| Moderated by: chrisbet, | Page: 1 2 3 4   |
|
|||||||
| Is it possible to do this ? - Page 1 | |
| Toggle between two EV compensation values by button press. | Rating: 
|
| Author | Post |
|---|
| Posted: Wed Feb 5th, 2014 10:54 |
|
1st Post |
jk
|
Is it possible to do this ? OK I work with two basic EV compensation modes when shooting birds. I need to have +1.7EV for shooting flying birds so I get good detail in the underwing areas. This is essentially against the light shooting. I need to have -0.3EV for shooting birds in/on bushes. This is a normal shooting compensation that I would use Yes I could work with two cameras set differently but then I need to duplicate the lenses used. I guess what I really want is a custom button that switches between the two EV values. I know there is a bracketing option but I dont want this, I want a button I press that toggles between the two values. 1. Does anyone know a camera that offers this option ? 2. Is it possible on a Nikon ? 3. Other solutions other than to change the EV manually which is just a complete PITA.
____________________ Still learning after all these years! https://nikondslr.uk/gallery_view.php?user=2&folderid=none |
||||||||
|
| |||||||||
| Posted: Wed Feb 5th, 2014 13:07 |
|
2nd Post |
Eric
|
jk wrote:Is it possible to do this ? Mental block....can't you use custom settings on Nikon for this? OR Shoot raw at +0.7 for everything and batch adjust up or down 1stop using a CS action. 
____________________ Eric |
||||||||
|
| |||||||||
| Posted: Wed Feb 5th, 2014 14:29 |
|
3rd Post |
amazing50
|
On the D600 this doesn't seem possible, another firmware goof. You might try "easy exposure compensation" Page 225 of the manual which allows the EV to be set with the command dial alone. Caution is advised as you lose other functions. Also Active D-Lighting can be set to increase the shadow areas and pull down highlights automatically, might take some experimenting.
____________________ There is nothing worse than a sharp image of a fuzzy concept ;~) Mike Grace |
||||||||
|
| |||||||||
| Posted: Wed Feb 5th, 2014 16:22 |
|
4th Post |
jk
|
Eric i want to expose all images correctly. If I had a button that allowed me to switch between two distinctly separate EV settings then I would be happy. I would only expect this feature to be present on top end professional cameras but it is not difficult to implement in all.
____________________ Still learning after all these years! https://nikondslr.uk/gallery_view.php?user=2&folderid=none |
||||||||
|
| |||||||||
| Posted: Wed Feb 5th, 2014 16:23 |
|
5th Post |
jk
|
amazing50 wrote:On the D600 this doesn't seem possible, another firmware goof. I havent noticed that. Thanks I will look at the manual to see if it does what I need.
____________________ Still learning after all these years! https://nikondslr.uk/gallery_view.php?user=2&folderid=none |
||||||||
|
| |||||||||
| Posted: Wed Feb 5th, 2014 17:05 |
|
6th Post |
jk
|
Had a look at the manual, no that doesnt provide what I want/need. I dont think the feature is there. Seems like I need to put in a Firmware enhancement request.
____________________ Still learning after all these years! https://nikondslr.uk/gallery_view.php?user=2&folderid=none |
||||||||
|
| |||||||||
| Posted: Wed Feb 5th, 2014 17:33 |
|
7th Post |
Eric
|
jk wrote:Eric i want to expose all images correctly. Spot metering on fn button?
____________________ Eric |
||||||||
|
| |||||||||
| Posted: Wed Feb 5th, 2014 21:47 |
|
8th Post |
TomOC
|
How about setting EV to 1/3 stops and then just shoot knowing you must click down 3 clicks or up 3 clicks for next shot? lYou could do this with Fuji custom settings and use the Q button to switch but this really isn't better than just clicking the EV comp button 3 times (which you don't have to look at screen to do)
____________________ Tom O'Connell -Lots of people talk to animals.... Not very many listen, though.... That's the problem. Benjamin Hoff, The Tao of Pooh |
||||||||
|
| |||||||||
| Posted: Thu Feb 6th, 2014 03:35 |
|
9th Post |
jk
|
That would work but when you are shooting birds then you only have a very short time to react. I need a one button push to be able to switch between EV settings. To change the EV compensation on the Nikon you need to hold down the EV and turn the dial. Takes too long.
____________________ Still learning after all these years! https://nikondslr.uk/gallery_view.php?user=2&folderid=none |
||||||||
|
| |||||||||
| Posted: Thu Feb 6th, 2014 05:22 |
|
10th Post |
Eric
|
jk wrote: That would work but when you are shooting birds then you only have a very short time to react. I need a one button push to be able to switch between EV settings. With current firmware options, the only suggestiond I can offer is (as previously mentioned) exposure adjustment on raw converter or bracketing and ditching 2 shots. If the bracketing function was capable of a 2EV range it would waste just 1 shot...but at moment (on my D3 at least) its a max on 1EV. I have often wondered why the bracketing ON/OFF wasnt a firmware based operation that could be put on the Customs setting. So for example.... the Fn buttom might be assigned to Bracketing on and off ...rather than just Bracketing Burst. The way it is at the moment where you have to physically switch bracketing on and off witht he range settings is too slow....and leads to you forgetting bracketing has been left on!!!!
____________________ Eric |
||||||||
|
| |||||||||
| This is topic ID = 852 Current time is 11:52 | Page: 1 2 3 4 | |
| Nikon DSLR Forums > Camera and Lens Forums > Cameras > Is it possible to do this ? | Top | |
Users viewing this topic |
||
Current theme is Modern editor
| A small amount of member data is captured and held in an attempt to reduce spammers and to manage users. This site also uses cookies to ensure ease of use. In order to comply with new DPR regulations you are required to agree/disagree with this process. If you do not agree then please email the Admins using info@nikondslr.uk Thank you. |
Hosted by Octarine Services
UltraBB 1.173 Copyright © 2008-2025 Data 1 Systems
Page processed in 0.0618 seconds (66% database + 34% PHP). 85 queries executed.
UltraBB 1.173 Copyright © 2008-2025 Data 1 Systems
Page processed in 0.0618 seconds (66% database + 34% PHP). 85 queries executed.