Comment by McGregNi posted on Barn Owl (last lot) at 09/07/2014 - 12:42
