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Forum: Photographic Technique
05-03-2011, 03:47 PM
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Hey guys! Just checking back in with some of the photos I took thanks to your help.
I ended up using a shutter speed of 1/3200 with AF.C so I could catch the rockets on descent. AF was turned off during launches.
Maximum rocket height was just about 1000 meters, so the rockets were unfortunately tiny.
Here are some of my favorite launches:
Spjutnik by hangstar, on Flickr
Blue Flame by hangstar, on Flickr
High Visibility by hangstar, on Flickr
I'm really getting a great bang for the buck with the Tamron 70-300.
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Forum: Post Your Photos!
05-03-2011, 03:11 PM
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Forum: Photographic Technique
04-16-2011, 01:28 AM
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Thanks for all the suggestions! Ole: the rockets we'll be launching are about 4 times the size of those :D. I guess I won't be looking forward to an apogee shot then. I'll check back if I get any good shots.
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Forum: Photographic Technique
04-15-2011, 08:42 PM
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I'll probably try to get the fastest shutter speed I can while still having enough light, and will probably just focus on the launchpad while burst firing. I'd like to get an apogee shot, so I'd somehow have to quickly turn on autofocus, loosen my tripod, and aim up (and find the rocket, too). I don't think that will turn out too well...
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Forum: Photographic Technique
04-15-2011, 08:05 PM
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Hey everyone,
I've been trying to look for tips around this forum concerning model rocket photography with no success. I'll be in the desert tomorrow for the launch of about 20 model rockets, each equipped with motors that will fly the rockets at around 400-600 ft/s, with apogee being at around 4500 feet. I'll be taking a K-x with a Tamron 70-300mm lens with me, since we have to be pretty far away prior to launch. My goal is basically to catch at least 1 photo of the rockets mid flight while the motor is still firing. I only have about a 4 second window to catch the shot, so I want to get it right. What shutter speed should be appropriate and what focusing mode should I use? It should be pretty bright in the desert, so shutter speed probably wont be an issue, but I think continuous autofocus might be completely useless at the speed the rockets will be going. Any tips towards catching the rockets mid flight and in focus?
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
11-10-2010, 05:06 PM
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I recommend a crossover shoulder bag. It's pretty convenient to be able to take your camera out without removing the backpack by rotating it around your body. I have the Pentax branded one, and can fit my k-x and 3 lenses in it with room for a small flash.
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