Wednesday, 2 January 2013

Using a Tripod (33)


Requirement
6 images (2 x 3 scenes)

Purpose
To show the role of the tripod in securing sharp images

Technical learning
  • Landscale images usually need a wide depth of field. So, small apertures have an important and regular part to play in camera craft. Therefore, tripods are an essential tool.
  • One beneficial side effect is that using a tripod prompts a more thoughtful approach than the temptation to 'snap' with a hand held camera. 

Exercise instructions
  • Identify 3 scenes
  • Shoot each: one without a tripod, the one with
  • Examine the differences

Images and review

Salisbury Plain

Abstract rhythm and textures of ploughed winter fields

ISO 100, f 22, 
Handheld on the same settings

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