Thanks for a nice video. The process - great idea. Your suggestions / examples of what may be in the process would be really helpful. Like, do you suggest different processes for shooting vintage manual lenses vs. AF lenses?
@erikladefoged6108 What would be in the process would vary for each individual and the equipment they have, so it would be difficult to make a list that is universal. A start would include: 1. Compose 2. Focus 3. Set ISO 4. Set Aperture 5. Set Shutter Speed 6. Expose This leaves out any mechanics of setting up b the camera on the tripod or any camera or lens specific steps. Each person needs to develop their own list.
I enjoyed the video, thanks! I had a resistance to using a tripod, partly because I needed to carry it around, and also it seems to attract attention in public places. But when I had to use a tripod, because there was no alterative (like doing pinhole images with long exposures) - I found that people completely ignored me. That was a learning point. But of the various suggestions, the last one, taking notes, is for me the hardest. I really struggle with that. I often have a notebook or pens with me, I sketch and take notes in lectures etc - but taking photographic notes seems very very hard to do, simply because, in the moment, it's the last thing I want to do. Maybe a video on that might help!😊
@g-r-a-e-m-e- I understand about the notes. I struggle to consistently do it, too, even though I find the info useful later on. Maybe a video exploring ways to make it easier would be a good idea. Thanks!
I can't argue with you on points you suggested . But digital has made me so damn lazy compared to film days. But I'm always glad I had my time with film cameras up to 6x7 as we learnt the skill of ''picking the moment''. Those who learnt with digital don't seem to have that skill and seemly have to take 100s of photos at a simple Mother and 5 year old portrait session (that particular photographer took 600! ) I still miss the split focusing screens and even agree about the lovely little Oly cameras 🥳🥳. And yes; I should use a tripod as I know I will take far less nature photos for far more higher quality "keepers" % wise. Too old too lazy; it's just something to do these days so bugga ya tripod 🤣 Maybe a topic for a video someday . The more gear = more confusion = more frustration = more gear = = even more frustration = loss of interest ---- wishing I learnt that earlier :(
Hi Don, great advice thanks. On the subject of notes, it is possible to add a voice text to the photo on your Olympus cameras giving added info. I tend to use it when using legacy/vintage lenses. A vid on how to use tripods correctly would be appreciated.
@@alangamble3236 I'll have to look into adding voice text to images. Interesting! Thank you! I think a video on tripods and their use will soon be in the works.
I would leave photography before dragging around a tripod around. Just miserable. But I did get the Nikon ZF just for using manual lenses and I’ve enjoyed that experience taking my on subjects.
@@WhoIsSerafin I am guessing your photography is more mobile than using a tripod allows. I understand what you are saying. All of my videos are food for thought and never meant to say that there is only one path. Thank you for watching and commenting!
I'm still getting to grips with a more complex digital camera system. This means your advice about the use of a tripod is invaluable as it slows the whole process down. Switching to info screen, Is the white balance and ISO correct for the conditions, is the shutter/aperture combination appropriate etc..From the late sixties to the eighties l became so used to Film, mostly 35mm, later 6x4.5, digital is a new learning curve.... will someone please develop a screen that can be viewed in sunlight. !
@BrianLesliePerry Learning digital has it's challenges but the basics of photography are still the same. The nice thing is that you can see the results immediately and then try again if necessary without any extra cost! Thanks for watching and commenting!
That's 90% of my issue when I get home to upload to Lightroom. I see what I thought for sure was a great image, isn't framed right, and areas that would have fully created the image i wanted were out of the shot.
That issue troubles all photographers….from the total luddite to world famous professional. For “faster” genres, such as wildlife and sports, I have learned to “run my eye” around all four borders of the scene as presented in the viewfinder to look for offending artifacts, unintended cut-offs and more while pre-composing. If I need to move a bit as Mr. Gumm mentions, I take that “edge tour” again. Its too easy to for me concentrate on the subject only in finder if I dont do this, often leading to disappointing surprises later. All of the tips in this fine video are worth hearing, heeding, and repeating….thank you sir!
Good advice Don! I keep my tripods in my car so I have them at the ready.
@@VictorReynolds So do I!
Some sound advice there thanks Dom. I’ve made mistakes by not following a process and should take notes especially when using a vintage lens.
@davidmill7289 Thank you! Thanks for watching and commenting to!
Thank you for all your videos
@@nicusorapostol Thank you for watching and commenting!
Thanks for a nice video. The process - great idea. Your suggestions / examples of what may be in the process would be really helpful.
Like, do you suggest different processes for shooting vintage manual lenses vs. AF lenses?
@erikladefoged6108 What would be in the process would vary for each individual and the equipment they have, so it would be difficult to make a list that is universal. A start would include:
1. Compose
2. Focus
3. Set ISO
4. Set Aperture
5. Set Shutter Speed
6. Expose
This leaves out any mechanics of setting up b the camera on the tripod or any camera or lens specific steps. Each person needs to develop their own list.
I enjoyed the video, thanks! I had a resistance to using a tripod, partly because I needed to carry it around, and also it seems to attract attention in public places. But when I had to use a tripod, because there was no alterative (like doing pinhole images with long exposures) - I found that people completely ignored me. That was a learning point. But of the various suggestions, the last one, taking notes, is for me the hardest. I really struggle with that. I often have a notebook or pens with me, I sketch and take notes in lectures etc - but taking photographic notes seems very very hard to do, simply because, in the moment, it's the last thing I want to do. Maybe a video on that might help!😊
@g-r-a-e-m-e- I understand about the notes. I struggle to consistently do it, too, even though I find the info useful later on. Maybe a video exploring ways to make it easier would be a good idea. Thanks!
I can't argue with you on points you suggested . But digital has made me so damn lazy compared to film days.
But I'm always glad I had my time with film cameras up to 6x7 as we learnt the skill of ''picking the moment''. Those who learnt with digital don't seem to have that skill and seemly have to take 100s of photos at a simple Mother and 5 year old portrait session (that particular photographer took 600! )
I still miss the split focusing screens and even agree about the lovely little Oly cameras 🥳🥳.
And yes; I should use a tripod as I know I will take far less nature photos for far more higher quality "keepers" % wise. Too old too lazy; it's just something to do these days so bugga ya tripod 🤣
Maybe a topic for a video someday . The more gear = more confusion = more frustration = more gear = = even more frustration = loss of interest ---- wishing I learnt that earlier :(
Hi Don, great advice thanks. On the subject of notes, it is possible to add a voice text to the photo on your Olympus cameras giving added info. I tend to use it when using legacy/vintage lenses.
A vid on how to use tripods correctly would be appreciated.
@@alangamble3236 I'll have to look into adding voice text to images. Interesting! Thank you! I think a video on tripods and their use will soon be in the works.
I would leave photography before dragging around a tripod around. Just miserable.
But I did get the Nikon ZF just for using manual lenses and I’ve enjoyed that experience taking my on subjects.
@@WhoIsSerafin I am guessing your photography is more mobile than using a tripod allows. I understand what you are saying. All of my videos are food for thought and never meant to say that there is only one path. Thank you for watching and commenting!
I'm still getting to grips with a more complex digital camera system. This means your advice about the use of a tripod is invaluable as it slows the whole process down. Switching to info screen, Is the white balance and ISO correct for the conditions, is the shutter/aperture combination appropriate etc..From the late sixties to the eighties l became so used to Film, mostly 35mm, later 6x4.5, digital is a new learning curve.... will someone please develop a screen that can be viewed in sunlight. !
@BrianLesliePerry Learning digital has it's challenges but the basics of photography are still the same. The nice thing is that you can see the results immediately and then try again if necessary without any extra cost! Thanks for watching and commenting!
I slowed down by purchasing a Leica MD 262, no screen and it worked! I was forced to slow down having no money after the purchase...!
@@superkrell LOL!!!
Yes I would like a video on tripods that’s something overlooked
That's 90% of my issue when I get home to upload to Lightroom. I see what I thought for sure was a great image, isn't framed right, and areas that would have fully created the image i wanted were out of the shot.
@@ericlundquist3466 It happens to the best of us.
That issue troubles all photographers….from the total luddite to world famous professional. For “faster” genres, such as wildlife and sports, I have learned to “run my eye” around all four borders of the scene as presented in the viewfinder to look for offending artifacts, unintended cut-offs and more while pre-composing. If I need to move a bit as Mr. Gumm mentions, I take that “edge tour” again. Its too easy to for me concentrate on the subject only in finder if I dont do this, often leading to disappointing surprises later.
All of the tips in this fine video are worth hearing, heeding, and repeating….thank you sir!
@Gogogordy1 thank you for your kind words as well as watching and commenting too!
Yep, that's me too