Why Program Mode with Flash for Event Shooting is best for beginners
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One of the most common questions I get is about shooting events for the first time with a flash. This is not a simple answer as every camera system treats flash a little differently. The safe, shoot answer is P Mode with ETTL if you are unsure. Many camera systems (not all) will detect a flash in AV mode and turn it into a slow sync mode, which drags the shutter speed, even up to 1 second of longer in some cases. You do not want this in event photography. Some Canon cameras will let us set the shutter speed limits and in those cases, you would be ok. There are some other options such as shooting in manual with a locked in SS, and using ETTL.
I hope this clarifies your questions! Best wishes!
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I had totally Ignored the Programme mode until I saw your video , then tested and I'm Satisfied with the result I got , Thanks alot 🙂
Thank you for explaining how aperture priority mode looks with a Speedlight. I struggled so much for years because I didn't know this and I scrapped the flash for natural light because I was so frustrated.
Great video! I'll give it a try, as I always shoot in manual mode with TTL to control flash and background.
Thanks! You solved my questions!
Love it - Great video. Quick bottom line. Though I like all-manual camera AND flash shooting, just cannot all of those adjustments quickly enough for events. Your video is the real-life solution. just let all the technology help for those instant shots.
Exactly! While some might make fun of it, P was designed for hand held flash shooting
@@MMaven Michael, why would some make fun of it? I'm new to flash photography, so I'm a sponge for info at this time! Thank you.
Thank you!
I use a manual speedlight and it's really challenging!
Yazeed Saber practice! The worst thing new photographers do is to try to use gear in a real situation without practicing practicing practicing. You don’t get better playing violin by stepping onto a stage, you practice first. Take pictures of you dog cat or bird in bright light in shadows etc.
Hi Mike. Really enjoy your videos. Have moved up to the Canon R6 and a Godox V1flash. Got a couple of candid shoots coming up with people moving around - elementary age kids at their school (fast moving) and 50th hs reunion (not so fast moving). Do you recommend Program Mode with TTL over Manual? Anything you got that will help me out? Thanks.
Thanks, i shot a wedding in av mode with flash. lots of photos came out grainy, i presume the camera was whacking up the iso? So in p mode what is is best? auto iso or set it at say 800 upwards in low light?
Great tips, thanks. What about the ISO? Fixed at 100 or in Auto mode? Thanks again.
auto iso mode!
when i started photography i followed advices from 'pro', and set my camera to the lowest iso possible and struggled getting good images because i had to increase the exposure time and get blurry images... one day i realized that image noise is better than blurry image, so i switch to T/S mode 1/200, auto iso and i start getting much better pictures.
For events, you can set the ISO according to the lighting. Like 1600 or 3200 and shoot in Program Mode, i.e, auto aperture and auto shutter.. just make sure that you're getting the shutter speed above 1/60 as mentioned in the video by bumping your ISO from 1600 to 3200 if the former is pushing the shutter lower.
The one caveat that ought to be mentioned is using P mode and auto flash but normally adding a little plus exposure compensation as needed -- usually the results tend to lean underexposed otherwise
I'm an Olympus user and P mode with flash is terrible. Always gets blurry shots because the shutter speed goes so low for some reason. I've found you can get better results in Shutter priority, just stick between 100 or higher.
Great video ... short and to the point. I always tend to use the P mode (which I've had great success) with fill in flash (to clean up the shadows). In your video, you mention using the P Mode with ETTL flash. Within in the video, you mention auto ISO (which I just started using)> So ... for event photography indoors or outdoors, would you recommend using the P Mode with ETTL flash ... and ... auto ISO ???
Do that work on the z6 nikon
Can i use my flash on manual mode ?
Have you or would you consider making a training video with the Godox Speed lights and the Xpro Remote Trigger?
I include a free godox speed light course on each on my crash courses! But yes I could consider making a lesson on how to use these separately
@@MMaven Thanks for the quick reply, very much appreciate it. As you consider it, could you also consider representing camera's from FujiFilm as well as Canon and Nikon? seems in most circumstances FujiFilm camera's aren't formally discussed. Again, thanks in advance for your consideration.
@@vacutube Yes I already have courses on the Xt2, Xt3, and XT30. Best wishes! M
doesn't flash freeze the motion? I think it does even if a shutter speed is relatively slow (e.g. 1/30-1/60). We won't kill ambient light then.
Depends on the amount of ambient light available
Hello, I am a beginner photographer. What type of flash should I buy? I am a Canon user.
Daroath Ouk buy a used canon flash.
Thanks, but I see there are some models. Which to buy?
@@daroathouk6065 580ex ii is a great unit with great reviews
The Godox TT350 is a decent model and does not break the bank or your back. It’s not the most powerful flash, but it’s small. Make sure to get the model made for Canon. There are plenty of reviews on TH-cam. You get a very full feature flash for the price.
Ken Rockwell likes this video. :)
In my opinion, and from my personal experience the Tv mode + auto ISO is the best to start with because the motion blur is the ugliest side effect, so the priority #1 is avoid it by setting the right shutter speed. Once this is understood and mastered, go to Manual mode + auto IsO.
ps: auto iso is the greatest feature of the digital camera era.
also, i didn't watch the video, so my comment might be irrelevant ;)
Your comment is bang on for the situations where the light is changing constantly.
I'm a hobbiest shooter but I need some lighting any suggestion for beginners? I am using Sony a7lll with Tamron 28-75
James Taylor a single speed light. Learn how to use it and absolutely do not go buying multiple lights or strobes until you’ve mastered the speed light.
I have that same setup, I use the godox V860II-S with the Xpro-S for off camera flash
You must shoot with Canon
Never used P mode, I'd rather stick pins in my eyes. For event photography where light changes constantly nothing beats manual camera mode combined with TTL flash. Get your ambient exposure right first then let TTL sort out the flash. Use flash compensation to dial up or down the power output, it couldn't be easier in my opinion. 😉
but why? you put it in P and forget about it, why even deal with manual at all?
No matter how much I learn about flash photography I remain totally ignorant. I guess I’m just an idiot 🤪
If it makes you feel ANY better...you are NOT alone!
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