very important video Steven; you'd think that every DSLR owner would be aware of the Live View feature and it's importance when it comes to judging the composition (with both eyes) and for critical focusing...but strangely somehow, that is not the case. I've used the Live View + Loupe combo for years and it is amazing, but not the best. What blows this combination out of the water is a mirrorless camera with focus peaking option turned on. This has been the most dramatic discovery for me once I moved from Canon to Fujifilm GFX. Focusing in Live View on the GFX with focus peaking turned on takes literally one second. No zooming is needed. Turn the focus ring and once u see red (or white or yellow) fringes along the edges of shapes, your focus is 100% spot on. This works so spectacularly well, I can't even begin to explain. Going back to Canon and its Live View...seems incredibly archaic and painful. It's amazing how fast we embrace better things and look at our previous habits and tech with near disdain. Anyway - hope you're keeping busy and healthy. You look very good - makes me happy! Have a great one my friend.
Thank you very much for weighing in on this subject, Beno. You're absolutely correct about the significant focusing advantages of a mirrorless camera. And, relatively soon, DSLRs will no doubt be completely replaced by them. My intention here, of course, was to address the (apparently undiscovered) Live View function for those still using DSLRs, such as most of my students, and, I imagine, still a significant number of photographers in our community.
Live view is perfect, especially in low light or full dark photography. Some cameras struggle a bit with autofocus and after a few times of getting back to the computer and realizing I had to go back to the client to re-schedule a shot, I began using live view to punch in and manually focus to ensure critical focus (no guess-work). As good as even my mirrorless cameras are today, I still use manual focus and zoom in, in live view to verify critical focus.
Thanks for the note, Tim. As soon as I realized how invaluable it was, I began using it on every shot. The only downside is the increased battery usage.
Great video Steven. May I add I’ve found mirrorless cameras expand on being able to focus so accurately and quickly that it makes the process of SLR cameras seem slow. The ability to use focus peaking in mirrorless systems means it’s as if the manual shift lenses become auto focus. Move the focus square to where you want sharp, then move the focus ring on lens until the arrow goes green (or whatever colour you’ve set it) and focus is obtained. It’s a real game changer in terms of being able to focus quickly and accurately. There is also the ability to turn on “zebra lines” that will filter show you where focus is. I was cynical at first of this new tool, but I’ve certainly say I come away with sharp photos all of the time. Couple this with new Canon mirrorless providing in body stabilisation meaning near perfect stable viewing means handholding becomes a reality (for creative/artist endeavours anyway). Enjoyed your podcast interview btw, very insightful and informative.
Thank you for your note. I'm certain that mirrorless cameras will eventually take over completely. Colleagues of mine using these cameras also rave about their focus accuracy.
I just went back to using a 6D. Not ideal on a tripod unless it is level with my eyes- but that is usually too high, especially for interiors. Anyway, this lower spec full frame camera from over 10 years ago has a magnify button right next to the lcd. So convenient! And necessary when you don’t have focus peaking. I almost always use manual focus on a tripod. Makes it easier to keep focus locked in as you wait for the right moment.
Thank you so much for this! I work in a museum where I'm required to do installation shots. I was using the cameras level. I got some very good shots but now I understand the perspective of starting lower. I'm going to apply these tips this week. What brand is the hoodloup? Are they universal?
When you photography museum installations, take care to try to separate the individual pieces of art from each other. In other words be careful when items overlap.
@@stevenbrookephotography installation shots are for showing the artist the set up and for documenting the layout for future reference. I do however go back and photograph each peach. The collectons dept really does that though for ins purposed. I just do it just in case lol
in live view you can use the electronic shutter/scanner for an exposure... But, i am finding problems with goofy artifacts and glowing when there are lights in the photo... Many lights these days pulse... Going back to the mechanical shutter gets me sharper highlights... opinion? ( Plus i read now that my 24, 45, 35mm tilt lens aren't supposed to work with the electronic shutter... news to me.)
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very important video Steven; you'd think that every DSLR owner would be aware of the Live View feature and it's importance when it comes to judging the composition (with both eyes) and for critical focusing...but strangely somehow, that is not the case. I've used the Live View + Loupe combo for years and it is amazing, but not the best. What blows this combination out of the water is a mirrorless camera with focus peaking option turned on. This has been the most dramatic discovery for me once I moved from Canon to Fujifilm GFX. Focusing in Live View on the GFX with focus peaking turned on takes literally one second. No zooming is needed. Turn the focus ring and once u see red (or white or yellow) fringes along the edges of shapes, your focus is 100% spot on. This works so spectacularly well, I can't even begin to explain. Going back to Canon and its Live View...seems incredibly archaic and painful. It's amazing how fast we embrace better things and look at our previous habits and tech with near disdain. Anyway - hope you're keeping busy and healthy. You look very good - makes me happy! Have a great one my friend.
Thank you very much for weighing in on this subject, Beno. You're absolutely correct about the significant focusing advantages of a mirrorless camera. And, relatively soon, DSLRs will no doubt be completely replaced by them. My intention here, of course, was to address the (apparently undiscovered) Live View function for those still using DSLRs, such as most of my students, and, I imagine, still a significant number of photographers in our community.
I haven’t tried this method but I will definitely try this method on my next shoot. Thank you for another informative post.
You will love it.
Live view is perfect, especially in low light or full dark photography. Some cameras struggle a bit with autofocus and after a few times of getting back to the computer and realizing I had to go back to the client to re-schedule a shot, I began using live view to punch in and manually focus to ensure critical focus (no guess-work). As good as even my mirrorless cameras are today, I still use manual focus and zoom in, in live view to verify critical focus.
Thanks for the note, Tim. As soon as I realized how invaluable it was, I began using it on every shot. The only downside is the increased battery usage.
Great video Steven. May I add I’ve found mirrorless cameras expand on being able to focus so accurately and quickly that it makes the process of SLR cameras seem slow. The ability to use focus peaking in mirrorless systems means it’s as if the manual shift lenses become auto focus. Move the focus square to where you want sharp, then move the focus ring on lens until the arrow goes green (or whatever colour you’ve set it) and focus is obtained. It’s a real game changer in terms of being able to focus quickly and accurately. There is also the ability to turn on “zebra lines” that will filter show you where focus is. I was cynical at first of this new tool, but I’ve certainly say I come away with sharp photos all of the time. Couple this with new Canon mirrorless providing in body stabilisation meaning near perfect stable viewing means handholding becomes a reality (for creative/artist endeavours anyway). Enjoyed your podcast interview btw, very insightful and informative.
Thank you for your note. I'm certain that mirrorless cameras will eventually take over completely. Colleagues of mine using these cameras also rave about their focus accuracy.
So true! Thanks a great reminder!
Thanks for watching, Michael.
I just went back to using a 6D. Not ideal on a tripod unless it is level with my eyes- but that is usually too high, especially for interiors. Anyway, this lower spec full frame camera from over 10 years ago has a magnify button right next to the lcd. So convenient! And necessary when you don’t have focus peaking. I almost always use manual focus on a tripod. Makes it easier to keep focus locked in as you wait for the right moment.
Thanks for your note, Kevin. For any critical focusing, but especially for interiors, I have always advocated using manual focus.
Thank you so much for this! I work in a museum where I'm required to do installation shots. I was using the cameras level. I got some very good shots but now I understand the perspective of starting lower. I'm going to apply these tips this week. What brand is the hoodloup? Are they universal?
The loupe I use is made my HOODMAN. Very nice optics. Easy to use even in bright sunlight.
When you photography museum installations, take care to try to separate the individual pieces of art from each other. In other words be careful when items overlap.
@@stevenbrookephotography installation shots are for showing the artist the set up and for documenting the layout for future reference. I do however go back and photograph each peach. The collectons dept really does that though for ins purposed. I just do it just in case lol
in live view you can use the electronic shutter/scanner for an exposure... But, i am finding problems with goofy artifacts and glowing when there are lights in the photo... Many lights these days pulse... Going back to the mechanical shutter gets me sharper highlights... opinion? ( Plus i read now that my 24, 45, 35mm tilt lens aren't supposed to work with the electronic shutter... news to me.)