sageone Goldmember  1,605 posts Likes: 1 Joined Apr 2005 Location: Boston, MA, USA More info | Dec 23, 2005 14:54 | #1 I know the lighting isn't particularly the best (I'm not big on using the flash as I don't know how to use it to my advantage just yet). However, I thought this was a cute pic (biased because it's my kid!).  HOSTED PHOTO please log in to view hosted photos in full size. Don Martelli
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imchillindave Senior Member 268 posts Joined Nov 2005 Location: Little Rock, AR More info | Dec 23, 2005 15:59 | #2 Well, I can say I know where you're coming from. If I'm not mistaken, the 220EX flash doesn't have a directional head on it, therefore most of the flash pictures look flat. For shooting in low light, the only way to do it is buy a fast lens. The "nifty fifty" as they call it is the cheapest and is pretty fast at f1.8. Your Sigma EX 50-500 f1.4-6.3 aught to be a good lens for this as long as you keep it at 50mm. I would say to consider investing in at least a 420EX flash. By being able to bounce the flash, you can acheive some amazing results. Otherwise you've got to invest some big money in expensive lenses that have a low aperture value. A good flash comes out cheaper. Anywho, that is a good picture of your child, just under exposed. I hope this helps. . . Canon 30D | Canon 5D
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kpiela Goldmember  1,426 posts Joined Jun 2005 Location: Duluth GA More info | Dec 23, 2005 17:54 | #3 Do you allow editing? When I take shots like this that I want to save, I use a little post processing. 5D Markii, 50D and 20D 70-200 f/2.8L, 50mm 1.2L Tokina 10-17, 200 f2.8, Canon 28-135mm 580ex
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JohnnyG Worthless twinkle toes fairy  3,719 posts Likes: 1 Joined Aug 2005 Location: Houston, Texas More info | Dec 23, 2005 18:16 | #4 Real cute shot for sure. Needs a little lightning help is all and may be a little soft. Focus is very hard in low light situations. Canon EOS 5D Mark II, 100-400IS L, 24-105 L[COLOR=black][FONT="] IS, 50mm f/1.4, Canon 430EX/580EX II, Kenko 1.5X, Epson R1900, Manfrotto 679B Monopod, 3021BPRO tripod, 808RC4 Head, 486RC2 Ballhead
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Sledhed Goldmember  2,510 posts Likes: 3 Joined Jun 2005 Location: Crete, IL. More info | The only way to shoot in low light without using the flash is to raise the ISO, but it will put more noise in the image. Neat Image is a very cool free program to help reduce the noise. Chris
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Dec 24, 2005 06:45 | #6 Thanks for the tips and comments. The built in flash for close-up shots is way too pwerful and kills the shot. The flash I have is one I bought for my still canon years ago. I do need to invest in another flash with an adjustable head so I can bounce the flash as suggested. It's on my list...maybe Santa will hook me up!!! Don Martelli
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imchillindave Senior Member 268 posts Joined Nov 2005 Location: Little Rock, AR More info | sageone wrote: The built in flash for close-up shots is way too pwerful and kills the shot. Have you tried setting your flash exposure compensation? Turn it down a few steps and see what happens. Even an external flash set in TTL mode can sometimes be too bright and need this same thing . . . Canon 30D | Canon 5D
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imchillindave wrote: Have you tried setting your flash exposure compensation? Turn it down a few steps and see what happens. Even an external flash set in TTL mode can sometimes be too bright and need this same thing . . . Haven't thought of that...however, how do I do it? I have the 300d. Thanks. Don Martelli
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kpiela wrote: Do you allow editing? When I take shots like this that I want to save, I use a little post processing. I just turned that option on if you want to give it a whirl... Don Martelli
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Brandy327 Senior Member  254 posts Joined Mar 2004 Location: New Hampshire More info | Dec 27, 2005 09:41 | #10 I messed with it a little...used Neat Image to reduce the noise, messed with the saturation, brightness, contrast and USM. Here's what I came up with...and I'm by no means good with PS.
Canon 20D with BG-E2 grip
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kpiela Goldmember 1,426 posts Joined Jun 2005 Location: Duluth GA More info | Dec 27, 2005 10:55 | #12 Here was my attempt. I am in the process of editing my dark Christmas shots!  HOSTED PHOTO please log in to view hosted photos in full size. 5D Markii, 50D and 20D 70-200 f/2.8L, 50mm 1.2L Tokina 10-17, 200 f2.8, Canon 28-135mm 580ex
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Hey kpiela, thanks from a fellow Mass native. Don Martelli
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kpiela Goldmember 1,426 posts Joined Jun 2005 Location: Duluth GA More info | Dec 27, 2005 12:17 | #14 I noticed you're from Boston! We are about 10 minutes from Foxboro Stadium. 5D Markii, 50D and 20D 70-200 f/2.8L, 50mm 1.2L Tokina 10-17, 200 f2.8, Canon 28-135mm 580ex
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kpiela wrote: I noticed you're from Boston! We are about 10 minutes from Foxboro Stadium.  I'm in Revere...and go to the Razor for each Pats game, just about. Don Martelli
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