![]() Though not always the case, fixed lenses can sometimes produce superior results at a lower price. You’ll have to get used to repositioning yourself instead of greasing the lens. The downside is that you cant zoom at all. The basic idea here is that a Fixed Lens usually has a Higher Maximum Aperture then that of a Zoom Lens (most Zoom Lenses have a range). If you treat them well and keep them in good condition you can usually recoup most of their value when reselling them.Īn important thing to consider when selecting lenses for HDR Photography is the “Maximum Aperture.” The lower this magical number, the higher your Shutter Speed will be. Thankfully they are one time investments. This doubles the ISO sensitivity of the D3Ģ4.5 Megapixels – Brackets: From 2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV - Low noise ISO sensitivity from 100 to 1600 (Added ISO settings of Lo-1 (ISO 50 equivalent), Hi-1 (ISO 3200 equivalent) and Hi-2 (ISO 6400 equivalent) What Lens you ask? Some Lens Requirements: You do get 100% viewfinder coverage (D700 has 95%), A larger battery that produces a higher frame rate, and dual memory card slots.ġ2.1 Megapixels – Brackets: From 2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV - Low Noise ISO Sensitivity from 200 to 12,800 (Renowned low-noise performance at 12,800, plus expanded settings to an astounding ISO 102,400 (equivalent) and ISO 100 (equivalent)). (FX Format captures a higher dynamic range than DX)ġ2.1 Megapixels – Brackets: From 2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV - Super low-noise performance from 200-6400 ISO (added versatility of Lo-1 (100 ISO) Hi-1 (12,800 ISO) and Hi-2 (25,600 ISO)).īasically the same specs as the D700 with a full size body. Nikon Coolpix P7000 (Most Budget Friendly – It will get the job done):ġ0.1 Megapixels - ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200ġ2.3 Megapixels - Brackets: 2 or 3 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV - ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200ġ6.2 Megapixels - Brackets: 2 to 3 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1 or 2 EV - Dynamic ISO range from 100 to 6400 (Expandable to 25,600 in “Hi2” Mode) Professional Level & FX Format The following are listed in order from Beginner to Professional (conveniently enough, also from lowest to highest price. Since I’m most familiar with Nikon Cameras, this list is comprised of… well, Nikon cameras. Pay close attention to these details when researching what camera is right for you. Some Cameras have improved ISO ranges that allow you to shoot at higher ISOs without losing quality to film grain. Since HDR Processing always produces extra grain, brackets shot at high ISO ranges can look very poor after HDR processing. The higher the ISO, the more noise or grain will be in the image. When shooting for HDR it’s important to shoot at the lowest ISO possible. ![]() Thankfully nearly all DSLR Cameras have this feature. In other words: Raw = Higher Dynamic Range. ![]() Raw images also preserve most of the information of the captured photo and save, with minimum loss of information, the data obtained from the camera’s sensor. Raw digital photography has a wider dynamic range or color gamut than the eventual final image format, such as a JPEG. Three bracketed exposures can usually produce a stunning HDR photograph, so it’s not always necessary to spend big bucks on the upgraded bracketing feature. Some standard DSLR Cameras can bracket up to three (3) exposures while professional grade DSLRs can bracket up to nine (9). Since the main focus of the game is going to be HDR, make sure that your camera has a bracketing feature. Recommended Camera Features: Bracketing & AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) HDR Photography Hardware So have you managed to hide enough money from your spouse yet?…GREAT! Here’s The Gear You Need. Both companies produce top notch gear and are fully capable of getting the job done. During my years teaching we also used Canon cameras and lenses in the classroom. Personally, I’ve been shooting using Nikon Hardware for years. Try to buy pieces of photo gear spread out over time, starting with the most important pieces, a good DSLR Camera Body and at least one decent lens. Factoring in the cost of a good DSLR camera with lenses can be overwhelming at first if your on a budget. ![]() Photography in general can be a very expensive habit, especially when you’re just starting out and building your kit. In order to do this right you are going to need a combination of both. If you want to learn most most up-to-date Photography and Post-processing techniques, I’ve put together a tutorial video called: Photographing the World: Landscape Photography and Post-processing.įirst of all, lets talk about hardware and software. ![]()
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