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Flashlight Enthusiast
Seems like an appropriate thread for this group. I see a lot of photos (of flashlights, especially) here. Many of them are washed out from the auto flash from the camera, blurry, or out of focus.
When I take flashlight pics I like to use a mini tripod and use a flashlight to 'illuminate' the object. Most cameras stand up without a tripod, and most have a time delay so you have time to aim and set up your pic. After a couple of tries I figure out how much light is needed. Even P&S cameras have a 'fireworks' mode. Usually 2 secs w/o flash. That works great.
Moving the flashlight around during the exposure period accentuates the different contours of the object instead of washing out the front.
Taking a series of pics is good. Use the best one. Use the lowest ISO possible to reduce noise. Sometimes you HAVE to use macro mode to get the camera to aim up close.
Anyone else want to share their technique for getting decent pics?
When I take flashlight pics I like to use a mini tripod and use a flashlight to 'illuminate' the object. Most cameras stand up without a tripod, and most have a time delay so you have time to aim and set up your pic. After a couple of tries I figure out how much light is needed. Even P&S cameras have a 'fireworks' mode. Usually 2 secs w/o flash. That works great.
Moving the flashlight around during the exposure period accentuates the different contours of the object instead of washing out the front.
Taking a series of pics is good. Use the best one. Use the lowest ISO possible to reduce noise. Sometimes you HAVE to use macro mode to get the camera to aim up close.
Anyone else want to share their technique for getting decent pics?