Photography Tips - how to avoid Camera Shake
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- Опубликовано: 10 окт 2012
- Camera Shake is the cause of more soft fuzzy pictures than anything else. I can't tell you how many people have asked me why their pictures aren't sharp and their camera won't focus properly. But there's nothing wrong with the camera - it's camera shake. So what is it?
Ever noticed that when you look through a powerful lens, telescope or pair of binoculars the image you're seeing seems to jump about and it's hard to keep whatever you're looking at still? Well that's what's known as camera shake and it's caused by the tiny movements all humans make being magnified through the lens. The more powerful the lens the more shake you get.
If your shutter speed isn't fast enough to freeze this movement it'll blur just like a fast moving car, cyclist, runner, bird in flight..... etc. So you have to be sure your shutter speed is fast enough to freeze this movement and there's a simple little formula to help you in this video.
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I use the 'rifle-shooter's' technique. Breath in, then exhale very slowly and steadily and squeeze the shutter button very smoothly.
This was taught to me by one of my friends who joined the army back in the 1970's.
Imagine that you are shooting a rifle; stand with you left leg one step forward and turn your body into the shot. Brace your elbows against your body and hold the camera firmly against your face. And just like Mike, place your left hand (lightly) beneath the lens barrel. Job done!
Train yourself to do this when you're taking a picture, and as Mike said; it will reduce camera shake.
Thanks Mike. It's always good to watch your videos.
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So true ... most people mistake fuzziness/softness as poor focusing instead of camera shake. Good vids!
An excellent teacher. A great trainer. Your explanation is very clear. Your demonstration illustrates and helps the viewers understand your explanation further and better. You make learning about photography easy and fun. Thank you, Mike. Thanks to Natasha and Janie for making this series as well. (Hope I spelled them correctly.)
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@@MikeBrowne Hi. I got a question if the lens I'm using is a full frame 70-200 Nikon lens and I put it on crop sensor dslr which will make it 105-300 (since Nikon crop factor is 1.5x) does that mean the shutter speed can't be slower than 1/320 of a sec or does it depend on what focal length you are currently using at that time when you are taking the shot? Like if I'm using a 70-200 lens and at that time I'm taking the shot my focal length of using is just 70mm my shutter speed shouldn't be slower than 1/80 of a sec???
Thank you. IS does help by about 2 stops depending on how long you set the lens and how steady your hand is. So lets say you're on 300mm, the subject's not moving and have a very steady hand, IS might let you get as low as 1/75th sec. Below that it'll blur. Also higher the zoom range lenses aren't great image quality when zoomed to full stretch.
Again, thank you for clarifying the relationship between high shutter speeds and apertures. I have a kit lens 18-140mm that I like and I always get blurry photos when I'm zooming in beyond 85mm but I think I can change it and get better now. Time to bring out my kit lens again!
I was shooting some flowers the other day @ 200 mm on a 55-200 lens, getting some "fuzzy" shots. Didn't know about the shutter speed/focal length rule. Another great video...very informative. Thanks.
Good to know it helped Michael Mcgraw
Great personality, great teaching skills, vast experience, and the British accent. Doesnt get any better that this.
I really like the way you explain your video. I look forward to seeing all your video's.
VR / IS will let you go about 1 stop slower shutter speed. Crop factor will play a part as your lens gets longer and longer but this is a general guide to help. If you're shutter is a bit below the focal length then you know the's a danger of camera shake so you can take precautions like leaning against a tree, careful breathing or increasing ISO to get the shutter speed up a bit.
Hi Mike, I am a first year photography student, and I have to say that your videos are so simply explained and demonstrated that I am learning a HUGE amount from watching, and my fears are now turning into excitement once again. Thank you so much for posting your tips, they are very much appreciated. Sharing you on Facebook right now :)
Thanks Mark Byrne If your fears are turning to excitement that's fantastic and i'm fulfilling my purpose.
Thank you. If you want be precise than I guess it does. This is only a rough rule of thumb though because some people have a steadier hand than others and can get away with slower speed / length combos. A VR / IS lens will help take it down another stop, possibly two depending on length and steadiness of hand.
Wow you've really slimmed down Since this video Mike! Great video as always...!
Thanks Mike for the easy to comprehend video. I've watched numerous of tutorial videos about the myth of shake and blurred images, your by far was the easiest to understand. Also, the breathing part was so true! I always find my breathing was somewhat of an obstacle to my shooting. Now, I'll go shoot with your techique. Thanks Mike!!!
As a Marksmen this is very similar to taking a shot as you suggested. If you have the time then breathe in, then out, then in, then half way out and squeeze (take) the shot (picture). You can physically feel the blood pumping in your body. Good tips.
Hi Mike,
Thank you very much for explaining this! I've been having this issue and couldn't figure out why? Some shots turned out sharper than others which really baffled me. It even varied from shoot to shoot. I didn't know the whole "length of lense to shutter speed" deal. It was a real "ahhhhaaa" moment for me. You're a very good teacher! You're patience in explaining issues and techniques is very inviting to the photographer! So glad you're here!
You are the best instructor in photography that I have seen on RUclips (and I've watched many). Great instruction with very useful information clearly stated and entertaining without gimmicks. Thank you.
Mike-you are more inspiring than you might realize..sometimes I will walk around the house and using a British accent, saying things like" I think that's a lovely shot" , etc. and my wife will comment, " I guess you 've been listening to your buddy Mike Browne again " :)
Ha ha - that made me smile Dan. Thanks for sharing ... MIKE :-)
Thank you great tip I still makes same mistake too low of shutter speed .. Will apply your rule from now on .. Thank you
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Thank you Mike. That was very helpful !
One of the best teachers you are from all the videos I have seen from you
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Ha - good question. No because in video you generally set a shutter speed of arondd 50th so the movement in the film is smooth to look at. You're not freezing motion in video - you're capturing it. To keep the shot steady as the lens is longer you'll have to use a nice sturdy tripod.
i love how you demonstrate properly
Excellent Mike - got a Tamron 70 - 300 lens recently, was having problem of focusing at higher focal length, used this advice, got shot in focus! Thanks, much appreciated.
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That makes SO much sense to me now. Simple and clear. Thank you
Hi Mike, I am novice and recently started taking pictures using DSLR. Fortunately I found your videos and they are really very interesting and full of knowledge. I am thankful to you for sharing the your knowledge.
love how you explain the stuff
Mike ever since I found your videos, I stopped watching the other guys also teaching photography here in RUclips. Thank you for making them easy to understand.
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I do love the way you explain things . Thank you so much for your time
Thank you for sharing. Wonderful !
Thank you Mike, that explained my blurry pictures with 18-200 mm.
So clearly explained!
you explain everything so well, good job!!
Awesome presentation on the issue. Thank you so much.
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Thank you for your videos! Why sign up for photography classes when I’ve got your educational videos right here at my fingertips! You’re great at explaining things so that even a beginner, such as myself, can understand. You are greatly appreciated kind sir!
It's exactly the same as shooting. Thanks for posting
Thank you so much! I love your videos! You are a fantastic teacher!
Like every tutorial that Mike does, this is an informative, professionally done job. I have now viewed at least 50% of them and the t'other half shall be watched in rapid time.
Fantastic work, as well as entertaining - a top bloke !!
Yes - good tip that will also work well. Provided your camera can shoot when in live view - which most newer DSLRs can. Thanks for sharing..
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Never had this explained as simply and clearly as this. Makes sense when you think about it. I have started to watch more of your video clips as you have a great way of explaining and showing things.
Thanks for sharing.
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Great tutorial Mike.
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Learned a lot. Thanks for sharing....Cheers!!!
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Excellent instruction. Clear direction and very pleasant to watch. Thank you.
Great tips! Thanks!
Excellent tutorial, good sound advice.
Great explanation and fantastic tips to avoid this.
I immediately subscribed. Thank you so much.
I've never seen a photography lesson so well explained! you're awesome, I'm gonna watch all your videos :)
Incredible tips. Thanks again
wowzors, I actually hadn't found anobody talk about this before... gr8 tip!
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Thank you, My pleasure
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I really appreciate your videos. I've spent hours learning new tips and tricks and will continue to. Thanks!!!!
Thank you for this, clear, informative, in a non condescending way, everyone has got to start somewhere. Excellent.
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it @mj-lp5eb. Everyone does indeed start somewhere. Me, you, them - everybody... 😊
Very well presented! And no ego like many other photography videos. Thanks a lot!
Great rule of thumb, thanks!
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I'm always in need of a reminder about focal lengths....thanks!
very very easy and smart way of explaining camera shake!
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Wow thanks I finally get the concept. Correct I watched the video again and understood it! 👍😎
wonderful, very helpful, thanks.
Thanks, Mike! What a simple, yet memorable trick!
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Love this guy - great explanations - and showing the difference in shots makes for a clearer explanation.
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Thanks Mike,nicely explained.
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Very useful information in just 6 minutes of video, thank you Mike!
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A great way to avoid camera shake when doing portraits is to have the handle of the camera on top. you get a much better grip on it and have more of your hand on the camera. You can also get a battery grip for the bottom of your camera and have it held correctly both landscape and portrait.
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Another informative video. Thank you.
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