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 07/25/2005 03:03:52 PM · #1
I have a point and shoot camera. Is this challenge off limits or can I just use the suppressed shutter mode, which usually yeilds a 1/15 sec shutter. Just wondering?

For those who might wonder. My Z3 is in the shop and out of commission. Something wrong with the anti-shake, so I am using my FujiFilm 2800Zoom.
07/25/2005 03:23:50 PM · #2
I think you'll just have to be a little more creative than those with cameras that allow longer than 1/15 sec exposures. It depends on the subject matter as to whether the image portrays something in a way other than normal.
 07/25/2005 03:27:03 PM · #3
i dont see why its off limits - if you take a photo in a dim lit environment without a flash the shutter speed would be "longer than usual". All youre being limited by is your creativity.
 07/25/2005 03:28:46 PM · #4
Originally posted by mesmeraj:
i dont see why its off limits - if you take a photo in a dim lit environment without a flash the shutter speed would be "longer than usual". All youre being limited by is your creativity.


With flash you'll probably end up with 1/60 since that's the usuall sync speed (in auto mode anyway). You may get some funky results if shooting manual at a slower shutter speed. It's worth experimenting.
 07/25/2005 03:31:07 PM · #5
If you set Exposure Compensation to a positive value, you will get a longer-than-normal exposure for the metered conditions--the trick is to plan your subject/composition with the resultant over-exposure in mind.
 07/25/2005 05:25:49 PM · #6
I have a similar dilemma. I am used to playing with the setting, and not the technical aspect and doing most of my work in post editing. I can adjust my exposure slightly. Is changing the Fstop going to work? I am such an idiot when it comes to all of these numbers.

Ok, I want to take a photo with the longest opening of the shutter... what do I do? I have a sport setting which will do it a little, but I can go from 1/15 to 1/1500. I have the Fujifilm Finepix S3000. HELP!!!

Judy
 07/25/2005 05:26:46 PM · #7
Originally posted by Jutilda:
I have a similar dilemma. I am used to playing with the setting, and not the technical aspect and doing most of my work in post editing. I can adjust my exposure slightly. Is changing the Fstop going to work? I am such an idiot when it comes to all of these numbers.

Ok, I want to take a photo with the longest opening of the shutter... what do I do? I have a sport setting which will do it a little, but I can go from 1/15 to 1/1500. I have the Fujifilm Finepix S3000. HELP!!!

Judy


Is there a shutter priority mode?
 07/25/2005 05:42:58 PM · #8
Originally posted by Jutilda:
I have a similar dilemma. I am used to playing with the setting, and not the technical aspect and doing most of my work in post editing. I can adjust my exposure slightly. Is changing the Fstop going to work? I am such an idiot when it comes to all of these numbers.

Ok, I want to take a photo with the longest opening of the shutter... what do I do? I have a sport setting which will do it a little, but I can go from 1/15 to 1/1500. I have the Fujifilm Finepix S3000. HELP!!!

Judy


According to the specs of your camera, you have a way of taking a 3 sec exposure, which would definitely be enough for the challenge.

Oops, looks like a possible misprint on the site. Nevermind.

Message edited by author 2005-07-25 17:53:38.
 07/25/2005 05:46:41 PM · #9
I read all of the stuff in the manual and I don't even know what it means. LOL I learn by doing and only read stuff when forced. I guess now is the time to do that. Um... let me flip through and see what I find.... Ok, looking at it. I can adjust White balance, Flash brightness and adjustment, exposure compensation. There is a night mode, but it's only 3 seconds. I can set the aperture F2.8/F4.8/F8.2. I can do a shutter speed 1/2 sec to 1/1500 sec.

I hate being so dense about this. Thanks, Judy
 07/25/2005 05:46:54 PM · #10
Originally posted by JeremyFleury:


For those who might wonder. My Z3 is in the shop and out of commission. Something wrong with the anti-shake, so I am using my FujiFilm 2800Zoom.


1/2 sec seems to be your slowest shutter speed. It may be tough but you may be able to pull something off. Remember to use a tripod or a solid base to shoot from.
 07/25/2005 05:51:23 PM · #11
I have a great tripod, so I'll be sure and use it. It's amazing with a higher megapixel camera, what hand held can ruin!!

THANKS!

J
 07/25/2005 05:53:52 PM · #12
Originally posted by Jutilda:
I read all of the stuff in the manual and I don't even know what it means. LOL I learn by doing and only read stuff when forced. I guess now is the time to do that. Um... let me flip through and see what I find.... Ok, looking at it. I can adjust White balance, Flash brightness and adjustment, exposure compensation. There is a night mode, but it's only 3 seconds. I can set the aperture F2.8/F4.8/F8.2. I can do a shutter speed 1/2 sec to 1/1500 sec.

I hate being so dense about this. Thanks, Judy


I would experiment with the night mode and the mode that allows you to change the shutter speed and see what you can come up with. You may get one of those happy accidents.
 07/25/2005 05:54:23 PM · #13
Originally posted by Jutilda:
I have a great tripod, so I'll be sure and use it. It's amazing with a higher megapixel camera, what hand held can ruin!!

THANKS!

J


I have no usable tripod (lost the head), but I have a nice tv dinner tray:P

Message edited by author 2005-07-25 17:55:32.
 07/25/2005 06:57:19 PM · #14
Originally posted by JeremyFleury:
I have a point and shoot camera. Is this challenge off limits or can I just use the suppressed shutter mode, which usually yeilds a 1/15 sec shutter. Just wondering?

For those who might wonder. My Z3 is in the shop and out of commission. Something wrong with the anti-shake, so I am using my FujiFilm 2800Zoom.

You could always try a panning shot which would enhance the length of exposure by the use of natural motion blur. I did one for the Feet challenge at 1/30 which I consider to be a long exposure. I think the shots that will do well will be ones that have purpose though and not purely gratuitous, unless they're very artisitic.
 07/25/2005 07:44:47 PM · #15
Originally posted by GeneralE:
If you set Exposure Compensation to a positive value, you will get a longer-than-normal exposure for the metered conditions--the trick is to plan your subject/composition with the resultant over-exposure in mind.


Thanks for the advice, I will try that... I never thought about increasing the exposure to allow for longer shutter speed. Now any ideas what I can shoot with a limited slow shutter speed?
07/25/2005 08:42:55 PM · #16
Which direction do you want to go? With an over-exposure, which is what this challenge essentially is, you'll end up with either a high-key/over-exposed photo or a motion blur, depending on whether the aperture ends up within the "normal" range for that shutter speed or not.

A brightly-dressed cyclist riding past a hedge/fence of contrasting color would give you a setup for either a motion blur or a panning blur. For subjects suitable for a high-key treatment, I think you'll have to use your own aesthetic judgement.
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