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11/22/2005 11:16:31 AM · #1 |
Okay, I've been playing with the S9000 for about what, a month now? I do know I've taken over 1700 pictures with it already, trying the different settings, lighting, getting used to it. My biggest complaint is the focus and the time it can take to focus in less than wonderful light. But even in wonderful light it doesn't have that razor sharpness I thought I would see. I use the auto focus more because my eyesight isn't the best. Any idea why I'm having this problem or am I expecting too much?
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11/22/2005 11:23:06 AM · #2 |
I took a look at the camera profile page...there are 7 owners, but you're the only one active in challenges. Thought maybe there would be some examples to consider from others and get some feedback.
Looks like you're leading the Fuji cutting edge around here! ;^)
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11/22/2005 11:25:26 AM · #3 |
Originally posted by glad2badad:
I took a look at the camera profile page...there are 7 owners, but you're the only one active in challenges. Thought maybe there would be some examples to consider from others and get some feedback.
Looks like you're leading the Fuji cutting edge around here! ;^) |
Great! Talk about the blind leading the blind, LOL! Okay, only half blind but I'm thinking I'm doing something wrong here, just can't figure out what it is that I'm screwing up or is this going to be a problem with the S9000? Even when I use my tripod the pictures just don't have that razor edge I was hoping for on some of them.
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11/22/2005 11:32:59 AM · #4 |
Have you tried adjusting the dioptic button (I think that's what it's called). I read about this in an Outdoor Photography magazine written by a university photography instructor. He said he was amazed at how many people in his class had never adjusted their dioptic button. I thought "Hmmmm. . .what is a dioptic button because I've never adjusted mine either". It's a tiny little button on the side of your viewfinder that adjusts the focus based on your own eyes. What you do is look into your viewfinder and rather than looking at a picture, look down at your green (or whatever color yours are) meter readings. Than, adjust that little tiny button until THOSE meter readings are the most sharp. You can turn the button and see how they go in focus to out of focus. If the focus on those meter readings is off, then all of your shots' focus is going to be off too. I did it, and found that in fact, mine was a little off, and when I fixed it, my pictures came out sharper. You only have to do it once, unless someone else uses your camera and changes it.
See if that could be it ?????
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11/22/2005 11:55:54 AM · #5 |
If you buy one of the flashes available for the camera, most of the good ones will have an IR focus assist beam that will activate when you half-press the button. I have the same problem with this camera, and have heard reports from Panasonic FZ series owners about the same. Because they all failed to include a focus assist light. I think yours has one, not sure why it doesn't help in your case...
Also, if your camer provides the option, you can use spot auto-focus which is usually faster. I'd suggest the flash. I beleive the Fuji model take Nikon flases and equivalents... could be wrong.
On specifically your eyesight, you're only focusing your eye under and inch away because you have an EVF, and nearsightedness shouldn't be a problem. The only problem really with EVF focus is that they have to few pixels by half on most, including mine and yours.
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11/22/2005 01:34:25 PM · #6 |
Thanks guys, will go play some more and report back. :)
Deandna
Edit:
DEANNDA
Sheesh, can't even spell my own name, LOL
Message edited by author 2005-11-22 13:34:47. |
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11/22/2005 01:55:17 PM · #7 |
Originally posted by SandyP:
Have you tried adjusting the dioptic button (I think that's what it's called). I read about this in an Outdoor Photography magazine written by a university photography instructor. He said he was amazed at how many people in his class had never adjusted their dioptic button. I thought "Hmmmm. . .what is a dioptic button because I've never adjusted mine either". It's a tiny little button on the side of your viewfinder that adjusts the focus based on your own eyes. What you do is look into your viewfinder and rather than looking at a picture, look down at your green (or whatever color yours are) meter readings. Than, adjust that little tiny button until THOSE meter readings are the most sharp. You can turn the button and see how they go in focus to out of focus. If the focus on those meter readings is off, then all of your shots' focus is going to be off too. I did it, and found that in fact, mine was a little off, and when I fixed it, my pictures came out sharper. You only have to do it once, unless someone else uses your camera and changes it.
See if that could be it ????? |
This will only help if you're using manual focus. The diopter adjustment only effects what you see through the viewfinder. It does not effect what the camera sees through the lens. Since Deannda is using autofocus that can't be the problem with her shots (though, adjusting the diopter might help her ability to use the viewfinder and manual focus...it's a bit like putting on perscription glasses). |
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11/22/2005 03:33:52 PM · #8 |
| I am having the same problems with my s7000. Might be a fuji finepix problem? |
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11/22/2005 03:45:09 PM · #9 |
This article mentions "Anti-blur" mode?
DCRP Review: Fuji FinePix S9000
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11/22/2005 07:23:25 PM · #10 |
I had and used a S602 a LOT and had to fairly radically change my workflow when i went to a dSLR.
I assume the 9000 keeps Fujis odd angled pixel arrangement? TO get good sharp pics (and you have to sharpen ALL digicam pics for web display) I did a USM of 500%/.1/0 then did my PP work and did a final USM to taste at the end.
Go over to the //www.fujimugs.com site, sign up for free, and ask in the forums. Get a hold of a guy bu the name of Shutter - he is REALLY good at Fuji PP work, and has free actions that work wonders.
i know the 602 and 7000 were not known for low light focusing. Make sure you are focused on what you want sharp, half press the shutter, then recompose. If shooting a person make sure they are away from the background 3 feet or more to make sure the AF system is not reading the BG as teh focus point. Also, make sure you are focusing on a contrasty part of the scene - like a collar to neck as opposed to the middle of the chest.
Message edited by author 2005-11-22 19:27:23.
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