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03/19/2003 03:01:36 AM · #1 |
I would appreciate comments on this new addition to my portfolio. //www.dpchallenge.com/image.php?IMAGE_ID=15262
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03/19/2003 05:35:03 AM · #2 |
| the focus and composition are both good, though it might be interesting to see the pear blossoms take up a third of the picture, or maybe a half (though I do like it like it is now). The lighting is good, all details are clear. The depth of field is really this picture's strong point, and the receding focus really gives a perspective to the shot. I think my only major gripe with the image is the background. While it's good that it's fuzzed out, the white splotches (perhaps other pear blossoms?) really are sort of destracting. I think that this type of background works best with a monochrome background. Other than that, good shot. |
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03/19/2003 05:41:01 AM · #3 |
the depth of field on the middle flower is awesome, wouldn't change a thing. the others need a little more i think
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03/19/2003 06:23:03 AM · #4 |
| I"m not sure where the focus is, maybe if you used F4.8,but i like the contrast and the background! |
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03/19/2003 02:58:01 PM · #5 |
Thanks for the comments. They were helpful.
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03/19/2003 05:21:28 PM · #6 |
I think it is a nice image. I like closeups of flowers and collect them myself.
However, I am puzzled by something. Why is it that people seem to be most impressed with depth of field when there isn't any?
Depth of field is supposed to be used to increase the amount of the image that is in focus, not decrease it.
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03/19/2003 05:42:37 PM · #7 |
I think the DOF is way off. Even on the middle flower the little things that stick out from the middle are out of focus. Use F5.6 or so instead... and especially with a macro or full zoom. If you don't have enough light for 5.6, etc., then use shutter priority and use a slower shutter speed and use a tripod if needed. You need to make all of the flowers in perfect focus. I have the same flowers in my yard on a plum tree. Is that what yours is?
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03/19/2003 06:29:54 PM · #8 |
Thanks, another set of useful suggestions. I was fighting a strong wind - which is with us in North Texas most of the year - and I decided to use a fast shutter speed to try to overcome that hurdle. I see now that I went too far at the expense of a larger f#.
BTW, this is a pear blossom. I hope to capture a Texas Red Bud tree this weekend and this suggestions will help.
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03/19/2003 08:07:43 PM · #9 |
| I agree with Chris, your focal point is off. Try focusing on perhaps the top flower (closest to you). If you're using a macro lens, and you have the capability I would use f/2.8; really open that sucker up. I you're fighting the wind...just be patient, and wait for your shot. |
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03/20/2003 06:28:41 AM · #10 |
Originally posted by stdavidson:
I think it is a nice image. I like closeups of flowers and collect them myself.
However, I am puzzled by something. Why is it that people seem to be most impressed with depth of field when there isn't any?
Depth of field is supposed to be used to increase the amount of the image that is in focus, not decrease it. |
DOF is just that, it does not refer to a large amount of it, it is a measurement of itself, it can be large or small. It can be used to DECREASE the amount of image in focus too. People were referring to the shallow DOF when they said the liked the depth of field. |
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