Maddy McCall
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Sat Sep-13-03 01:17 PM
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I want to take a photo of the beautiful hummingbirds that are visiting my feeder right outside my window. Can you suggest settings to catch the birds hovering at the feeder?
I am a camera novice with a Canon G2 and usually just set it on auto for whatever. But I could probably do better with advice on settings, and that's where you come in.
Help, Pleeeezzz! Thanks!
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Sat Sep-13-03 01:20 PM
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You want your shutter speed very fast, I'd suggest something like 500 or even 1000 if your camera has that. For your f-stop (aperture and light) I'd suggest a 5.6.
Hope that helps! :)
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Sat Sep-13-03 01:39 PM
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I will post a photo when I take it.
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Sat Sep-13-03 01:44 PM
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see if there's a mode setting that keeps it in 'Program' but in favor of a fast shutter speed (there's one on my Nikon, anyway). If you're set up on a tripod, with a long focal-length lens, you could also go for a slower shutter speed to blur the wings.
Otherwise, I agree - go for as fast a shutter speed as your lens, film, and available light (or flash) will allow and check exposure via the integrated light meter.
Isn't the G2 a digital camera? If so, forget that I mentioned film. I imagine that the rest applies, though. Digital cameras have lower light capability, so your chances with digital would be better (regarding not prematurely maxing out exposure).
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