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08/03/2004 01:51:21 PM · #1 |
| Couple nights ago I was taking some shots of the moon with my Canon 10D using the Canon 75-300 IS Lens on a tripod. I noticed that when the shutter released the camera moved causing burring to the picture. Does anyone know how to lockup the mirror on the 10D or some other tricks to stop this. |
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08/03/2004 01:54:07 PM · #2 |
its in the custom function area ( on the D60 anyway) when you press the menu buton to change ISO or image size.
you can also use a remote timer or the built in timer on the camera to eliminae you shaking the camera about
James
Message edited by author 2004-08-03 13:55:22.
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08/03/2004 01:56:06 PM · #3 |
I have a 300D but the firmware is updated to include mirror lock. You should have a custom setting for the mirror lock. While set, when you press the shutter the mirror fires and a few seconds later the shutter will fire. I believe you can adjust the delay between the two actions.
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08/03/2004 01:56:20 PM · #4 |
Also, make sure the IS is turned off.
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08/03/2004 01:57:03 PM · #5 |
| I have never noticed a problem with it before, but have not shot too many night shots yet. By locking up the mirror will this fix the problem? |
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08/03/2004 01:59:00 PM · #6 |
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08/03/2004 01:59:55 PM · #7 |
| If you turn off the IS, use mirror lock up, a remote release or timer mode, and don't kick the tripod (you are using a tripod aren't you?) you will get crisp night shots. |
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08/03/2004 02:02:33 PM · #8 |
Originally posted by BrennanOB:
If you turn off the IS, use mirror lock up, a remote release or timer mode, and don't kick the tripod (you are using a tripod aren't you?) you will get crisp night shots. |
Right on the money ! |
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08/03/2004 02:44:31 PM · #9 |
For shooting the moon, also try to shoot during "good seeing" conditions, defined as low moisture and particulates (very clear sky, look for minimum color in the sunset and no high clouds).
Also, look for steady stars, a minimum of "twinkling" indicating low turbulence.
When conditions are not right, nothing you do will yield a REALLY crisp moon shot.
edit:
Forgot, sot if possible when the moon is well above the horizon, again to minimize effects of atmospheric interference.
Message edited by author 2004-08-03 14:45:44.
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