Mountain Photography - Capture to Editing

[@DavidVennell-d6x]

Hi Andy, found your video very helpful, I started landscape photography about a year ago, you explained everything in alot of detail. Thank you

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for the comment, really glad you enjoy the channel

[@fototripper]

Absolutely LOVE that comp for the video clip a 1:08 as the wind blows the snow off the peaks. Trezmendus!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, it was a pretty dramatic scene

[@icopal]

Hi Andy , great video and pictures. Thank you Just one remark if I may. It would have been even better if you would have shown a « before and after » photo once you finished the edits and also display the final pictures full screen a bit longer to admire your work. Keep up the good video Cheers from France

[@tofudrifter]

those are some very lovely snow rifts in your opening Andy!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much,we had some crazy conditions

[@baorichard4345]

More videos like this!!!!!!!! this is the very type of video that i want!!! very great

[@AndyMumford]

Thankyou

[@philiptata3607]

Andy, thanks so much. As always it’s a pleasure to see you work and appreciate your artistry. Hopefully, one day I can join one of your courses.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much Philip

[@MrKreweesti]

Thank you so much. Awesome as always and one of the first videos to watch when they come up. Cheers.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for watching

[@wojtekw6040]

I was just struggling with Capture One and this video made it so easy right now. Thank You! It is one more time Your video helped me with something I was having problems with.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment, glad you liked the video

[@mountain_goat1]

Awesome video. My favourite place, plus an insightful and informative. Thanks

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for watching

[@bhaar87]

Really love your videos. I could watch them for hours. Very informative, keep posting :D

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for watching, glad you found the video useful

[@chirsd666]

Great video Andy. Nice to see you get back to the X-T3. Splendid images!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment...and yes, I do love using the xt3

[@Noealz]

they came out really nice - cheers

[@rosssayer6524]

Really enjoyed your video, I only use lightroom so will have to have a look at capture 1. Great pano.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for watching :-)

[@EgdeFilms]

Incredible

[@AnduStan]

Actually the image you shot during the 'windy sunrise' is the best of them all, if you don't mind me saying ;)

[@timothylinn]

I enjoyed this one. FWIW, that last image you showed, the one from the morning, was my favorite. I don't know if there's a way to even out the luminosity on the left and right sides a bit but I loved the look and feel. Also, as long as I'm commenting, I have to compliment you on your "set". The couch with the three framed artworks feels so nice and clean and inviting. I can't recall anyone else doing anything like this. It's a pleasing look.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you like the video. And thanks for the comment on the set - it’s actually our living room :-)

[@alanbrunelle1546]

Wonderfully helpful video again Andy, thank you. For targeted sharpening would you again create a layer in Capture One and use luminosity to target those rocky areas? Cheers from the USA.

[@johnwilleyjr6814]

Andy, which lens for the x-t3 do you prefer (and why) for panoramic shots? Great video talking through your process for creating the finished product. Thank you!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment, glad you enjoyed the video. I mostly use the 55 -200 for panoramic shoots. It’s super sharp, light and small.

[@mrjamrol]

Excellent work and very inspiring scene! Is it true that CaptureOne in unable to perform the panoramic “stitching”, therefore the use of Lightroom?

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment. Yes, sadly CaptureOne has no photo merge feature for panoramas or bracketed images

[@mattdavis9986]

Watching you use an l-bracket and a remote shutter release at the same time is enough to make me want to upgrade to the xt3

[@AndyMumford]

Yes, it’s really nice that Fuji have moved the remote connector to the other side on the xt3

[@liz2959]

So Nice! Was this shot with a xT3 or GFX? Also, I am watching your editing videos every night this week and they are so very helpful. I am running out of them. Any chance you will do more editing videos soon???

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for the comment, really glad you enjoy the videos. This video was mostly shot with the GFX 50R, but the camera I used for the shots was the XT3. I did a couple of videos on this trip that covered processing, a couple from last year in the Dolomites, and there are two from this year in Iceland that I published recently....as well as the Lightroom and Capture One video I did. There'll be two more from my last trip to the Dolomites up soon, and next year I intend to do one or two from each of the 8 trips I've got planned, so there should be plenty more to come.

[@liz2959]

@@AndyMumford That's good to know. Your photographs are so inspiring and challenge me to work more on my compositions.

[@fjxsu]

Great Video! :)

[@jimbean532]

Very helpful!!! Thank you. FWIW, I use C1 for most of my workflow. Have added Topaz AIClear for beautiful clarity. Use Aurora 2109 for HDR and On1 for Panos. So no LR/PS, but I get the best for each use case, IMO. Keep up the beautiful work.

[@robertblesse5108]

Thanks, Andy! As always, another interesting and helpful video. Gorgeous Dolomite images. It looks like your shutter release is sticking out of the right side of your X-T3-true? I've been unable to use one with my X-T2 and an L-bracket because it goes in the left side and I can't mount the camera on my tripod in vertical/portrait position. Enjoyed your processing workflow-I haven't ventured into C1 yet, but it certainly seems to work well for you. Perhaps you could do a video on the advantages of C1 over LR. Thanks again.

[@hamdc4291]

Hi Robert. I managed to get around that problem by using the Kirk L bracket for the XT2 and using a low cost shutter release with a right angle fitting into the pin connection on the Xt2. You have to have the L bracket extended out quite a way from the body but it's a very well built bracket and it does allow you to then use the release in the vertical position.

[@chirsd666]

The X-T3 does have the remote connection on the right hand side. Kaizen :)

[@AndyMumford]

Hi Robert, thanks for the comment, glad you like the video. Yes, as you noticed the cable release is now on the other side of the camera so it works with an L bracket now.

[@lightexplorer]

What gloves are you using? it looks like you can operate the camera relatively well in cold weather with them.

[@AndyMumford]

In this video I can't remember, but for the last year or so I've been using Heat Company gloves, which work really well for photography

[@lightexplorer]

@@AndyMumford thank you for the follow up. That’s the one I have been using as well but there can be some discomfort in the cold.

[@capt1089]

Loved the video. Thanks for the quick lesson on C1. I sent you a message a while back about software and you were exclusively with Photoshop and Lightroom. What made you curious about C1? Just curious. Thanks.

[@AndyMumford]

Hi Jim. I still use mostly LR but my partner for running workshops uses C1 and kept telling me to try it. I’m still figuring it out and I do like the way it converts RAW files, but I’m not sure if it will replace LR for me

[@craigyc1987]

Hey Andy! Fantastic video and images from the Dolomites! Out of curiosity what L-bracket are you using?! I am yet to find a decent one for the x-t3 that doesn’t include a grip.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks, glad you like the video. My L bracket was just a cheap one I picked up on Amazon. It actually came with a grip but I removed it. amzn.to/2GMO2Yh

[@rodtheer]

Fantastic pictures. Enjoyed watching your work-flow. Thanks 🙂

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much

[@kristiejochim9089]

Thanks for the great video Andy! I’m trying out the free 30 day version in C1 right now. I had no clue that you couldn’t do pans with it! I hope they can add this later on. I’d rather not pay for 2 programs just to use that... Do you know if C1 automatically adds sharpening when you import? Thanks!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment. I can’t remember if C1 sharpens by default (I’m travelling without my laptop at the moment so don’t have access to C1) but I suspect it doesn’t.

[@oldgrumpyjim5003]

On the editing side of Andy's vlog I know I'm maybe a bit late with this but thought it might help those who are thinking of moving to C1 from Lightroom Classic CC. I have been using both side by side for about a year now and have found the following. For Xtrans files C1 does do a good job especially with skin tones and does give a nice overall softer look to the image, however, if you process the file in Iridient within Lightroom the clarity and detail is better especially for landscapes ( I know this is not everything) and forget about the latest 'Enhance Detail Slider' too slow. Believe me I have looked for reasons to move to Capture One but if I'm completely honest Lightroom Classic CC with Iridient X is better. If you are setting out in the game look at Capture One but if you are heavily invested in Lightroom and photoshop think carefully! While it may be an alternative to Lightroom it cannot replace Photoshop. I feel that many are moving to C1 and then having to move back later. C1 is a great price just now (half price) and I will continue to use it (tethering) but beyond that probably not as from a business point of view its not any better than adobe camera raw.

[@wojtekw6040]

This image taken during windy sunrises session is dreamy ! Amazing! Love it. P.S. Any tips on cleaning the sensor on X-T series ? Dust is quite an issue on mirrorless systems...

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you liked it. I use the EyeLead amzn.to/2Wo1sxO for sensor cleaning. It works really well.

[@wojtekw6040]

@@AndyMumford Yes, I bought the red version to be safe. It's great! Works like magic! Thank You!

[@jimbean532]

Hi, Andy. Wonderful video and very cool images! Now that some time has passed, what did you conclude about Capture 1 for RAF files? Does it render them better than LR? Have you made Capture 1 your primary app for post? Thanks for the update.

[@AndyMumford]

Hi, I’d say that Capture One definitely renders better than Lightroom. At the moment I still use it 50/50 with Lightroom but I’ll probably move over to Capture One. When I do, I’ll make some videos on it.

[@hclarke116]

Great video Andy! I have a Canon 60D with Sigma 17 to 50mm lens. What more do I need to get started in mountain photography? Cheers Hamish

[@AndyMumford]

Is the 60D an APS-C sensor (sorry, I don't know). You basically need a wide angle lens, which on an APS-C would be around 12-24mm, and a telephoto lens of around 50-140mm (APS-C). Then just a polariser and a very lightweight tripod.

[@hclarke116]

Hi again Andy. The Canon 60D has a 18 MP APS-C CMOS-sensor. Does that change things? Cheers Hamish

[@lemongraz7295]

Hi Andy! I do really like your photography and videos! Great Job! Can you tell me how you sharpen the images? What setting do you use inside the lightroom details panel? (amount, radius, detail)? Thank you very much!!

[@AndyMumford]

Hi, thanks for the comment. I actually do no sharpening in LR and have the settings set to 0. I do all my sharpening in PS when I resize my image using the Tony Kuyper action panel.

[@lemongraz7295]

Thank you for your quick answer!

[@chrisambler9917]

Hi Andy. Many thanks for this. Can you tell me how I can get a location gps data transferred to each photo. I have a Fuji XT30 and I fear I have bought the wrong camera as I’m not sure if does it. Thanks.

[@AndyMumford]

Hi Chris, thanks for the comment. Unfortunately I don't do gps tagging and so I'm not sure how it works or whether the XT30 has the functionality. Sorry

[@SamBugas]

How do you get away with high quality output in lightroom importing Fuji Files? I use capture one for all my editing, but I want to use light room for panos and blending (working between lightroom and photoshop).

[@AndyMumford]

I use both C1 and LR (depends on the image) and don't really have a problem with LR (although it has to be said, I'm no pixel peeper). I just have all sharpening set to 0 and only sharpen the output file (for web or print)

[@SamBugas]

@@AndyMumford I see, that makes a lot of sense. I've taken up the habit of pixel peeping, but I'm constantly reminded its a habit worth kicking. Your work is never lacking in sharpness, so clearly you're not held back by software. I'll have to try reducing the sharpness to 0. Thanks Andy, your work with Fuji is always motivating.

[@Rwecosher]

What a find. X-T3 on order...

[@justinnemeth8931]

Good stuff! Is capture 1 still the best way to go for Fuji? Or has LR fixed the issues people were having?

[@icopal]

Hi I am using Capture One pro since version 8. For fujifilm First year of using it I was going back and forth with LR 5/6 but after investing time, and watch Phase one webinars and the new features of Pro12 I am loving it and do my whole workflow in it. The only thing I miss from LR is the Panoramas but I don’t need it often. I found C1 so much better not only for image quality but also for working with sessions. Customizing several workspaces (cull, edit, double screen). The finesse of adjustments.

[@AndyMumford]

Hi Justin, thanks for the comment, glad you liked the video. I would say C1 certainly gives you the best raw conversion for Fuji...there’s just more details there and no smearing (although I only find I get smearing in LR if I apply sharpening).

[@johndickinson8848]

Andy, what L bracket do you use ? Great video, thanks !

[@reeciep]

Nice video. If you mainly use Lightroom as the starting editor do you have any issues with the infamous "wormy artifacts" with Fuji raw files?

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment. I don’t have a problem with artifacts as I don’t sharpen at all in LR.

[@myeddirk]

Really enjoyed all your works here, BTW how can I inport a fuji DNG file which created by LR and need to be edit in C1? I've using LR to make 5 expose bracket images into a HDR dng file, but my C1 seems can not find this DNG file in the inporting window,. Do you have any idea what happens?

[@AndyMumford]

Interesting, I can't seem to make it work either. I don't think C1 recognises Adobe DNGs (although it's fine with Fuji DNGs created in camera). You might have to convert them to TIFF

[@jtana_omg]

Hi. Why dont you use luminosity mask feature of Lr? Its a powerful tool. Great video BTW.

[@northernninjafoto3230]

Have you tried Luminar Andy?

[@AndyMumford]

I have, but I'm a little impatient with learning new software, and with LR, PS and C1 I'm happy enough with the results that I don't feel that urge or necessity to spend time getting to know it better.

[@williamstatt8651]

Just wondering why you didn't level the camera before shooting. Looks like it was dropping from left to right. Also it looks like you were using a circular polarizing filter. Doesn't that change the exposure as you change the angle to the light source?

[@AndyMumford]

Hi William. The camera is actually level, but because I’m not using a pano head the base of the head was a little off level, so when the camera swung around it moved off level a little. It’s usual with my panos and why I always compose to fit more in than I need. The CPL would be a bad idea if I was shooting a wider range of the...for example 90 degrees or more and shooting with a relatively wide focal length, but because I’m shooting a small part of the scene with a tele photo the actual angle of the lens to the sun changed so little as to not really be noticeable.

[@kasunmadhushanka6176]

Nice video fuji x-t20 with 18-55 or x-t30 with 15-45 or x-t2 with 15-45 better?this is my first 📸

[@t_tsering]

why don't you use the panorama function on XT-3?

[@AndyMumford]

Because it only shoots panoramas in JPEG and also you can only choose 2 angles (120º or 180º). It's OK for a quick pano to post on Facebook, but doesn't really have any quality.

[@thomaszilch]

Andy, thanks for the great video! One Question: Is it a Nisi-Polarizer you are using while taking the panorama?

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for watching. Yes, that is a NiSi polarizer...although this was the last trip I used it as I ve switched completely to screw in circular filters now (I no longer use grads so don’t need square filters)

[@thomaszilch]

Andy, you write that you're not using grads anymore. I find that interesting, because as a Fuji user I don't want to switch to the big 150 filters. But with the new XF8-16/2.8 I'd be forced to. That's why I'm looking for other solutions. Instead, do you do bracketing where you used to use a grad?

[@AndyMumford]

Thomas Zilch yes, I just bracket shots now and merge them either autipomatically in LR or manually in PS. I still use regular NDs for long exposures though, and it’s impossible to use them with the 8-16 with it using the big 150mm filters

[@thomaszilch]

@@AndyMumford Thanks a lot for your replies!

[@klaus.bernhard]

Great Resultat, Great Video. Thank you. As an C1 User i ‚l be with you 😉 The only think is, as you Said, the ließ of doing Panorama sechs 😥 All the best Klaus

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you found the video useful

[@_o__o_]

pleas do vido bout montan. thank