Family, Photography and other misc news
We have had some hot weather recently and its always a challenge taking photographs in very high contrast situations like this when its really sunny.
Choosing an ISO that maximises your dynamic range is the first thing to remember, and if your shooting portraits professionally in this type of situation then I under expose slightly and use fill in flash. You need a camera with a high sync speed to do this.
Leica M10
Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH 6-Bit
50mm, 1/350 Sec at f/3.5 (est), ISO200
Post Processed in Adobe Lightroom CC (playing with the cloud version)
OK so I am cheating again and using one from the archives. Since May I have only work for customers that I cannot publish and have just had no time for personal work. Together with the fact I am way behind in my editing, not having a laptop that can do the job any more. So again another street shot from the archives.
This was a test looking at the difference in dynamic range from ISO 100 and ISO 200 in bright sun. The base ISO of the Leica is rumoured to be about 160, but only 100 and 200 ISO is available. Reports are that dynamic range is better at 200, so I have been shooting more of my work at 200 ISO to see and evaluate.
This was also an experiment in using Adobe Lightroom CC and not the full classic version. Being very familiar with Classic, I struggle a little with the interface but it can be useful for quick edits when using my wife’s laptop.
iPhone X
Nikkor 4mm f/1.8
4mm, 1/30 Sec at f/1.8, ISO40
Post Processed in Adobe Lightroom Classic
iPhone X
Nikkor 4mm f/1.8
6mm, 1/440 Sec at f/2.4, ISO16
Post Processed in Adobe Lightroom Classic
There are regular events at the old Drill Hall in Lincoln next to the Central Library, and one of the highlights for many is the annual beer festival.
Unfortunately I was in Lincoln for client meetings and not for fun, so all I had was this quick snap as I walked past.
iPhone X
Nikkor 4mm f/1.8
4mm, 1/1000 Sec at f/1.8, ISO20
Post Processed in Adobe Lightroom Classic
Apart from the climb, which is an effort for people and dogs, there are some wonderful views and shopping oppertunities
If your ever in Lincoln and are willing to attempt steep hill its well worth it.
iPhone X
Nikkor 4mm f/1.8
4mm, 1/9 Sec at f/1.8, ISO100
Post Processed in Adobe Lightroom Classic
I enjoy visiting the local photography shows but the main show of the year is at the NEC. Most of the major players are there and I get the chance to handle the latest gear.
As I often say, most cameras today are more then good enough, its just a matter of choosing one that suits the way you work and your hand.
As always Sony are pushing the envelope and their stand was very busy.
The best thing with the show is that the smaller players are there, and all the accessories you might need.
There was also some demonstrations and I went to two very good presentations from Joe McNally and Moose Peterson.
It was from last years show that I got the idea for using different sunglasses in a shoot.
A good idea as you can see.
While most people come away with new cameras and lens from such shows I tend to come away with ideas, and sometimes with a few memory cards and batteries if on offer. Last year I managed to get a good deal on paper.
One of the last photographs of Timmy the Greyhound.
Taken on a iPhone X late one night.