My first HDR shot

[Bynx]

hahahahahaha

 

[Phil2k]

Thanks Bynx, I'll look into that. I use Oloneo HDR Engine for processing so I'll need to find the equivalent slider.

I took 3 shots. I would like to have taken 5 but it is a little bit tricky with the Canon t2i, there's no five shot setting, meaning you have to increase the steps manually, which can lead to the camera changing position.

:banghead:

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[Steve5D]

I'm personally quite happy with it...

Unless you've got a client paying you for it, your opinion about it is all that matters.

Don't concern yourself with what the so-called "gurus" or "experts" think.

That's the fun part about art: Whether it's "good" or not is up to the individual...

 

[tirediron]

Unless you've got a client paying you for it, your opinion about it is all that matters. Don't concern yourself with what the so-called "gurus" or "experts" think.
That's the fun part about art: Whether it's "good" or not is up to the individual...

Exactly! Art is by its very nature, subjective. If you, as the artist like it, then that is what counts, BUT, by the same token, the advice of other artists can often bring to light areas for improvement which you may not have considered.

I'm not really qualified to comment on the HDR aspects of the image, but I do understand the comments regarding the composition. That said, I also realize the limitations of shooting in a museum or similar venue. Sometimes circumstances prevent you from getting the shot you want.

 

[BlueMeanieTSi]

I would like the composition a lot more if it actually showed detail in the shadows which HDR is designed to provide.

 

[Phil2k]

I would love, absolutely love to see people try and shoot better HDR shots of the SR-71 on the USS Intrepid:

a) without a tripod
b) managing to avoid the hordes of tourists surrounding it
c) managing to avoid the F-16 Eagle whose ass has the SR-71’s nose jammed up it
d) managing to stay within the designated cordoned tourist area

 

[Bynx]

The only thing I did was suggest how to get rid of the halo, ask you how many pics made up your final image, and made remarks on the use of Photomatix based on my experience. The only thing you told us was they took your tripod off you while on board the ship. The other info I didnt consider but imagined and so didnt comment on your composition. Im sure it would be a whole lot different if you had the opportunity. Of all the planes ever built the SR-71 is my fav from a design standpoint and Im glad to see any part of it, any time. Thanks.

 

[BlueMeanieTSi]

I would love, absolutely love to see people try and shoot better HDR shots of the SR-71 on the USS Intrepid:

a) without a tripod
b) managing to avoid the hordes of tourists surrounding it
c) managing to avoid the F-16 Eagle whose ass has the SR-71’s nose jammed up it
d) managing to stay within the designated cordoned tourist area

Sure, I would but I won't have the opportunity to.

 

[vipgraphx]

If I ever get a chance to go there I will be glad to take you up on your offer.

Handheld shots are not hard at all to do especially in daylight. Unless you do not have AEB and rapid fire. My D7000 had that as well as my D700. I have done 5 handheld HDR it night time.

these are 5 exposure HDR handheld night shots


corndogs by VIPGraphX, on Flickr


spin ride by VIPGraphX, on Flickr


walkway by VIPGraphX, on Flickr


these are hand held 3 exposure HDR day shots


jesus statue copy by VIPGraphX, on Flickr


Tree amigos different angle cropped by VIPGraphX, on Flickr


rain forest by VIPGraphX, on Flickr



Just saying don't let that hand held shot be an excuse (unless you can not rapid fire).....

Whats wrong with getting people in the shot? If it makes a better composition??

Also you could use a shallow depth of field those times when another plane is close to it keeping your focus on the subject.


You have to be opened minded and hey you asked for the C and C right??

 

[ceejtank]

I'm a big fan of HDR. I'm not expert though. However as a lot of the image remains dark, I'm not sure if you're accomplishing HDR here. From my non-expert understanding, HDR will combine multiple exposures to lighten the dark(underexposed) areas (to give some detail), and darken the light(blownout) areas(to give some detail). That being said - I actually like the shot as a picture. :thumbup:

 

[ceejtank]

I would love, absolutely love to see people try and shoot better HDR shots of the SR-71 on the USS Intrepid:

a) without a tripod
b) managing to avoid the hordes of tourists surrounding it
c) managing to avoid the F-16 Eagle whose ass has the SR-71’s nose jammed up it
d) managing to stay within the designated cordoned tourist area

What I do in these cases - is I take 1 shot in RAW, and then adjust the light in processing and save one as darker, one as lighter, and then one that's properly exposed. It's not really 3 shots, but it makes it into 3. Then you can combine the three into HDR. I personally use Photomatix to do most of my HDR. As I said though - I am definitely not an expert on it. That's just my tip/trick.