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05/21/2004 09:04:39 PM · #1 |
Quick question: I took my D70 out to Colonial Williamsburg today to get a feel for it. First let me say I love the near-instant responsiveness of it compared to my S30 and the entire feel of it. I noticed when I downloaded the pics that a few of them came out blurry - they are in focus, but suffering from motion blur. The shutter speeds for these were between generally greater than 1/50 and less than 1/250.
As I'm new to using a DSLR, I'm 100% sure the problem is me. Just so I can better understand my camera's capabilities and needs, are DSLR's generally more sensitive to camera shake than point n' shoots? (I'm pretty steady with my S30 down to 1/30).
Thanks
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05/21/2004 09:09:54 PM · #2 |
Maverick,
Glad you are enjoying your new gear.
For me, I require a stable platform (at least a mono-pod, and preferably a tri-pod) to get clear photos. Does not seem to make any difference on camera or lense, I simply can't keep them steady.
Flash
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05/21/2004 09:09:59 PM · #3 |
What focal length were you using?
Remember that if you are using, say, 100mm, on the D70 it's like being at 150mm because of the crop factor.
Also, when using a very sharp lens, yes, I'd say there is more "sensitivity", just because you can more easily see the effects (when examining at 100% on screen).
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05/21/2004 09:10:00 PM · #4 |
Take it back and get Rebel !
Don't shake ,nobody will make fun of you because you bought Nikon !
What kind of lense you are talking about here ? |
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05/21/2004 09:15:19 PM · #5 |
Wow, thanks for the quick replies!
Kirbic - The focal lengths were mostly at 70 mm (105 in 35 mm) using the kit lense. I wasn't thinking at the time to match the focal length - I will make sure of that next time.
Pitsaman - Sorry, Just didn't like the feel of the Rebel. Besides, I'm proud to wear the bright yellow/black neckstrap advertisement = )
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05/21/2004 09:17:12 PM · #6 |
Firstly, dont listen to pitsaman!
Secondly, as Kirbic said, it depends on the focal length. When using my 300mm I try not to get below 1/125. I'm sure there is an official stance on what you should and shouldnt do, but it's something you get to know as you adapt to your cam. |
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05/21/2004 09:19:12 PM · #7 |
I would suggest you when you using any telephoto lens 70 mm and up if handheld ,make sure you get 1/300 or more speed ,if not bust the ISO to 400 .for wide lenses 1/125 will probably work (1/60 with flash).
Good luck with your new camera ! :-) |
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05/21/2004 09:20:56 PM · #8 |
| Hey,Moody is in good mood today,any tornado shots lately ? |
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05/21/2004 09:30:38 PM · #9 |
the rule of thumb is 1/focal length, with consideration for crop factor.
So if you're shooting at 200mm on the d70 (1.5x crop), you shouldn't be lower than 1/300 shutter. maybe a little slower if you have a VR lens (akin to the IS with Canon), but a good rule nonetheless. |
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05/21/2004 10:30:39 PM · #10 |
The other thing you will need to adjust to is how the camera focuses. I've found that some of my camera shake is actually me not paying attention to where I was focusing.
Clara
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05/21/2004 10:33:40 PM · #11 |
Originally posted by pitsaman:
Hey,Moody is in good mood today,any tornado shots lately ? |
Not since that house landed on me! *grumble grumble* |
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