Landscape Changing Lenses

Changing Lenses · 01:09 PM

Playing around with different lenses in the same area. Used both the Pentax 12-24 and my Sigma 70-200 for these shots. The light was just started to hit the grass which really popped the fall color. Cheers JIM

**Ash** · 12-06-2009, 01:39 PM

Same beautiful scene, but more uniquely striking results.
Love how the 12-24 renders the colours here.
Very nice, thanks for sharing Jim.

the swede · 12-06-2009, 02:14 PM

Very nice again! I love the blue colours on the first two pics

**Rense** · 12-06-2009, 02:14 PM

The second one is stunning IMHO!

song_hm · 12-06-2009, 02:35 PM

The second one is beautifully composed.

Did you push level or saturation ? Theres banding in the sky near the top border of the image. Ditto on the last image.

Jimbo · 12-06-2009, 04:16 PM

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Same beautiful scene, but more uniquely striking results.
Love how the 12-24 renders the colours here.
Very nice, thanks for sharing Jim.

Thanks Ash. I am really liking the 12-24 and getting use to shooting with it. JIM

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Very nice again! I love the blue colours on the first two pics

Appreciate you commenting. JIM

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second one is stunning IMHO!

Thank you Rense. I like that one too. JIM

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The second one is beautifully composed.

Did you push level or saturation ? Theres banding in the sky near the top border of the image. Ditto on the last image.

That is part of it though not the real reason. The sun was coming out to the right and I had to crop some of the side off. I also had a polarizer fillter on and I think I had the adjustments off a bit on the ride side. I turned the darker side to the bottom to bring out the water more. A combination of all three were the reasons. Will watch for that the next go around. Cheers JIM

JMR · 12-06-2009, 08:53 PM

I just finished reviewing your last few posts and would like to make a few comments. It seems to me you are overpolarizing many of the images. While many images can use some polarization to lessen Unwanted or overpowering reflections, overdoing it can render images unnatural and remove much wanted spectral light. But most of the compositions are solid, and I really like the second image in this post.

JMR

Frank Fletcher · 12-06-2009, 09:42 PM

Hey Jimbo - some nice shots again!

At first glance, I liked the second one best but now I'm partial to the first. I usually like a strong foreground intrest, but in this case, it detracts from the far bank and background, both in terms of information and primacy.

It's definitely hard to balance out the polarization - especially on wide angles. I personally always err on the side of over-polarizing when I take mine out. If I'm not being lazy, though, I'll shoot with and without and figure it out later in Lightroom.

The tree's reflected halo is a little distracting...

PentX Girl · 12-06-2009, 09:57 PM

That 2nd photo is just phenomenal! What beautiful landscape

I've always appreciated the beauty of Canada's countryside...although too cold for me in the winter

heliphoto · 12-06-2009, 10:40 PM

Striking shots Jim. I can't pick a favorite...

Jimbo · 12-06-2009, 11:16 PM

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I just finished reviewing your last few posts and would like to make a few comments. It seems to me you are overpolarizing many of the images. While many images can use some polarization to lessen Unwanted or overpowering reflections, overdoing it can render images unnatural and remove much wanted spectral light. But most of the compositions are solid, and I really like the second image in this post.

JMR

It's definately a balancing act when using a polarizer filter. With the light changing quickly and the chance of over exposure in this location. Also in the PP process I adjusted levels to bring out the shadow areas lost in the sun rise. Is it perfect and for me it is all about the learning process. I think everyone approaches shooting differently. I use a number of filters to try to limit the amount of PP. Again, its a balancing act. I wish I could move where the sun rises here as it is always on my right on 75% of the shots. I will keep your comments in mind on my next outing. JIM

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Hey Jimbo - some nice shots again!

At first glance, I liked the second one best but now I'm partial to the first. I usually like a strong foreground intrest, but in this case, it detracts from the far bank and background, both in terms of information and primacy.

It's definitely hard to balance out the polarization - especially on wide angles. I personally always err on the side of over-polarizing when I take mine out. If I'm not being lazy, though, I'll shoot with and without and figure it out later in Lightroom.

The tree's reflected halo is a little distracting

Appreciate you taking the time to review my images. JIM

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Striking shots Jim. I can't pick a favorite...

Thanks Josh. JIM

Jimbo · 12-06-2009, 11:17 PM

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That 2nd photo is just phenomenal! What beautiful landscape I've always appreciated the beauty of Canada's countryside...although too cold for me in the winter

Thanks Jan. Not all of Canada gets really cold!! Just 90%. JIM

gawan · 12-10-2009, 12:44 PM

Jim, another wow from me! Wonderful darkish warm light, what a beautiful place!

Jimbo · 12-10-2009, 01:36 PM

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Jim, another wow from me! Wonderful darkish warm light, what a beautiful place!

Thanks Georg. JIM

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12-06-2009, 01:39 PM	#2
Ash Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toowoomba, Queensland Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,920	Same beautiful scene, but more uniquely striking results. Love how the 12-24 renders the colours here. Very nice, thanks for sharing Jim.

12-06-2009, 02:14 PM	#3
the swede Inactive Account Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 2,310	Very nice again! I love the blue colours on the first two pics

12-06-2009, 02:14 PM	#4
Rense Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Zetten - The Netherlands Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,050	The second one is stunning IMHO!

12-06-2009, 02:35 PM	#5
song_hm Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Pennsylvania, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 797	The second one is beautifully composed. Did you push level or saturation ? Theres banding in the sky near the top border of the image. Ditto on the last image.

12-06-2009, 04:16 PM	#6
Jimbo Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Maple Ridge BC Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,368 Original Poster	Quote: Same beautiful scene, but more uniquely striking results. Love how the 12-24 renders the colours here. Very nice, thanks for sharing Jim. Thanks Ash. I am really liking the 12-24 and getting use to shooting with it. JIM Quote: Very nice again! I love the blue colours on the first two pics Appreciate you commenting. JIM Quote: second one is stunning IMHO! Thank you Rense. I like that one too. JIM Quote: The second one is beautifully composed. Did you push level or saturation ? Theres banding in the sky near the top border of the image. Ditto on the last image. That is part of it though not the real reason. The sun was coming out to the right and I had to crop some of the side off. I also had a polarizer fillter on and I think I had the adjustments off a bit on the ride side. I turned the darker side to the bottom to bring out the water more. A combination of all three were the reasons. Will watch for that the next go around. Cheers JIM

12-06-2009, 08:53 PM	#7
JMR Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 3,332	I just finished reviewing your last few posts and would like to make a few comments. It seems to me you are overpolarizing many of the images. While many images can use some polarization to lessen Unwanted or overpowering reflections, overdoing it can render images unnatural and remove much wanted spectral light. But most of the compositions are solid, and I really like the second image in this post. JMR

12-06-2009, 09:42 PM	#8
Frank Fletcher Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Photos: Albums Posts: 257	Hey Jimbo - some nice shots again! At first glance, I liked the second one best but now I'm partial to the first. I usually like a strong foreground intrest, but in this case, it detracts from the far bank and background, both in terms of information and primacy. It's definitely hard to balance out the polarization - especially on wide angles. I personally always err on the side of over-polarizing when I take mine out. If I'm not being lazy, though, I'll shoot with and without and figure it out later in Lightroom. The tree's reflected halo is a little distracting...

12-06-2009, 09:57 PM	#9
PentX Girl Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,700	That 2nd photo is just phenomenal! What beautiful landscape I've always appreciated the beauty of Canada's countryside...although too cold for me in the winter

12-06-2009, 10:40 PM	#10
heliphoto Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Region 5 Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,539	Striking shots Jim. I can't pick a favorite...

12-06-2009, 11:16 PM	#11
Jimbo Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Maple Ridge BC Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,368 Original Poster	Quote: I just finished reviewing your last few posts and would like to make a few comments. It seems to me you are overpolarizing many of the images. While many images can use some polarization to lessen Unwanted or overpowering reflections, overdoing it can render images unnatural and remove much wanted spectral light. But most of the compositions are solid, and I really like the second image in this post. JMR It's definately a balancing act when using a polarizer filter. With the light changing quickly and the chance of over exposure in this location. Also in the PP process I adjusted levels to bring out the shadow areas lost in the sun rise. Is it perfect and for me it is all about the learning process. I think everyone approaches shooting differently. I use a number of filters to try to limit the amount of PP. Again, its a balancing act. I wish I could move where the sun rises here as it is always on my right on 75% of the shots. I will keep your comments in mind on my next outing. JIM Quote: Hey Jimbo - some nice shots again! At first glance, I liked the second one best but now I'm partial to the first. I usually like a strong foreground intrest, but in this case, it detracts from the far bank and background, both in terms of information and primacy. It's definitely hard to balance out the polarization - especially on wide angles. I personally always err on the side of over-polarizing when I take mine out. If I'm not being lazy, though, I'll shoot with and without and figure it out later in Lightroom. The tree's reflected halo is a little distracting Appreciate you taking the time to review my images. JIM Quote: Striking shots Jim. I can't pick a favorite... Thanks Josh. JIM

12-06-2009, 11:17 PM	#12
Jimbo Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Maple Ridge BC Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,368 Original Poster	Quote: That 2nd photo is just phenomenal! What beautiful landscape I've always appreciated the beauty of Canada's countryside...although too cold for me in the winter Thanks Jan. Not all of Canada gets really cold!! Just 90%. JIM

12-10-2009, 12:44 PM	#13
gawan Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Helsinki Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,400	Jim, another wow from me! Wonderful darkish warm light, what a beautiful place!

12-10-2009, 01:36 PM	#14
Jimbo Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Maple Ridge BC Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,368 Original Poster	Quote: Jim, another wow from me! Wonderful darkish warm light, what a beautiful place! Thanks Georg. JIM