 Robyn Gwilt |
Slower Shutter vs Higher F/stop? When shooting a group in low light/shade, would you go for a slower shutter speed to gain a higher F stop? Say, 1/30s/F16? Or, rather, go for a higher shutter speed (eg 1/160 and drop to F5.6 or thereabouts)? I would use fill flash, by the way. Thanks
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The higher f-stop will give a greater depth of field, ensuring the entire group is in focus.
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Mike Rubin |
Depending on your lens, distance from the group and how may rows of people, you may want to concentrate on the f/stop. Most consumer-grade lenses get soft when you stop down to f/16 or more. I'm not an expert on portraits, but would try to use the f/stop that is considered the "sweet spot" for the lens you are using.
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anonymous A. |
1/30 should be quite fast enough, Robyn, unless your group is running amok! The greater depth of field is more valuable to you in this situation.
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Robyn Gwilt |
Thanks Donald and Mike - I realise the higher the F/stop number, the better chance of the whole group being in focus - but with a group of say 10 people, chances are someone's going to move slightly, or would you say that it wouldn't be that noticeable at 1/30s, and rather go for the F11 , 14, or 16 if possible?
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Robyn Gwilt |
Thanks David - sorry I replied at the same time - I guess you answered the question. As getting the whole group in focus is more important.
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