Focus...

[tag141]

Went out today to do some test shots for other reasons (my UWA is giving me the s**ts). No PP, just from the camera.

1.
http://tph1.orcon.net.nz/f1.jpg

2.
http://tph1.orcon.net.nz/f2.jpg

3.
http://tph1.orcon.net.nz/f3.jpg

4.
http://tph1.orcon.net.nz/f4.jpg

4 is the issue. That's -3 EC and spot metered. I'm starting to think the 15-30 Sigma has communication issues as 2. is only -1 EC.

[Moppie]

4 is the issue. That's -3 EC and spot metered. I'm starting to think the 15-30 Sigma has communication issues as 2. is only -1 EC.

Interesting, as that imply it is not fully opening up for the metering, or stopping down to take the shot.

[akiwi]

Photos are not bad.
What metering mode where you using? if it was spot, then highlights & shadows can change the exposure dramatically.

[PhotosGuy]

#2 looks pretty good. That's -3 EC and spot metered. Try manual in those tough conditions. First set the f-stop & shutter speed you need. Then adjust the ISO.
Need an exposure crutch? (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=89123)

This shows how the subject can affect the exposure & why manual keeps me worry free:
Post #47 (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showpost.php?p=5191658&postcount=47)



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[tag141]

#2 looks pretty good.

2 was taken with a fairly new 24-70 and 4 was taken with an older 15-30 Sigma. I think it's time for a UWAL and some less harsh light. I really do think the Siggy has sent my bodies to Coventry.