Xepa 0 Posted February 4, 2019 Hi everyone! First proper post here. I'd like to thank Del for inspiring me to pick up a light box kit. It makes a world of difference to these kinds of photos; I wish I'd gotten one years ago. Was only 17 quid on ebay, highly recommend it! This is my first photo done like this and I'm actually really happy with how this turned out. This is the JF V2 explorer 214270, one of my favourite reps. Now to drive the missus insane by taking watch photos non stop... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glaude 1,615 Posted February 4, 2019 Yeah that @Del post is really usefull for taking good pics But you may want to crank up your exposure a bit or bing in a bit more light in, other than that, it's a nice pic of a nice watch ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Xepa 0 Posted February 4, 2019 27 minutes ago, Glaude said: Yeah that @Del post is really usefull for taking good pics But you may want to crank up your exposure a bit or bing in a bit more light in, other than that, it's a nice pic of a nice watch ! Thanks mate! Yeah I'm still getting to grips with all the settings on the camera, but I'll improve over time. Maybe. When chinese new year is over I'm gonna have to order a couple of new watches, cos I sold a few there that never got any wrist time and the box is looking a little sad right now. Ryan told me to email after the 14th, the wait is already driving me mental! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sergio 1 Posted February 4, 2019 Bump up your ISO ..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Xepa 0 Posted February 4, 2019 23 minutes ago, Sergio said: Bump up your ISO ..... Good call. Didn't even realise I had the ISO at 1600!! No wonder it's grainy. Changed it to 200 for this one. Definitely still room for improvement but we're getting there... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sergio 1 Posted February 4, 2019 Looking good ...... If you have photoshop or Lightroom, shoot Raw and you will have more control on corrections !!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glaude 1,615 Posted February 4, 2019 5 minutes ago, Xepa said: Good call. Didn't even realise I had the ISO at 1600!! No wonder it's grainy. Changed it to 200 for this one. Definitely still room for improvement but we're getting there... So you lowered the sensibility not bumped it ISO is useful when you can't control the light power or when you want to light up the background a bit in controlled light situations. Here you don't need to touch at the sensibility (400 is also good) but you need to play with the aperture (but will change the depth of field) and the exposure time (but will need a tripod if you don't work with flash). So the simplest thing to do if you want the exact same shot, but just with more light is ... to add more light power What's your current lighting setup ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sergio 1 Posted February 4, 2019 Since they lowered the ISO, either they intensified the light or opened up the aperture for a better exposure ..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Xepa 0 Posted February 4, 2019 18 minutes ago, Glaude said: So you lowered the sensibility not bumped it ISO is useful when you can't control the light power or when you want to light up the background a bit in controlled light situations. Here you don't need to touch at the sensibility (400 is also good) but you need to play with the aperture (but will change the depth of field) and the exposure time (but will need a tripod if you don't work with flash). So the simplest thing to do if you want the exact same shot, but just with more light is ... to add more light power What's your current lighting setup ? The tripod sucks and I lost the one I had when we moved house, so I'll have to get a new one. That's the second one I've lost now haha. But yeah I've noticed using aperture setting it changes the exposure time depending on situation so sometimes it's a very fast click and other times it takes a second or two. So a tripod and using the timer is gonna be a must. Would an actual macro lens be beneficial in any way for this type of shot do you think? I'd like to get one anyway but just out of interest. As for lighting it's just what came with the box, two small halogen lamps which I placed on either side and I just played around with different positions. Also draped one of the extra white sheets over the front to eliminate reflections from the front as much as possible. They aren't adjustable brightness or anything and they're bright but I wouldn't say super powerful or anything. Thanks for the tips mate! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,272 Posted February 4, 2019 1 hour ago, Glaude said: But you may want to crank up your exposure a bit or bing in a bit more light in, other than that, it's a nice pic of a nice watch ! Jesus! 'How to shit on a person's good vibes, the masterclass' by Glaude. He's at it again @bdnica Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glaude 1,615 Posted February 4, 2019 16 minutes ago, Xepa said: But yeah I've noticed using aperture setting it changes the exposure time depending on situation so sometimes it's a very fast click and other times it takes a second or two By that I think you are using the "P" mode of your DSLR or equivalent. Meaning that the camera will try to adjust to get the best "correct" exposition in your picture based on either the aperture or exposure modifications you make. Meaning : If you increase the aperture number (which close the aperture in reality) you have less light entering the lens so more exposure time is needed to catch enough light, hence why the "click" is longer. If you decrease the aperture number, you have more light entering the lens, so less exposure = faster click. Big aperture number = more depth of field, more things in the pics are in focus Small aperture number = less depth of field, fewer things in focus Big exposure number (but in fact it a smaller exposure time) (the 1/100 for example) = quicker exposition, less time for the light to be captured = darker image but quicker picture, so less chance of having a blurry image Small exposure number = longer exposition time, more light entering, lighter shot but you increase the risk of having some blur if your camera is not on a steady tripod You need to either increase the number of those side lamps or change the bulb for more powerful one if you want to have flexibility in your shots. Try to play with the "A" mode and the "TV" mode of your camera to see the impact of the different parameters on your final shot 16 minutes ago, Xepa said: Would an actual macro lens be beneficial in any way for this type of shot do you think? Macro lense will allow some very nice and interesting shots but you will need more light and your depth of field will decrease 8 minutes ago, Gingerskooch said: Jesus! 'How to shit on a person's good vibes, the masterclass' by Glaude. He's at it again @bdnica ©PBR Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Xepa 0 Posted February 4, 2019 Just now, Gingerskooch said: Jesus! 'How to shit on a person's good vibes, the masterclass' by Glaude. He's at it again @bdnica I know! I'm only here and the abuse has already begun Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glaude 1,615 Posted February 4, 2019 1 minute ago, Xepa said: I know! I'm only here and the abuse has already begun Oh and be careful to never put a ginger in front of the lens, it'll crack and grow mushrooms on it in two days, 1 week later those mushrooms will turn into cheese and will start posting on a watch forum with a disturbing orange profile pic... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Xepa 0 Posted February 4, 2019 7 minutes ago, Glaude said: By that I think you are using the "P" mode of your DSLR or equivalent. Meaning that the camera will try to adjust to get the best "correct" exposition in your picture based on either the aperture or exposure modifications you make. Meaning : If you increase the aperture number (which close the aperture in reality) you have less light entering the lens so more exposure time is needed to catch enough light, hence why the "click" is longer. If you decrease the aperture number, you have more light entering the lens, so less exposure = faster click. Big aperture number = more depth of field, more things in the pics are in focus Small aperture number = less depth of field, fewer things in focus Big exposure number (but in fact it a smaller exposure time) (the 1/100 for example) = quicker exposition, less time for the light to be captured = darker image but quicker picture, so less chance of having a blurry image Small exposure number = longer exposition time, more light entering, lighter shot but you increase the risk of having some blur if your camera is not on a steady tripod You need to either increase the number of those side lamps or change the bulb for more powerful one if you want to have flexibility in your shots. Try to play with the "A" mode and the "TV" mode of your camera to see the impact of the different parameters on your final shot Macro lense will allow some very nice and interesting shots but you will need more light and your depth of field will be decrease ©PBR Makes sense, thank you for taking the time to explain. I think in my haste I may have had a brain fart and set it to "A" because I was thinking aperture and completely forgot that A is auto LOL. And auto mode sucks. I'll have to get back to it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,272 Posted February 4, 2019 10 minutes ago, Glaude said: By that I think you are using the "P" mode of your DSLR or equivalent. Meaning that the camera will try to adjust to get the best "correct" exposition in your picture based on either the aperture or exposure modifications you make. Meaning : If you increase the aperture number (which close the aperture in reality) you have less light entering the lens so more exposure time is needed to catch enough light, hence why the "click" is longer. If you decrease the aperture number, you have more light entering the lens, so less exposure = faster click. Big aperture number = more depth of field, more things in the pics are in focus Small aperture number = less depth of field, fewer things in focus Big exposure number (but in fact it a smaller exposure time) (the 1/100 for example) = quicker exposition, less time for the light to be captured = darker image but quicker picture, so less chance of having a blurry image Small exposure number = longer exposition time, more light entering, lighter shot but you increase the risk of having some blur if your camera is not on a steady tripod You need to either increase the number of those side lamps or change the bulb for more powerful one if you want to have flexibility in your shots. Try to play with the "A" mode and the "TV" mode of your camera to see the impact of the different parameters on your final shot Macro lense will allow some very nice and interesting shots but you will need more light and your depth of field will decrease I'm going to bookmark this post for those nights when insomnia has kicked in and I just can't nod off.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glaude 1,615 Posted February 4, 2019 1 hour ago, Xepa said: Makes sense, thank you for taking the time to explain. I think in my haste I may have had a brain fart and set it to "A" because I was thinking aperture and completely forgot that A is auto LOL. And auto mode sucks. I'll have to get back to it! A is Aperture, auto is generally labelled auto or with some kind of green symbol 1 hour ago, Gingerskooch said: I'm going to bookmark this post for those nights when insomnia has kicked in and I just can't nod off.... Stop looking at yourself in the mirror before bed time, you'll sleep in an instant Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,436 Posted February 4, 2019 2 hours ago, Xepa said: Good call. Didn't even realise I had the ISO at 1600!! No wonder it's grainy. Changed it to 200 for this one. Definitely still room for improvement but we're getting there... Very good start! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,272 Posted February 4, 2019 5 minutes ago, Glaude said: Stop looking at yourself in the mirror before bed time, you'll sleep in an instant Can't - mirrored ceiling. For the ladies. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bdnica 107 Posted February 5, 2019 6 hours ago, Gingerskooch said: Jesus! 'How to shit on a person's good vibes, the masterclass' by Glaude. He's at it again @bdnica You may be right... things are a getting a bit beyond what we can control. I may have to involve my wife. She holds him in high regard and may have influence. Hopefully. Things get 'messy' if she's not obeyed. Think you know what happens after 'that' look... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blueoysterboy 17 Posted February 5, 2019 Hey, who sells the best Sub pictures? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Xepa 0 Posted February 5, 2019 8 hours ago, Del said: Very good start! Thanks mate! I'm having fun with it, thanks for the inspiration Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jasonbaylee 192 Posted February 12, 2019 Bdnica, She is attractive!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ohana 0 Posted February 12, 2019 there ya go.... adjust levels, add a little sharpening and vignetting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mystery Shopper 5,887 Posted February 12, 2019 Nice pics- thanks for posting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bdnica 107 Posted February 12, 2019 On 04/02/2019 at 13:08, GingerBubba said: Jesus! 'How to shit on a person's good vibes, the masterclass' by Glaude. He's at it again @bdnica On 04/02/2019 at 19:48, bdnica said: You may be right... things are a getting a bit beyond what we can control. I may have to involve my wife. She holds him in high regard and may have influence. Hopefully. Things get 'messy' if she's not obeyed. Think you know what happens after 'that' look... 10 hours ago, Jasonbaylee said: Bdnica, She is attractive! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk She's just an actress @GingerBubba and I hired to play my wife. It's simply meant to represent 'the look' one gets from a Latina when she suddenly goes silent in the middle of a confrontational conversation. To paraphrase @JohnCocktoastin, the only time they become calm, collected and go silent in confrontational settings is for the few seconds prior to a massive shitstorm being released. Other examples: The point being to force behaviour modification upon @Glaude using the triple threat of angry Cuban, Spanish and Nicaraguan women as 'motivation'. Something any sane male would avoid at all cost. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
