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MIM

MIM

Member Since 19 Sep 2019
Offline Last Active Dec 23 2019 10:35 AM
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In Topic: Lightroom Mobile App

22 December 2019 - 10:42 AM

Thank you! I realized that I had to save a copy of the RAW file in LightX as .png; then I can edit in Snapseed or Lightroom. Now I am good to go for posting the best quality of photos.

I posted a pic of a bird and upload the RAW file, converted, and edit it before posting.

Also during this process, I learned how to get the right size for uploading on here.

Thanks again.

In Topic: Lightroom Mobile App

20 December 2019 - 11:18 AM

I have this question as well regarding programs for RAW file editing. I have learned that of Lightroom for taking you
to the Upgrade section. I am not there as yet for a paid option.

I am using Lightroom, Snapseed, and LightX currently, but not for RAW file editing. I set my Nikon D90 for RAW+JPEG and upload the JPEG files for editing at their maximum image quality.

I am still doing research and checking in here for the support. I do all my editing on my Moto E5 phone because my laptop (Lenovo IdeaPad) has no room (came with 2GB), so an upgrade is needed.

I have uploaded RAW files on my phone (Google Photo), but the are blank (white) and cannot be opened by some of the editing programs I have, but one: LightX. Of course, I am taken to the upgrade section first. I am able to view and edit a photo and the saving options are PNG and JPEG. I will be checking into this more.

I am now using a 50mm 1.4 (manual) for which I am getting used to. I am working on uploading photos of my progress on here, but I mostly post some on my site: https:/mauricemelvimimages.weebly.com (Mods: please let me know if posting the link is not allowed and I will remove it.)

Thank you so much for your knowledge and expertise!

In Topic: Best settings for low light shooting with a D90

27 November 2019 - 10:16 AM

Hello, everyone!

 

I am checking in with a little update on the D90 and the low light matters.  I am not sure if I have mentioned trying out the 50mm 1.4, that was what they had at the time, but it was ok because I got to try it out.

 

Since then, I have been navigating the settings and features more and it seems that Shutter Priority is the best for the atmosphere that I am working with currently.  I am getting better at in-camera focus to get a better quality shot.

 

I now have a Nikkor-SC Auto 1:1.4 f=50mm that I tried last night (11.26.19 --- pictures soon).  I was instructed that I need to be in Manual to make the needed corrections.  I will be researching this for sure. 

 

Looking forward to read your responses.  I appreciate your expert time.


In Topic: Best settings for low light shooting with a D90

14 November 2019 - 12:05 PM

To get better results in low light, you need a faster lens with a larger maximum aperture. The kit lens you have is good, but it is a slow lens. The maximum aperture varies between 3.5 and 4.5 depending on what focal length you use. The numbers are fractions, so a smaller number is a larger opening.

 

The 50/1.8 I mentioned is a cheap way to get a fast(ish) lens that works well for concert gigs.

 

If you have a computer available with a reasonably current Windows or MacOS version on it, Nikon's own raw converter/basic editor is free to download on their support site for your region.

Update!

I went to the camera store and tried out the 50/1.8 and I will get it when I have the funds.  Also, they did share their knowledge about the camera, the type of lenses, and the Triangle. 

 

I am working on using the Shurtter Priority and let the camera do the rest.  I will put some pictures up when I can.

 

Thanks again.


In Topic: Best settings for low light shooting with a D90

24 October 2019 - 03:45 PM

If you get your shutter speed up then the tripod won't be required.  It can still help out but you won't need to use it.

It is the lens that I have and the amount of light available at the events, which are indoors.  I will continue to mess with it until I get a better lens.  Much appreciated.