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[Paul Robert]

I really need to learn about post production. I am all about the RAW capture. My exposure is narfed. The sky was crazy blue today, very vibrant. Not at all dingy like these pictures. 

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[Nikonite]

Are you using auto ISO? Your pics are very noisy indicating a fixed ISO that's too high? I commented about your filthy sensor or lens in your other post.

[Paul Robert]

Yes, I am have a hard time figuring out some stuff. I am using auto ISO. I just turned it off. That sensor is super filthy! LOL! I'm having the camera cleaned. Thanks for looking out for the newbie! LOL!

[Nikonite]

Until you learn what ISO means relative to light you should leave auto ISO on and then observe how the camera changes the ISO number under different conditions. Of course it's you call. The debris in your photos are not necessarily on your sensor. It could be your lens? Clean your lens then try a nearly white shot like a wall or sky. If you still have debris in your photos it's your sensor. 

[Paul Robert]

I'll be all right. I beat death, whats a little dust on the sensor ISO apature shutter speed machine.

[nbanjogal]

I love that you are having so much fun with your new camera! And your attitude is inspiring, I must say. 

 

When it comes to post-processing, you'll find lots of opinions--here's mine: Lightroom. It's not too expensive and it's easy to use--quick and easy to learn too.

[Paul Robert]

Thanks, Nicole. I have CS6 master collection, I will pick up Light Room. I used CS6 MC to design my website and book covers.

I am close to those hawks, I mean, one flew over my head from behind, and I was like, “Oh, Man,” as I turned at the shadow. He was a 20 feet above my head, no real threat, but if he wanted, he could have clawed me. LOL! I didn’t see him coming at all. Total surprise. I walked up to where they were. From the other times that I observed them, without the camera, I can tell they have a pattern. I am not sure, but I think that is the female in the tree. She calls to the males to let them know which tree she is in, and as the males fly over head, they give that classic hawk call in response. It’s so awesome! HAHAHHA! That is what I am coming to believe in my limited knowledge of bird behavior. I recently watched a documentary on the Snowy owl, very similar behavior, and that is where I am drawing my conclusions.

Your words are so kind, thank you. I’m an inspiring guy with a filthy lens! HHAHAHAHHAHAH!