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14-11-2010, 06:43 AM
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| | | Re: Technique for sharp images
Well spotted, I only ever use a rotary polariser for Rockpools or as you say, landscapes.
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16-11-2010, 01:20 PM
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| | | Re: Technique for sharp images
Again thanks for all the replies.
I was under the impression that a polariser was a good idea for wildlife, although I can't remember why! I shall certainly try without.
I think that the image stabilisation may be the culprit though, I hadn't thought that it should be off on a tripod, although that does make a lot of sense now it's been pointed out!
Haven't really managed to have another go yet, but will update with some images when I do.
Thanks all,
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17-11-2010, 06:48 PM
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| | | Re: Technique for sharp images
Hello Again,
Ok so went out again today, no polariser, and image stabisation switched off. However I did use a 1.4x converter for some shots.
Much more predictable shooting. Used a tiny little portable tripod called a Cullman Magic 1, and very happy with the results!
Thanks all for your help and advice. I am enjoying my new hobby!
Shots from today follow.
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17-11-2010, 09:48 PM
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| | | Re: Technique for sharp images
Great shots Gawain. Glad we could help. Adding a 1.4x will again rob you of 1 stop of light but a necessary evil sometimes.
Keep that polariser for your landscapes. Light is THE most imortant aspect for wildlife photography, grab it everywhere you can. Thats why we go into a life of debt for long bright glass.
Looking forward to seeing future shots. Happy shooting.
regards.
Stu. |
21-11-2010, 07:55 PM
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| |  Re: Technique for sharp images
One other thought.
Your tree was the focus point. Change to central spot focussing (or manual) to ensure camera is not controlling you. |
21-11-2010, 08:08 PM
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| | | Re: Technique for sharp images
Quote:
Originally Posted by gpiano  Hello Again,
Ok so went out again today, no polariser, and image stabisation switched off. However I did use a 1.4x converter for some shots.
Much more predictable shooting. Used a tiny little portable tripod called a Cullman Magic 1, and very happy with the results!
Thanks all for your help and advice. I am enjoying my new hobby!
Shots from today follow.
Gawain | Looking good. On the original images you posted the polariser may have been degrading the image quality. reducing the sharpness if it was not good quality too.
I can tell you visited Regents Park for these shots - good choice of location  |
21-11-2010, 10:18 PM
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| | | Re: Technique for sharp images
Well spotted! - indeed, regents park!
London has some very relaxed wildlife, you can get very close...
G |
21-11-2010, 10:20 PM
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| | | Re: Technique for sharp images
Neil, you beat me to the Regent's Park reference. Unmistakeable! | | | |
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