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Photographer’s Note

Here's a another northern light from last night. My first one with my new toy ( canon eos 30d). Hope you gonna like it.

Still amaze by nature after 4 month in the bush!!!

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Nelu_Goia (2696) 2007-04-23 17:27

Hi Virgile,
There are some strange things going on here, as I`m looking at your EXIF data:
1.Exposure Time 0 ??
2.Focal Length 21/1 mm
3.File Size 64 kb ??...instead of 200kB, which you are entitled to?
I don`t think that your new "toy" is set up properly because the picture is not sharp, yet, you used a tripod.

Regards,
Nelu

goonivuz (170) 2007-04-23 17:35

This would have been the highlight of my night if it had have been sharp. I agree with Nelu Goia, something seems to be amiss...

Did you take the shot by firing the shot by hand, or did you use the timer mechanism or even a remote.

What about "mirror lock up" I know it iis an option in the D30.

Even though we have lost some of the detail - i still find it an emotive shot and I would love to see it for myself.

TFS

J

mfonda (889) 2007-04-23 18:16

Hi Virgile,

First off, I will say I love the composition here, and the northern lights here are very beautiful. However, this image seems to really lack sharpness and focus. A long exposure is crucial and sharpness are crucial for this shot, and as others note, these details seem to be missing. You say you use a tripod, but it appears otherwise. Perhaps just getting used to your new toy :) Thanks for sharing!

- Matt

psychache (1831) 2007-04-24 4:26

Hi,
I havent seen a northern light except those photos. You are lucky. Thank you for sharing with us. Beatiful composition but not enough sharp for me. I tried a w/s to enhance the sharpnes. May be you like.

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