Sharp Images - Top 5 Tips

[@tomlee812]

What I like about you, Mike, is that you talk to us in normal language, in words that we can understand and you are not over technical. Your tips are easy to follow and are really practical. Thanks for taking all the time you do to put these together for us.

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Tom. Please share the vids around, it helps me make more of them.. MIKE :-)

[@staticfpv881]

The crop sensor may need a faster shutter speed than just the same as your focal length .The best tip I got from this video great video !

[@abp3234]

Nice vid Mike thanks. All to often people think lack of sharpness is down to the lens or camera and forget the basics of technique.

[@Ranblv]

Tip 6: use the environment. the wooden stand behind you can serve as a temporary tripod replacement in a pinch. So can tables on the beach or flower stands.

[@dieselc68]

making videos is so difficult and time consuming. never get bored watching you Mike. thanks for taking the time to make and edit your videos. and of course, making them informative and entertaining.

[@MikeBrowne]

Thank you for that dieselc68 not many people apprieciate how much work this kind of video is. In office screen recording is easy, but these are different story... Please share them around - it'll help me make more. - MIKE

[@creatormark-YT]

If everyone that bought a camera watched this video, the world would be filled with less blurry pictures! It's the basics, but a brilliantly concise and fun video, as usual! Keep up the good stuff.

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Mark - MIKE :-)

[@websitesthatneedanem]

Back to your older style great videos Mike, cheers!

[@mrquick1937]

Your style is like no other! Love every minute. There are those that say you shouldn't breathe on your lenses. No biggie! Keep up your great videos!

[@MikeBrowne]

thank you MrQuick ! - Melissa pp Mike

[@gfody7593]

Thanks again Mike I love your videos and have learned so much from all of them. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Please come to Florida and do a seminar!

[@MikeBrowne]

My pleasure G Fody. You too - and I'd LOVE to come to Florida. Maybe one day.... MIKE

[@basiljoe7302]

Love your style of teaching and your choice of location for your videos... very refreshing; so different from videos shot at a desk inside a room or studio. Good job Mike.

[@MikeBrowne]

Thank you Basil Joe. Please help me make more videos like this by clicking the like button and sharing them with other photographers on forums, Facebook etc. - MIKE :-)

[@alb41ful]

Mike your videos are very helpful and speak to real life settings! You are unique which makes these tutorials even better! Thank you and continued success!

[@waynebritton5596]

Thanks again Mike for your good practical tips. I also love the inclusion of the outtakes.

[@analogshooter]

Nice to see the good old "Mike Browne style" videos again. Always educating - it's the simpel things that makes the difference. You explain it in an entertaining and educating way. A lot of people (my self included) thinks too much about the gear, a little more about the gear and even more about new and exciting gear. In most situations you allready have the gear that can make great pictures.

[@MikeBrowne]

thank you for the kind words Henrik! -Melissa pp Mike

[@MikeBrowne]

Hi Henrick. I hear you are (or have been) visiting Robin and Pat in Cornwall. Have a great 2017 and look after yourself... MIKE :-)

[@analogshooter]

Sorry, i don't know Robin and Pat :-) But a great 2017 to Melissa, Robin, Pat and you :-)

[@MikeBrowne]

Ah, sorry. I must have confused you with another Henrik who's been on some of my workshops... Happy New Year to you none the less... MIKE

[@jonathanvowles1762]

As always, a good dollop of common sense (and cake) from Mike. I really look forward to these instructional videos, (more so than the Click a snap and printing ones). Keep 'em coming Mike! thanks

[@bitcoinhasvalue3524]

Entertaining and informative video, thanks Mike. Nice one. One thing I've discovered though, and confirmed through taking lots of test shots, is that if I stop down to smaller than F8 then the foreground starts to get more blurry, I believe due to the effects of diffraction. So if I'm taking a landscape shot and want maximum front to back sharpness, I find that the best result is to shoot at F8 and make sure I'm focusing at a point about a third of the way back. If I can't get sufficient depth of field at F8 to include a very close foreground subject then I'll take a couple of shots focused at different points (one at the foreground subject and one a third of the way back) and focus stack the images at the PC. F16 will give me greater depth of field but a less sharp image due to diffraction.

[@tectorama]

(Alan).... Having just watched this video again, and with a year's more experience, I would add the following. A lot of people are frightened to use a narrow aperture in low light conditions, as this would mean pumping up the ISO, and they are worried about getting grain introduced. I regularly take photos at hockey games. As this is played outdoors, in often iffy light conditions sometimes finishing under floodlights, my ISO is usually set to at least 1600 or higher. I've not had a problem with grain unless I go for a really big crop. For the games I need to use a zoom lens, and my lens of choice is an 18-400 zoom usually set to around 300mm. Using a shutter speed of not less that 1/300 sec, as the girls move pretty quickly. Just to add, for photographing hockey, a tripod isn't an option

[@malachiviloria9145]

This very helpful. Mr. Browne I have been watching your video's even before I had a camera to take picturws with ( only half true I had a "camera" but it was my phone camera ) it worked but I was craving more, so I went out out got myself a Dslr body and a lens and I went out taking pictures. It is not the most expensive but it does its the job. the way you explain the basics in your video's have really helped me to understand the 3 basic products of a photo. I'm only 16 but I love taking pictures. I am fairly inexperienced so my photos are not great. But I simply cannot resist taking them. Been watching your video's over a year and I still find new things to learn in every video. Thank you so much for your video's and putting in the time make them!

[@MikeBrowne]

Thank you so much Malachi Viloria. It's not the camera (or phone) that takes the photo it's you. And from your comments - 'not the most expensive but it does its the job' - 'simply cannot resist' and 'I still find new things to learn' - I think you're going to do great... MIKE

[@malachiviloria9145]

Mike Browne, thank you so much! I really enjoy your video's a lot. Incredibly helpful!

[@annejohnson8077]

Thanks Mike, great video as usual. I always enjoy them , Merry Christmas from here in Canada.

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks anne. Happy Christmas to you and everyone in Canada - MIKE :-)

[@buddywheels]

Mike, great style & delivery = great "watchability". Well done...love the bloopers by the way!

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks - MIKE :-)

[@brothercain]

always a joy watching your vids Mike! they helped me out a lot ( backpacked Scotland last month)! Cheers!

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Andrei. Hope you had a great trip - MIKE :-)

[@aviation_leo]

Nice video. Please let me know what type of metering we choose for air plane spotting. Also explain type of auto focus select while spotting. Thanks.

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Aviation Enthusiastic. There isn't a right or wrong metering mode or auto focus setting for aviation in general. There's only the metering mode or AF setting that's right for each individual shot. So you have to constantly swap between them to see which works best and experiment as you shoot. My Go-To metering mode is always evaluative. Then I adjust exposure according to light or dark areas of sky as i shoot. If in Aperture mode you don't need to swap about much because you can dial in a compensation EV and the camera will pretty much take care of it for you. My preferred AF mode is single point. But again it depends on how close you are to aircraft, how fast it's traveling, if it's going across you or towards / away from you... Hope this helps - MIKE :-)

[@billbritt8833]

Love the way you keep it simple.

[@LuisDelgado-xi2yf]

Thank you Mike for your help. Great tutorials.

[@jirkar3570]

Great videos and great info. I cannot find much info about how to shoot with my mirrorless Olympus with very cropped sensor. Any suggestions? How about doing a video?

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Jirka. Sorry i don't have an Olympus so a video on that is unlikely - MIKE :-(

[@loucoffee]

Thank you Mike for the tips straight to the point and simple!!!!

[@paulhutchins2699]

Great video Mike - I've enjoyed all I've watched. Always interesting and informative. Time to sign up for the 7 Steps I think. Thanks Mike

[@petermoeller5901]

The price will go up, I heard, be quick!

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Paul. As Peter said, price goes up to £117.77 on Wednesday so now's a good time... MIKE

[@MikeBrowne]

Indeed - thanks Peter. I expect you saw I made mistake in yesterday's newsletter.... It's £117.77 - not £177.77... MIKE

[@petermoeller5901]

Haha, yes Mike, saw the both emails. Actually, I will finally buy the 7 Building Blocks as a present for my wife... but I'll definitely go over the material myself.

[@top10pxphotography34]

You're a great example of what photography videos should be! Fantastic Mike. I was in Lymington last year and travelled around southern UK for photography! ;-)

[@MikeBrowne]

oh wow next time let us know, maybe we can get you to meet Mike :) - Melissa

[@top10pxphotography34]

We're not sure if we'll go back again this year, or head to another destination. We reside in Thailand so if you're ever heading this way let use know. ;-)

[@MikeBrowne]

will do, Mike do workshop in cambodia so that's a possibility :) and I reside in the Philippines :) - Melissa

[@michaelangeloh.5383]

I'm glad you point out that even stabbing your lens with something sharp won't cause all that much trouble. As well as the breath thing. While they have somewhat of a point in that your breath can carry acidic content and what not, it's not exactly going to wear down the lens or even some sort of coating all that seriously. - Perhaps a smoker's breath?... But even so, it's all nitpickery from people who are overly protective of equipment.

[@rorycampbell7360]

Thank you, Mike. Life, is that bit more easier now. Lovely stuff.

[@Madgeni]

Your videos are assertive and to the point. Great natural entertainer too. Thank you for sharing your vast experience with us! Regards, a new subscriber.

[@MikeBrowne]

Thank you Ben and welcome. If you'd be kind enough to share the vids around with other photographers I'd really appreciate it because it'll help me make more of them - MIKE :-)

[@iaingeoghan2548]

brilliant work with the video camera Christina!!

[@aiquelindo]

Great video Mike. Just one remark. If this has been mentioned before I apologize for the repetition. But @6:15 the shot taken with the tripod at F22 to increase depth of field shows a shutter speed of 120th sec. Is this a typo and you meant 1/20 instead? At 1/120 you could probably get away with hand holding, I am thinking you meant to demonstrate that you can get sharp pictures with a tripod at slow speeds such as 1/20. Cheers.

[@MikeBrowne]

I could have hand held Johnny but wanted to make sure the camera stayed in exactly the same place and the composition didn't change. It's very easy to move a bit then the shot would be slightly different... MIKE

[@tonybutler3502]

Great, I have been using LUMIX FZ200 and it has super sharp Image Quality, I do mostly landscape shots and wanted something to give better depth of colour etc, tried Oly EM10 body and Lumix "kit" 14-42mm but images are nothing like as sharp with the tiny sensor on the FZ200.... doing all the right things in your video including either tripod or monopod but what's going wrong with the Oly EM10 and Lumix glass please.... on tight budget so would appreciate any ideas

[@MikeBrowne]

I've never used either camera Tony so I'm sorry but I'm not the best person to ask. If anyone can help out please comment... I can only suggest you double check your autofocus settings, make sure lens and sensor are clean and have a look in the menus to see if it has sharpness settings. They don't usually need touching but could be worth a look and try changing them to see what happens... MIKE

[@cliffthomas3288]

Many thanks for the tip Mike will have a looksee at the sensor, would have expected an MFT to give better results than a 1/1.7 sensor camera but I'm not super techie ! Great videos learned a lot have a great 2017

[@MikeBrowne]

You too Cliff - MIKE

[@JessePedyfoot]

i really enjoy these videos. You gave me my building blocks for my photography. Thank you

[@MikeBrowne]

Thank you Jesse - Mike

[@SreelakshmiPrabhakar]

Nice video Mike. loved the tips and the oops section :-)

[@tectorama]

(Alan) I realize there are many pro's and con's on the subject of DSLRs and Mirrorless cameras Mike, having now watched your mirrorless video. I know a lot of professional photographers have moved away from DSLrs. If you were starting out again what would your choice be ?, purely for still photography. Personally, having invested in gear for my DSLR, that is what I am sticking with. I am not a follower of fashion, no matter how good the cameras may be.

[@MikeBrowne]

And neither should you be Alan. Go with what works for you. I use the Fuji when traveling because it's smaller so will fit in bag with all the video, sound equipment, hard drives, laptop etc. It's also great for KZbin videos because it's easier to film with than my Nikon. However for commissions and jobs when images may need more work or greater enlargement I use my full frame Nikons because the files are a bit more robust. Overall i find the DSLRs easier to work with because the small mirrorless is a bit fiddly for my 'pudgy' fingers... MIKE :-)

[@john4716]

Another great video Mike .And a great piece of cake . Loads more great tips to try I better leave the cake alone thou cheers Mike

[@SuperJudithh]

Hi Mike I did some sports images and some were blurred I am doing more soon and I want good images that are frozen I use nikon d7100 1/1000 sec f11 iso 100 on sp.

[@MikeBrowne]

Hi Judith. Without knowing a lot more about the circumstances of the individual situation of the shots and environments they are taken in, this is an impossible question to answer. It could be that 1/1000th sec still isn't fast enough or you are using the wrong auto focus mode for the situation. Please see my reply on the How To Be happy With Your Photos video... MIKE

[@michaelabrandon]

Hi Mike I am going to Iceland but can't afford guides etc...Thor is the one I want. can you make an e book about doing Iceland on your own cheaply? I know it's a big ask😀 buy your Iceland tours are all booked up for next year...and I can't wait several years as leaving UK asap thank you 😁

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Michaela. I'm sorry but it would take me about a week's work to write a mini ebook andcomplie the photos, maps and instructions so it's pretty unlikely. - MIKE

[@adelinoregio8702]

Great video as usual! Even the unsharped photos are interesting!

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks - MIKE

[@maheshmehta2017]

Hello Mr Mike which tripod u using it on this video ? Plz let us know thanks

[@MikeBrowne]

Sorry, I can't remember.. It's a manfrotto pod with manfrotto ball head. Go check some out in a store though because just because I like it doesn't mean you will... MIKE

[@davemccorquodale5148]

Always enjoy your Videos...so informative and entertaining! Thanks Mike!

[@MikeBrowne]

thank you for the kind words, please do share it too so we can make more! - Melissa pp Mike

[@kreygscott]

Quite useful tips For both beginners and even seasoned photographers. Thanks for sharing Mikey. :)

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks - no worries - MIKE :-)

[@MrBluesfly]

Great videos,personal i don't really need some infos but is always a big pleasure for me to view your videos with my coffee next to me,is like i am talking with a friend of mine who knows well the art of photography and with simple words and examples and not fancy gear explains everything to people who want to learn. I would love to myself make some videos but (as you see) my English language is not that good and in Greek i believe you wont understand a word by me. Mike you are a great guy,that location make me wanna be there,and that cake too!!

[@MikeBrowne]

Hey thanks MrBluesfly. Just have a go, make a few vids and do your best. If you're passionate and excited people will 'Get It'. - MIKE :-)

[@leedavis5958]

Nice one mike. Have a good Xmas and a new year.

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Lee - MIKE

[@liz6965]

Great video as always Mike. Can't wait for your next one. I hope you bought Christina a coffee and cake?! 🤗 Have a wonderful Christmas!

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Liz. Have a great one yourself. But buying Christina a Coffe n Cake? What kind of talk is that? - MIKE :-)

[@DavidWilliamsTR]

I use a slightly different process for my images, that I picked up on line. I use a Sony A77ii; usually with a Minolta 28-80 mm Macro, or a Sigma 18-250 mm lens. I usually shoot in Manual, with auto ISO, shutter speed 1/250 sec, and F13 aperture. I also have the sensor based anti shake operating. The rest of your tips were right on, especially about the cake on the lens. lol

[@HarmonicGrunt]

Merry Christmas Mike, Great tips☺

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Mr White, happy Christmas to you too... MIKE

[@katrinamay6473]

Watching your videos gives me a lot of knowledge in photography. Thank you!

[@MikeBrowne]

Thank you Kat Narvasa. Please help me make more by sharing them around with other photographers.. Best wishes.. MIKE

[@katrinamay6473]

Mike Browne yes will do that! Best wishes too ☺️

[@tonywilding9137]

Thanks again, but when did you start using Fuji cameras? Snap I bought a pre-loved X-E1 just this week. Next step buy a fuji lens! Actually using adaptors so linkage lost but some fine Canon and Pentax lenses to pick from. Stay sharp.

[@MikeBrowne]

About 2 years now Tony... Where you been hiding man? ..... Still shoot the D600 for most commercial work.. MIKE :-)

[@tonywilding9137]

Slowly catching up, most of the videos I've seen from you recently I think still feature the Nikon D300? Downtime due to extended hospital stay with GBS - bloody nasty. Shoot for hobby but your always inspiring.

[@raminhashemi1946]

Coolest and most comptent guy in the business! Thank you! Mike!

[@MikeBrowne]

Thank you Ramin - MIKE

[@michaelangeloh.5383]

With the tripod tip you could also have added using something else, such as that post right next to you. as a support... Also, some people can't check their shots because they might shoot on film. So they will have to use all the tips as they shoot to guarantee (or at least try to) getting sharp images.

[@ianmcdonald9885]

Hi Mike once again a great video thanks for posting these little wonders. I am looking at buying one of your courses but not sure which one, as I know the basics of shutter speed, depth of field ISO etc but do tend to forget to change something when I'm out with my camera. So torn between ultimate beginners course or the 7 building blocks.

[@MikeBrowne]

Hi Ian. Thank you. From what you just said I'd suggest you start at the beginning with UBC. It covers what you mentioned but also goes deeper into light, composition and more. There are also weekly exercises and worksheets too. It never hurts to have a refresher and it's only £69.99. Then we know you'll be up to speed for 7 Blocks. If you haven't looked at a free sample yet please check it out so you'll know for yourself. Link below... Best wishes... MIKE :-) www.photographycourses.biz/courses/ubc-free-sample

[@ianmcdonald9885]

Mike Browne Thanks for the quick reply. I'll take your advice and get the UBC. Thanks again Ian

[@anthonyhedger4301]

As usual brilliant Mike. Happy new year buddy

[@MikeBrowne]

Happy New Year Anthony Hedger from All of us :-)

[@ajaxrodriguez8956]

I enjoy watching your videos. I learn something and also get a laugh as well.

[@MikeBrowne]

Thank you Ajax, glad you gate a laugh along the way. Please help me make more free vids by ‘Liking’ them and sharing them with other photographers on forums, Facebook etc - MIKE

[@nicotreize5938]

Trop bien, j'adore. Explications simples et efficaces, c'est parfait. Merci

[@MikeBrowne]

Merci bien Nico... MIKE

[@davidrowan193]

Great video Mike

[@smarsh599]

I've just signed up for your premium masterclass Mike. Looking forward to it. Steve

[@MikeBrowne]

Great Steve - it would be worth you googling my Facebook group Photo Creative for additional challenges, you'll see the judging live here roughly once a month 🙂

[@BeautifulGrass]

Awesome and informative video, as always. Keep up the fantastic work 🙂

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Karen Joyce Yam - CHRISTINA

[@edwardslucas]

Yet another useful video, thanks

[@speterlewis]

It's probably already been mentioned, but it's worth repeating: turn on image stabilization when hand-holding, turn it off when using a tripod. Many a shot is thus saved from subtle ruin.

[@natserog]

michael...do you pretty much always auto focus if you have enough light?? I always seem to have soft images with my 50mm. I think my Fstop is too low.

[@petermoeller5901]

Aperture, you mean? Well, just take a few shots in aperture priority mode, select f8 or f11, check if those images are sharp.

[@natserog]

sounds good...ill try f8 or f11..... I have a Canon 50mm E lens goes down to 1.5. I bet i have it set to small. thanks!!

[@petermoeller5901]

***** I shoot Nikon, but generally the 50's have the reputation to be fairly sharp. At short distances, f1.5 or f1.8 would give you very shallow depth of field. You could do thing like shoot along a fence, or even ruler or measuring tape. Memorize where you focused (either by placing focus point, or manual focus) and then see where the focus is in the image. Some better cameras can do "focus tuning", you can search for that term here on KZbin: "Focus tuning Canon" All the other things in Mike's video are worthwhile looking at, too.

[@natserog]

thanks Peter!

[@petermoeller5901]

Well, yes, I use auto focus when I can. That's what we have auto focus for. I started photography back in the days of film, with manual focus, so I have used manual focus a lot. But in those days the viewfinders had split prisms, manual focus was easier than with today's cameras. I have a "lens baby" that is a 50mm equivalent and manual focus only. I find that a fair few shots miss focus. If your camera body and lens are functioning properly, in good light, without much movement of the camera or subject, you should have 99 or 100 images in sharp focus... whether the camera focuses where YOU want it to focus, that is another story. When I photograph portraits, I generally use single point auto focus. I move my focus point where I want it and also use back-button focus. For moving subjects (wildlife, sports), I use dynamic auto focus, either area mode, or 3D tracking area mode. Canon has similar modes, I understand.

[@tectorama]

(Alan) Another nice video Mike. Is there any particular reason you have gone Mirrorless, less weight maybe ?

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Alan. I did a vid series about mirrorless to see what they were (link below), Liked the XT-1 because the controls I use (iso, exp compensation, shutter and aperture) are all switches on the body. Abd as you said, it's small and convienient for travelling... MIKE www.photographycourses.biz/videos/reviews-and-help/reviews/Mirrorless-Cameras-Pt1

[@ChillWithMe_musics]

People always overrate little dust particles and fuzzes over the lenses, that's for sure. In one of Tony's video he totally obliterated the front element of the lens (dozens of deep scratches) and it still had basically no effect on the final image (while shooting into the sun). Regardless, I still like using my B+W filters, because they are extremely fingerprint and oil resistant, so I don't have to spend time polishing the lens. But most importantly, they save lot of time, because I don't have to use the lens caps.

[@MikeBrowne]

Ha ha - I saw that vid and loved it. Wish I'd thought to do that actually but hey - He beat me to it... MIKE

[@haydn6462]

Another tip is to look up your lenses "sweet" spots, which are the apertures where the camera is sharpest, a good aperture on almost any lens is F8, but let's say you happen to have an F1.8 lens, then maybe your "sweet spot" is more like F5.6

[@Foxman763]

Welcome back Mike. :)

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Blue Sky Haven't been anywhere though .... MIKE

[@maheshmehta2017]

Thanks Mr Mike for answers

[@JohnnyBurr]

Hi Mike, have you -not been doing videos. Iatley

[@MikeBrowne]

Hi Johnny. Yes, usually post every 2 weeks, though I did miss last week because I was away. If you don't get notifications, check your KZbin settings, or better still sign up to my newsletter and I'll tell you each time one goes live. Link below... .. MIKE www.photographycourses.biz/videos

[@witcheater]

Not telling; just asking. Should practice-practice-practice, and then more practice be part of that list? Seems that shooting once a month (or something like that) would make hand holding an iffy proposition for not having developed the muscle-memory. Addendum: And the muscle thing being able to keep up holds true for the gear, such as a tripod. Yes, glass is heavy at first, and so is a tripod, or a backpack with even more glass. But done often enough one gets stronger and use to it all.

[@MikeBrowne]

Good point Gerard. I think you know "practice-practice-practice" is my mantra and I should have said that in the vid... MIKE

[@jackieconnell7183]

Thank you Mike for the tips,Quite useful tips For beginners ,i guess number 6 should be dont eat cake when out shooting,nice area btw.

[@scarface1961]

Mike, I love watching your videos and am very happy for you on your business success. However, that success has increased the time between your videos and that is disappointing. Your vids are enjoyable to watch and are very educational even for those that have been in photography for years. Wish you would do more of them for those that unfortunately cannot afford to take one of your classes. I sure wish I could take one.

[@MikeBrowne]

Thank you American Eagle. The main problem is time. Each video takes an average of 15 hours work to create. I can do films where I just talk in front of the computer very quickly, but location vid like this are very time consuming. The edit for this vid alone took 7 hours - MIKE :-/

[@scarface1961]

I understand. Just saying I miss your vids. Thanks for all you have done in the past and what you will do in the future. Hope you make so much money that you can retire and only do frequent vids for all of us to enjoy. :-)

[@alainzc]

Thanks Mike, always ver y useful vids!!!

[@MikeBrowne]

Thank you Alain - MIKE :-)

[@PostColorGear]

if people don't want to carry around a traditional tripod, they could always get something like a gorilla pod for table top shots and things like that. I've done that myself.

[@MikeBrowne]

So long as it's sturdy enough to not vibrate with the cameras weight on it, gorillapods are great... MIKE

[@chinnychin3449]

haha... a cake and a cup of coffee and a nice weather you get a perfect exposure. Very clear and understanding, you are my best teacher. thnx

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks so much chinny chin. It was indeed a lovely day to photograph, Really pleased your finding our videos helpful. Please share any videos you find particularly helpful as it helps Mike make more - CHRISTINA :-)

[@saccaemail7887]

Mike, at night photography when the light is low, how to get sharp images?

[@MikeBrowne]

hi Sacca perhaps this will help www.photographycourses.biz/tips_for_photography_taking_flash_photos.html www.photographycourses.biz/videos/tips-and-features/techniques/Night-Photography-Magic-Hour - Melissa

[@smooth111012]

Very good video Mike

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks... MIKE

[@jjccllgg]

I saw you focus and then move the camera. Where did you focus ? On the depth of field talk.

[@MikeBrowne]

Hi Juan, Mike use this technic " pre focus" he will spicifically point the focus point where he wants the subject in the frame, he will half press the shutter to focus and then place the subject on that focus point. - Melissa pp Mike

[@Termidryna]

Thanks!

[@WiltshireMan]

Huffing good show Mike:)

[@supranomicon]

Brilliant!- thanks Mike

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks Neil - MIKE

[@noordstede6408]

I notice you have a new tripod instead of the old benro you had. Which one is it?

[@MikeBrowne]

Its a Manfrotto 190 go with a Manfrotto PRO-BHQ2 head. Still got the old Benbo which I use more with the Nikon because it's heavier than the fuji... MIKE :-)

[@chadco2010]

Very informative, where's the old aluminum tripod BTW?

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks. It's still going strong and in regular use... MIKE

[@PeterArnold1969]

Great tips as always, Mike. Just wondering, with all those people walking past in the background, did you end up with an audience behind the camera?

[@MikeBrowne]

Sometimes @Peter... MIKE

[@Vilebrequin69]

Thank you so much....entertaining and informative!

[@noordstede6408]

Mike are you sure huffing, spitting at and running your fingers over the front of the lens isn't going to be harmful in the long run? I'm thinking of fungus and mildew etc?

[@MikeBrowne]

Hi Noordstede, not at all. But if you want to make sure just have a lens cleaning spray handy - CHRISTINA :-)

[@yujinlandscapephotography.7787]

Love the tip. Mike..,

[@nelsonted1]

I see things that no one else would choose or even see then I get questioned on the muscle in my head but then get a grudging agreement people admit they like the photo. I would have pulled out my slingshot from my back pocket and used it to herd the swan across the water in front of the "no mooring" sign with the boats in the background. Then play with it on facebook. I love your videos by the way.

[@vimalneha]

Very practical advice.

[@razak8528]

“Up to the Nose, Smells like a Rose. Up to the Light, Clean and Bright”

[@chevyvantravel9735]

lol

[@PhantomRC1959]

Excellent video ... as always (y)

[@simmo303]

A piece of old Silk is good, I have a hanky bought > 50 years ago and never actually used as a handkerchief.

[@simmo303]

Just remembered that I also have some parachute silk from WW2 that was in my Mother's sewing basket.

[@devonbiker]

Great tips!

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks - MIKE :-)

[@theprecisedeveloper4304]

Goodness me Mike!!! You poking your lens with sticky fingers almost gave me a heart attack...LOL. But let me say this, if I may that I love your videos. They are full of some very practical information and the way you convey it is just brilliant. Thanks again.

[@MikeBrowne]

Thanks The Precise Developer, i was thinking the same thing when filming this haha - CHRISTINA :-)

[@stilllife-artandthephotogr3494]

6th tip - don't drink too much coffee with your cake? Thanks Mike.

[@Greg-fs8np]

Say Mike, how important do you think adjusting the aperture to minimize diffraction and improve sharpness is? Do you ever consider using hyperfocal distance when composing shots to help with sharpness and depth of field or is that all to cumbersome? photographylife.com/hyperfocal-distance-explained . Thanks for the great videos and clear explanations.

[@MikeBrowne]

Hey Gregory Medis - took a look at the page and oh my word.. Definitely way too cumbersome for me. Hyperfocal Distance is just a name, yes I use it all the time but not via equations and mathematical formulas. Not saying they don't work, I just can't be arsed to go though the pain of them. I just find the point of focus / aperture combination I need for a particular shot by shooting it, zoom into 100% in the back and check it. If it's good happy days, if it needs more / less I change it and do it again. Takes about 10 seconds. I think it would probably take me 2 weeks (and professional therapy sessions) to figure it using the Photography Life article method. Some folks need to know the maths because that's just the way they learn stuff and that's cool - I don't - MIKE :-)

[@TalesOfWar]

It's always hilarious seeing how people react to cameras in public.

[@michaelangeloh.5383]

10:04 That girl on the left isn't the owner of that camera...

[@vincencohan3626]

Nice camera, i bet u are using xt-2 now 😄 or not 😳✌🏻

[@beachbum4691]

(75) Mike, as you know I hit that bell long ago; so I get emails each time you do a new video, newbies please do it now lest you forget. My first thoughts. Pictures soft and soggy - far too many of my pictures are soft and soggy I am an expert on soft and soggy I do not need a tutorial on soft and soggy. (Meat=) Ensuring the lens is clean, even cleaning the lens ? isn't that a bit radical ? just teasing five really important points here. :) Best wishes as ever. :)

[@NelsonCondeLoboMartins]

Great Video!