High density ND filters like the 6 or 10 stop are a great way to add creative motion effects to architectural or landscape images, but there are some important considerations for those looking to experiment with them. Ultimately the creativity they afford the user come at the price of convenience and consistency, so my goal here is to help you choose a filter that's r[...]
Monthly archives: October 2012
Lee Filters SW-150 Filter Kit Review
For those that own one, there is no wide angle substitute for the Nikon 14-24mm f2.8. Its edge to edge sharpness, minimal distortion and consistency at all apertures and focal lengths make it a sought after item, even by owners of Canon's and other makes. Sure the 16-35mm f4 is the practical choice, it's lighter, cheaper and accepts filters, but its lack of consis[...]
Great Shots Are Rarely Convenient
A lot of people wonder why their shots don't live up to those of others. What am I doing wrong? Is it technique, equipment, post processing prowess? Perhaps, but they often ignore one fundamental and crucial element; they don't work for the shot. Typically we go on vacation, focus on convenience, walk by something cool and take a snapshot. When we review them late[...]
Always Use A Tripod...Sometimes
It's advice we hear repeated often, "pro's get great results because they almost always use a tripod". For the most part this is good advice but sometimes it can work against you. Moose Peterson is a big advocate of taking the camera off the tripod to help you make small adjustments to the composition more easily, but I would even go one step further. I would say that[...]