So I got a 10 stop ND filter not to long ago and went out for some extra testing. This photo is a 189 seconds exposure. The water looks super nice. Still have to do a lot of learning though, practise makes perfect!
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| Category | longexposurephotography |
| Settings | ISO 100 48 mm f/22 189.0 sec |
| Camera | Nikon D7500 |
| Lens | Nikon AF-S 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G |
| Location | Amsterdam - The Netherlands |
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Hi, Julian!
While the effect on the water is consistent with long exposure photos, the corners went haywire. That can be either from condensed water forming due to the temperature difference at the long exposures, or from the extreme f22 aperture, which can bring overall softness and loss of sharpness. I recommend using a maximum f18 aperture in these cases. And be careful with condensation. It can ruin the lens. Try using a lens cap and for really long exposure photos when temperature shifts radically, put some insulation on the lens. :)
What do you mean with 'the corners went haywire'? Thanks for the tips, I will start testing with them on my next trip. And how do you mean use a lens cap, in what way. I have them on before I use the lens, and I have a filter on every lens for protection
You can see a strong difference between the center of the frame and the corners, in sharpness and overall detail. I don't think it is because of the compression factor when you uploaded it. Or, it was windy? If the wind blew, it can cause branches to move and falsely give the sensation of softness in the top right corner. That and the movement of the clouds over the 3 minutes exposure. Else, the reasons could be the two above mentioned. Cap = Hood - sorry. I meant hood. :) Sometimes it protects the filter / the front of the lens from temperatures shifts creating a buffer. Test a little bit and see what's best for ND usage. The movement can bring chaos into a long exposure photograph, that's why you must consider the time of day, weather forecast, etc.
Aha, yes it was windy. Longexpusure is definitely a different beast to tackle, very interesting though!
So the main problem is shifts in temperature right? Since I will be going to Iceland next month, but I think it will just be cold all the time :P
Very careful with cold. The camera is weather insulated? The lens? If you will love long exposures, and you will, I think you will try to start thinking of portable weather resistant photo gear. And in Iceland, don't just bring the camera and the lens from -10 / -15 to +22 degrees of the home. Just leave it in a neutral zone for some time before getting it into the warmth of the home. :)
Much appreciated all these tips <3 I believe the camera is weather insulated, will double check
You're going to have fun using it. Plus it'll give you a reason to go out and shoot.
Be sure to cover the viewfinder as well as you may get some light leaking. You can use gaffers tape incase your camera doesn't have a built in cover.
Did you go crazy and get a Lee filter?
I bought one a few years ago and these are my first shots (right after leaving B&H Photo)
Omg.... that second photo! B&H photo is a shop?
Yes I indeed got a Lee filter, figured it would be a better long term investment. More flexible, I already dropped it once...
Thanks for the tip, I forgot that indeed
LOL - I was saving the second image to use for your contest down the road, but I figured I share it now with you.
B&H in the United States is the most popular and largest photo / video / audio store. They are have a huge online presence and their brick and mortar store in Manhattan is HUMUNGOUS. If you're ever in NYC - you must go there. Actually make it your last stop as you'll go broke on your first day if you do so.
I forget to cover the viewfinder sometimes too. My old Nikon D700 had it built in. Why Canon doesn't do this is beyond me.
One last tip - do your best not to scratch it as it's a $150 piece of glass!
Haha, you can still use it. I am a sucker for things like symmetry and repetition and such.
Yeah I tend to avoid visiting shops and when I do I do my research beforehand so I do not make any impulse buys.
I will try my best not to scratch or drop it, learned my lesson immediately :P
Oh boy! Close call - but that's how we learn - by making mistakes. When I teach people photography, I tell them early on that if you're not making mistakes - you're not learning.
Filter ND is great .. looks like i will try it also @juliank
It opens up a whole new world of possibilities, also long exposures during the day which is quite interesting. You will have a lot of fun in the least ;)
@juliank, can't help thinking of throwing a stone to see how many times it skips before it disappears in the water or.... Remember "De kameleon"? :)
Note: You should visit a waterfall. And don't forget the ND filter:)
I do not remember that no... is this something I should remember? I was playing with knex when I was little.
I booked my ticket for Iceland, I will surely be visiting a waterfall ;)
I presumed you knew the series but it could be you weren't born yet ....lol...
https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/De_Kameleon_(boekenserie)
I can remember skipping school just to read. These serie made me dream about having such a boat. We even tried to replay the stories in real life with lots of dangerous stuff coming out of it...but hey...boys will be boys right?
Iceland.... High on my priority list to visit! When are you going?
Very cool! Playing with ND filters is a lot of fun. Try it with other things like blowing grass and groups of people.... lots of possibilities beyond water that's for sure! Cheers!
Thanks I will definitely be doing that! Most of the water here is also quite calm, so not a lot of movement
wow amaizing photo man i think you need to join in photo contest...wish you best of luck keep posting becuse we waiting for your post @Resteemed @Upvoted
Outstanding photography. Could be a great photographer. Thanks for sharing such a good post.
your photos are amazing
Please suggest me which one to buy canon 80d or Nikon d7500. I am a photo enthusiast and also prefer good image quality.
I have no experience with canon cameras so I rather not suggest you which one to get. It depends also if you already have a camera yourself, if its your first I would start with a cheaper camera, I started with the Nikon D3300. There are a lot of good videos on youtube, you can have a look there
Great photo, really love the water.
You could try taking two shots, one normal, one long exposure, and combine them with Photoshop or the like, so you don't loose detail on branches etc.
I like your blog its very nice
what a great photography....your writeing style is very nice.. i think you are a profational bloger.... best of luck brother
ND filters are a lot of fun in landscape photography, like the polarizing filter. You can make really magical pictures with it.
I think you will have a lot of fun with it and make some stunning photos... ;)
beautiful and perfect .
İmpressive view , congratulations !
I don't know much in photography but I'm studying now. My sister is working in Fujifilm company and they are given free photography lessons which she is sharing to me. My camera is Fujifilm X-T2. Will soon join one of your photo contest. :)
Nice photo
I agree - "The water looks super nice"
Nice