UPDATE - FTS - Camera - Beginner

[DBlackman]

Hey Guys,

Okay... new camera, first pictures taken.... A LOT OF LEARNING TO DO!!

Last night, I took a few shots of my tank for the first time. All settings on the camera are at default. Here are a few 'Test shots', using my new Canon Rebel EOS XT. Don't hurt me too bad... lol

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v109/yazadx/120%20Gal%20Pics/IMG_0019.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v109/yazadx/120%20Gal%20Pics/IMG_0016.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v109/yazadx/120%20Gal%20Pics/IMG_0014.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v109/yazadx/120%20Gal%20Pics/IMG_0012.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v109/yazadx/120%20Gal%20Pics/IMG_0001.jpg

[aquasport24]

very good..

[chuck4824]

They are great shots!! Did you get the macro lense with your camera or were you using the standard lens that comes with the camers? Macro lense seems to be a couple of hundred dollars more.

[hobogato]

Macro lense seems to be a couple of hundred dollars more.

try 500 + more for a good one.....

great shots for just starting out, you will get much better shots when you venture out of auto and just play with the camera a bit. a macro lens will help also for individual coral shots. a good tripod and using a remote shutter button or the timer will also help.

[theangrycrab]

i really like the photos.

hobo, i have been wondering what the timer benefits are? the tripod, and macro i understand, but not sure about timer.

[hobogato]

especially with a macro lens, any camera movement will make the picture less sharp. with the timer, you can push the button, and then let go of the camera so there will be absolutely no movement when the picture is taken.

[greenmako]

very good for your first shots with the camera.I remember my first shots of the tank, they were not pretty LOL

[dapettit]

Very nice. Keep on shooting. The more your work with the camera the better you'll get!

[DBlackman]

Thanks Guys... I was contemplating removing the images, because of the poor quality of the pictures.

chuck4824, no macro lense, just the standard one that came with the 'Camera kit'.

hobogato, I will try venturing out of auto, soon! However, I did purchase a tripod and misc accessories. I will definitely, try timer settings.

[chuck4824]

Please don't take them out, they are a joy to look at. I think they are very nice and hope you post more soon. It is fascinating to see what other people have done with their tanks and it is always an inspiration. I was inspired so much but PAUL28's tank I dropped over a grand at Marine depot last night. You might have that effect on someone and keep this hobbie growing!!!

Keep up the good work.

David

[tony]

best $15 you will spend

http://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Exposure-Photographs-Digital-Updated/dp/0817463003/ref=pd_bbs_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1205618250&sr=8-2

[DBlackman]

Took a few more tonight... different mode on the camera:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v109/yazadx/IMG_0117.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v109/yazadx/IMG_0102.jpg

Blurred picture of Golden Dwarf Eel
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v109/yazadx/IMG_0088.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v109/yazadx/IMG_0082.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v109/yazadx/IMG_0052.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v109/yazadx/IMG_0046.jpg

[apedroza]

Great job Derek!!! I agree with Ace using a tripod and a remote are great devices to get excellent shots. You can also use attachment lenses to magnify your macro shots. I am using a 2Xand 3X magniier attachment to help with my macro shot until I can get a real macro.