chezzyr Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 (edited) Here is a little bit of info that might help you get started: http://epaperpress.com/monitorcal/ Edited April 9, 2009 by chezzyr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kja Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 (edited) OK, those aren't nearly as bad as you think The third one looks pretty spot on for focus. The middle one isn't sharp where you want it but you can see that; I think the focus is more on the metal bit, not the dog. The first one is *almost* sharp where you want it but it looks like the focus is on the body and not right on the eye (which is usually where you want it). Monitor calibration is really important if you want to really see what you have. RAW is totally easy - you just flip the switch on your camera. Then you need Lightroom or Photoshop or even the DPP that came with your camera to process it. The files are larger because there is so much more information inside them than with jpeg (which throws away anything your camera doesn't think you need). One of the benefits of RAW is that because there is more information, tweaking is easier and your end result is better. You still have to get it as right as possible in camera, but for the fluff ups and for those images that need some extra loving (especially in the shadows and highlights) RAW is a godsend. Leaving your file type for now - just experiment and see which you prefer - have a look at your settings when you are using Av. What is your shutter speed? With the 60 you can drop your shutter way way down BUT only if you are shooting something that doesn't move much. If you are shooting doggies, usually they're going to swing their heads around or otherwise attempt to screw up your shot So you'll need to keep a reasonable shutter. It might be a good time to practice manual settings. Again, try a few things to see what works. At the very least it will help you get a feel for which situations your camera nails everything in Av and also get a feel for when you need to jump in and give it a little helping hand. With your camera body, you should be perfectly fine shooting up to ISO 400. ISO 800 is also pretty good, but does tend to get a little noisy in the shadows if you don't nail your exposure perfectly; 800 can only take a tiny tweak. Shooting in RAW will also give you a little more room to work. HTH Edited April 9, 2009 by kja Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubiton Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 (edited) First one is fine if there was shadow under the patio (which it appears), second one looks like motion blur either you or more likely the subject (since that bar is fine). Third one is fine. Pick an object (say a coloured car - not white or black) in full sunlight with the sun behind you set the camera to M on F8, ISO 400 and 1/1000th speed. If it looks OK then the camera is fine its just the settings. I don't use anything below 400ISO and havent had a problem in photos right up to 16x24 inch canvas print (havent had anything bigger done with this camera) You could try putting it on P - this does an OK job of juggling both speed and aperture for a shot. I tried both P and the manual settings above for some showjumping two weeks ago (was lunch of xc so if they didnt work so problem) and while the images look the same apart from some motion blur on the front legs when jumping on P the camera used a lower speed setting (say 1/64o) and a higher aperture (F11 from memory). And the close up as the horses cantered past were fine. So instead of trying to 'force' a particular shutter speed using TV & AV try putting it on P (for professional!!) and see how it goes is you arent confident with manual settings as yet. Its amazing the difference changing a setting can make (if you can find a good instructional book on DSLRs that you can follow even better - Im just waiting for PS CS4 for Dummies to turn up due to a heap of new functions in the new software - have already got one very good book on how to do various things but I want the basics explained) Edited April 10, 2009 by rubiton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tess32 Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 They are totally normal, the 50D or 40D won't help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirra_Bomber_Zeus Posted April 10, 2009 Author Share Posted April 10, 2009 Thanks eveyone - geez, Ive learnt more here in a couple of days than Ive learnt anywhere else!! You are all awesome! Ok, today I gave RAW a shot and tried one of my other lenses. I think the shots turned out ok Here are some - one of my pups Zeus (Amstaff x Bull Mastiff) and one of his friends - my Mums dog Jack (Tenterfield Terrier x) http://www.flickr.com/photos/34919246@N08/3428499186/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/34919246@N08/3427688649/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/34919246@N08/3428495488/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/34919246@N08/3427684977/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/34919246@N08/3427682989/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chezzyr Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 those shots are lovely, I wouldn't be too hasty to rush out and get a new camera and lenses Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirra_Bomber_Zeus Posted April 10, 2009 Author Share Posted April 10, 2009 those shots are lovely, I wouldn't be too hasty to rush out and get a new camera and lenses Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chezzyr Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 What lens did you use for those new shots? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirra_Bomber_Zeus Posted April 10, 2009 Author Share Posted April 10, 2009 What lens did you use for those new shots? It was the 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubiton Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 What settings did you use? They came out well - the slightest change with settings when you take the pics can make all the difference Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kja Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 They are totally normal, the 50D or 40D won't help but shopping is FUN :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rugerfly Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 I used a 40D today, Michael Trafford and I swapped for a few shots at the Royal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirra_Bomber_Zeus Posted April 16, 2009 Author Share Posted April 16, 2009 I used a 40D today, Michael Trafford and I swapped for a few shots at the Royal How did you find it rugerfly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rugerfly Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 ergonomically better for long term shutter pressing lighter than my d300 ( but i cant expect it to be in that field or compare) not a high res screen i didnt think? easy to use though without knowing anything about it. This one had a battery pack on it and was still light. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacklabrador Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 The 500D is coming out soon apparently. Canon won't say exactly when but they should be revealing the release date in a couple of weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirislin Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 (edited) ergonomically better for long term shutter pressing lighter than my d300 ( but i cant expect it to be in that field or compare) not a high res screen i didnt think? easy to use though without knowing anything about it. This one had a battery pack on it and was still light. You used a Canon???? I am surprised it didn't burn your hands, like holy water on a vampire!!!!!! Edited April 17, 2009 by Kirislin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rugerfly Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 I know it was fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chezzyr Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 (edited) You risk taker Ruger! That's alright - someone has offered me a feel of their Nikon! Edited April 17, 2009 by chezzyr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rugerfly Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 it is all good fun. All Michael had to do to take a better shot with mine than i do is hold it, even on the same settings :p I think im having another Canon bash tomorrow too Hey huge congrats on Rosie Posie's little girl's win! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chezzyr Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 I am not one-eyed anyway, I have a Nikon (coolpix) in my stash Thankyou re Freya's win, I like that I can brag about something and not even have to set foot in a ring! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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