CHRISTMAS TREE TECHNIQUE
Prep Turn all the lights off except the Tree
Camera Manual Mode
ISO 400 (Tripod) 800-1600 Handheld
Aperture Select your Widest Aperture which is probably F3.5
Shutter Select 1/30 sec to start with and adjust to get the correct exposure.
AF Single Shot AF Focus on something very close to the camera (as close as you can focus) turn off lens Auto Focus
Recompose with tree and take picture.
Review and repeat if necessary after making adjustments.
Alter Exposure by changing Shutter Speed or ISO – keep Aperture at 2.8.
TIP You should be able to do this without a tripod. If you notice any Camera shake however support the camera on a cushion or place it on the floor and use Self Timer to remove any shake. Use slim books or magazines to lift the lens if necessary
Prep Turn all the lights off except the Tree
Camera Manual Mode
ISO 400 (Tripod) 800-1600 Handheld
Aperture Select your Widest Aperture which is probably F3.5
Shutter Select 1/30 sec to start with and adjust to get the correct exposure.
AF Single Shot AF Focus on something very close to the camera (as close as you can focus) turn off lens Auto Focus
Recompose with tree and take picture.
Review and repeat if necessary after making adjustments.
Alter Exposure by changing Shutter Speed or ISO – keep Aperture at 2.8.
TIP You should be able to do this without a tripod. If you notice any Camera shake however support the camera on a cushion or place it on the floor and use Self Timer to remove any shake. Use slim books or magazines to lift the lens if necessary