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Forum: Photographic Technique
09-19-2018, 11:45 AM
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You mentioned: "Cumbersome because I don't like looking at the screen, a matter of last resort"
But if you want to learn about exposure (e.g., be able to judge how much exposure adjustment to make) looking at the screen after every shot is a godsend--as it gives us instant feedback. Pre-digital we took notes of the shots, and then weeks later saw the developed film, but (except for a Polaroid camera/back) that was the way to get the most complete feedback.
Actually rereading your post, I think you meant you are doing it, but would prefer to see it in the viewfinder. I agree the screen can be problematic, especially so if it is sunny.
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Forum: Photographic Technique
09-18-2018, 05:35 PM
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1. What CarlJF said. Just set the exposure adjustment for the scene as you plan to take it--using average or matrix metering. If the scene has sky set it to -2ev CORRECTION I meant + 2 e.v., or whatever. if not then no adjustment. Look at results as you do it and after a while you will be good at estimating the e.v. adjustment to the exposure.
2. If metering in M mode w/ green button, and a lens w/ aperture ring, meter as you do now and close CORRECTION I meant open aperture 2 stops after pushing green button, if you have sky to adjust for.
3. If blue sky and you want sky to be correct, just meter the blue sky--away from clouds and away from sun. Again in M mode w/ green button.
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