I use the 'rifle-shooter's' technique. Breath in, then exhale very slowly and steadily and squeeze the shutter button very smoothly. This was taught to me by one of my friends who joined the army back in the 1970's. Imagine that you are shooting a rifle; stand with you left leg one step forward and turn your body into the shot. Brace your elbows against your body and hold the camera firmly against your face. And just like Mike, place your left hand (lightly) beneath the lens barrel. Job done! Train yourself to do this when you're taking a picture, and as Mike said; it will reduce camera shake. Thanks Mike. It's always good to watch your videos. Happy shooting everybody!
A blinding flash of the obvious, but not a blinding flash I would have grasped had you not put into words. Challengingly it is akin to being in the surf: in shallow water, you learn to stand sideways onto the waves; your legs triangulate you. Thank you. A colossal lesson in a very few words.. very best wishes - John - Perth - Western Australia....
Being an old photographer watching Mike Browne, I can truly say he is the best here on Utube, giving advise. I am often here to see if there is anything new, probably when I'm bored, and there are many giving reviews and I do not know what, placing themselves by a microphone and blabbing away. Learn from Mike, he is really teaching you the basics in a most enlightening way, by showing you and being honest. No brand names or anything like that. Just plain solid experience shared. Lovely and refreshing! I salute him for that. He must be a great help to many out there! Lovely assistant too!
An excellent teacher. A great trainer. Your explanation is very clear. Your demonstration illustrates and helps the viewers understand your explanation further and better. You make learning about photography easy and fun. Thank you, Mike. Thanks to Natasha and Janie for making this series as well. (Hope I spelled them correctly.)
@@MikeBrowne Hi. I got a question if the lens I'm using is a full frame 70-200 Nikon lens and I put it on crop sensor dslr which will make it 105-300 (since Nikon crop factor is 1.5x) does that mean the shutter speed can't be slower than 1/320 of a sec or does it depend on what focal length you are currently using at that time when you are taking the shot? Like if I'm using a 70-200 lens and at that time I'm taking the shot my focal length of using is just 70mm my shutter speed shouldn't be slower than 1/80 of a sec???
Thank you. IS does help by about 2 stops depending on how long you set the lens and how steady your hand is. So lets say you're on 300mm, the subject's not moving and have a very steady hand, IS might let you get as low as 1/75th sec. Below that it'll blur. Also higher the zoom range lenses aren't great image quality when zoomed to full stretch.
You are the best instructor in photography that I have seen on TH-cam (and I've watched many). Great instruction with very useful information clearly stated and entertaining without gimmicks. Thank you.
I was shooting some flowers the other day @ 200 mm on a 55-200 lens, getting some "fuzzy" shots. Didn't know about the shutter speed/focal length rule. Another great video...very informative. Thanks.
Again, thank you for clarifying the relationship between high shutter speeds and apertures. I have a kit lens 18-140mm that I like and I always get blurry photos when I'm zooming in beyond 85mm but I think I can change it and get better now. Time to bring out my kit lens again!
Thank you. If you want be precise than I guess it does. This is only a rough rule of thumb though because some people have a steadier hand than others and can get away with slower speed / length combos. A VR / IS lens will help take it down another stop, possibly two depending on length and steadiness of hand.
Hi Mike, I am a first year photography student, and I have to say that your videos are so simply explained and demonstrated that I am learning a HUGE amount from watching, and my fears are now turning into excitement once again. Thank you so much for posting your tips, they are very much appreciated. Sharing you on Facebook right now :)
VR / IS will let you go about 1 stop slower shutter speed. Crop factor will play a part as your lens gets longer and longer but this is a general guide to help. If you're shutter is a bit below the focal length then you know the's a danger of camera shake so you can take precautions like leaning against a tree, careful breathing or increasing ISO to get the shutter speed up a bit.
Hi Mike, Thank you very much for explaining this! I've been having this issue and couldn't figure out why? Some shots turned out sharper than others which really baffled me. It even varied from shoot to shoot. I didn't know the whole "length of lense to shutter speed" deal. It was a real "ahhhhaaa" moment for me. You're a very good teacher! You're patience in explaining issues and techniques is very inviting to the photographer! So glad you're here!
Ha - good question. No because in video you generally set a shutter speed of arondd 50th so the movement in the film is smooth to look at. You're not freezing motion in video - you're capturing it. To keep the shot steady as the lens is longer you'll have to use a nice sturdy tripod.
I am really enjoying watching your instructional vids they are actually sinking in and I am able to absorb what you are teaching. I love it. 10/10 will continue to watch your videos
Like every tutorial that Mike does, this is an informative, professionally done job. I have now viewed at least 50% of them and the t'other half shall be watched in rapid time. Fantastic work, as well as entertaining - a top bloke !!
Mike ever since I found your videos, I stopped watching the other guys also teaching photography here in TH-cam. Thank you for making them easy to understand. Cheers.
Hi Mike, I am novice and recently started taking pictures using DSLR. Fortunately I found your videos and they are really very interesting and full of knowledge. I am thankful to you for sharing the your knowledge.
Mike Browne I've learned so many things from your videos,very well explained!! I am a newbie and I just got my Nikon D7000(my first dslr) last Boxing day here in Canada(December) and from watching hundreds of videos doing self study I must say I am learning the basics. And your videos is like a medicine to me.. I hope you dont stop doing this..Thank you..
Thanks Mike for the easy to comprehend video. I've watched numerous of tutorial videos about the myth of shake and blurred images, your by far was the easiest to understand. Also, the breathing part was so true! I always find my breathing was somewhat of an obstacle to my shooting. Now, I'll go shoot with your techique. Thanks Mike!!!
Excellent Mike - got a Tamron 70 - 300 lens recently, was having problem of focusing at higher focal length, used this advice, got shot in focus! Thanks, much appreciated.
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Mike-you are more inspiring than you might realize..sometimes I will walk around the house and using a British accent, saying things like" I think that's a lovely shot" , etc. and my wife will comment, " I guess you 've been listening to your buddy Mike Browne again " :)
Thank you for your videos! Why sign up for photography classes when I’ve got your educational videos right here at my fingertips! You’re great at explaining things so that even a beginner, such as myself, can understand. You are greatly appreciated kind sir!
I don't know what it is about your videos Mike, but they are truly the best out there. You have a way that makes beginning photographers such as myself truly understand the fundamentals. Keep up the amazing work you're doing and a very big thank you :)
They can give you up to 2 stops, depends on how steady the person is, if it's windy etc but 2 is about right. I think you mean go down to 1/125th from 1/500th - and yes you probably can.
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Such wonderful advice. I’m working my way through your Ultimate Beginners Course, and I’m loving each step so far. In this video, you mentioned that the shutter speed needs to be the fraction equivalent to the facial length. So 50mm would need a shutter speed of 1/00 or faster. In the beginner’s course, the handout mentioned that the shutter speed needs to be a fraction that is doubled the focal length. For example, 18mm will need a shutter speed 1/40 of a second or faster. What have you found to be the better/proper principle? Thanks.
Hi @Linus Nguyen . Glad you're loving the beginners course. No you misunderstood what I'm saying about fractions. If the length is 50mm then add 1/ in front of it so it becomes the fraction 1/50th of a second... MIKE
Thanks Mike Never had this explained as simply and clearly as this. Makes sense when you think about it. I have started to watch more of your video clips as you have a great way of explaining and showing things. Thanks for sharing.
thank you mike i was having really problems with camera shake with my 75-300mm lens when shootin wild life just tryed your tips in the garden & hopefully you have solved my problem time to get out & take pictures
Thanks Michal. If you sign up to our newsletter you'll get regular updates of new ones and other stuff too. There's a link below... - MIKE www.photographycourses.biz/videos
GREAT GREAT GREAT!!! JUST TRIED IT RAISED MY ISO AND BOOM!!! I'm new at this and I'm not sure but I have a Nikon coolpix L820, and I think that my shutter speed is like 29 because that is what it said and it never changed even with a higher ISO, but the picture came out focused and clear!! thank you!
Mike, have you tried ever gaining stability by slightly pressing the cameras eye piece against the upper ridge of your eye(forehead) while viewing through it? I find it takes a bit of getting used to but it works great for me. Once again, great, intelligent videos!!!
thank you kam ali Please continue helping me make more videos by sharing them with other photographers on forums, Facebook, Flickr etc. - MELISSA FOX ( for Mike)
Practical tips for a real annoying problem. Increase shutter speed, make a support for the camera with the arm and chest. I like the Nikon ability to depress the shutter half-way, freezing the frame, then completing the shoot by pressing the shutter all the way down...
Mike, You are a scholar and a gentleman, Your vids are simple, direct and to the point, I have learnt so much from you, Thank you very much for helping all of us out there, Thank you for giving us this AWESOME knowledge to help us get better at this. Kind regards Jason
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I use the 'rifle-shooter's' technique. Breath in, then exhale very slowly and steadily and squeeze the shutter button very smoothly.
This was taught to me by one of my friends who joined the army back in the 1970's.
Imagine that you are shooting a rifle; stand with you left leg one step forward and turn your body into the shot. Brace your elbows against your body and hold the camera firmly against your face. And just like Mike, place your left hand (lightly) beneath the lens barrel. Job done!
Train yourself to do this when you're taking a picture, and as Mike said; it will reduce camera shake.
Thanks Mike. It's always good to watch your videos.
Happy shooting everybody!
A blinding flash of the obvious, but not a blinding flash I would have grasped had you not put into words. Challengingly it is akin to being in the surf: in shallow water, you learn to stand sideways onto the waves; your legs triangulate you. Thank you. A colossal lesson in a very few words.. very best wishes - John - Perth - Western Australia....
Being an old photographer watching Mike Browne, I can truly say he is the best here on Utube, giving advise. I am often here to see if there is anything new, probably when I'm bored, and there are many giving reviews and I do not know what, placing themselves by a microphone and blabbing away. Learn from Mike, he is really teaching you the basics in a most enlightening way, by showing you and being honest. No brand names or anything like that. Just plain solid experience shared. Lovely and refreshing! I salute him for that. He must be a great help to many out there! Lovely assistant too!
Thank you Ivar - MIKE
An excellent teacher. A great trainer. Your explanation is very clear. Your demonstration illustrates and helps the viewers understand your explanation further and better. You make learning about photography easy and fun. Thank you, Mike. Thanks to Natasha and Janie for making this series as well. (Hope I spelled them correctly.)
Thank you LongTimeTTFan - MIKE :-)
@@MikeBrowne Hi. I got a question if the lens I'm using is a full frame 70-200 Nikon lens and I put it on crop sensor dslr which will make it 105-300 (since Nikon crop factor is 1.5x) does that mean the shutter speed can't be slower than 1/320 of a sec or does it depend on what focal length you are currently using at that time when you are taking the shot? Like if I'm using a 70-200 lens and at that time I'm taking the shot my focal length of using is just 70mm my shutter speed shouldn't be slower than 1/80 of a sec???
So true ... most people mistake fuzziness/softness as poor focusing instead of camera shake. Good vids!
Great personality, great teaching skills, vast experience, and the British accent. Doesnt get any better that this.
Thank you. IS does help by about 2 stops depending on how long you set the lens and how steady your hand is. So lets say you're on 300mm, the subject's not moving and have a very steady hand, IS might let you get as low as 1/75th sec. Below that it'll blur. Also higher the zoom range lenses aren't great image quality when zoomed to full stretch.
You are the best instructor in photography that I have seen on TH-cam (and I've watched many). Great instruction with very useful information clearly stated and entertaining without gimmicks. Thank you.
I was shooting some flowers the other day @ 200 mm on a 55-200 lens, getting some "fuzzy" shots. Didn't know about the shutter speed/focal length rule. Another great video...very informative. Thanks.
Good to know it helped Michael Mcgraw
Again, thank you for clarifying the relationship between high shutter speeds and apertures. I have a kit lens 18-140mm that I like and I always get blurry photos when I'm zooming in beyond 85mm but I think I can change it and get better now. Time to bring out my kit lens again!
Thank you. If you want be precise than I guess it does. This is only a rough rule of thumb though because some people have a steadier hand than others and can get away with slower speed / length combos. A VR / IS lens will help take it down another stop, possibly two depending on length and steadiness of hand.
Hi Mike, I am a first year photography student, and I have to say that your videos are so simply explained and demonstrated that I am learning a HUGE amount from watching, and my fears are now turning into excitement once again. Thank you so much for posting your tips, they are very much appreciated. Sharing you on Facebook right now :)
Thanks Mark Byrne If your fears are turning to excitement that's fantastic and i'm fulfilling my purpose.
One of the best teachers you are from all the videos I have seen from you
Thank you Rahul C - MIKE
VR / IS will let you go about 1 stop slower shutter speed. Crop factor will play a part as your lens gets longer and longer but this is a general guide to help. If you're shutter is a bit below the focal length then you know the's a danger of camera shake so you can take precautions like leaning against a tree, careful breathing or increasing ISO to get the shutter speed up a bit.
Hi Mike,
Thank you very much for explaining this! I've been having this issue and couldn't figure out why? Some shots turned out sharper than others which really baffled me. It even varied from shoot to shoot. I didn't know the whole "length of lense to shutter speed" deal. It was a real "ahhhhaaa" moment for me. You're a very good teacher! You're patience in explaining issues and techniques is very inviting to the photographer! So glad you're here!
Ha - good question. No because in video you generally set a shutter speed of arondd 50th so the movement in the film is smooth to look at. You're not freezing motion in video - you're capturing it. To keep the shot steady as the lens is longer you'll have to use a nice sturdy tripod.
i love how you demonstrate properly
I am really enjoying watching your instructional vids they are actually sinking in and I am able to absorb what you are teaching. I love it. 10/10 will continue to watch your videos
Thank you for the kind words :) - Melissa pp Mike
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:) I just got myself a canon 1300d. I will definitely be using your videos to help me understand what I am doing more so. ^_^
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Like every tutorial that Mike does, this is an informative, professionally done job. I have now viewed at least 50% of them and the t'other half shall be watched in rapid time.
Fantastic work, as well as entertaining - a top bloke !!
Yes - good tip that will also work well. Provided your camera can shoot when in live view - which most newer DSLRs can. Thanks for sharing..
It's exactly the same as shooting. Thanks for posting
Mike ever since I found your videos, I stopped watching the other guys also teaching photography here in TH-cam. Thank you for making them easy to understand.
Cheers.
Hi Mike, I am novice and recently started taking pictures using DSLR. Fortunately I found your videos and they are really very interesting and full of knowledge. I am thankful to you for sharing the your knowledge.
I really like the way you explain your video. I look forward to seeing all your video's.
That makes SO much sense to me now. Simple and clear. Thank you
Excellent instruction. Clear direction and very pleasant to watch. Thank you.
Mike Browne I've learned so many things from your videos,very well explained!! I am a newbie and I just got my Nikon D7000(my first dslr) last Boxing day here in Canada(December) and from watching hundreds of videos doing self study I must say I am learning the basics. And your videos is like a medicine to me.. I hope you dont stop doing this..Thank you..
Thanks Mike for the easy to comprehend video. I've watched numerous of tutorial videos about the myth of shake and blurred images, your by far was the easiest to understand. Also, the breathing part was so true! I always find my breathing was somewhat of an obstacle to my shooting. Now, I'll go shoot with your techique. Thanks Mike!!!
Excellent Mike - got a Tamron 70 - 300 lens recently, was having problem of focusing at higher focal length, used this advice, got shot in focus! Thanks, much appreciated.
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cant believe you replied my comment, you are one of my heroes!!!! ill never close this window!!!!
Mike-you are more inspiring than you might realize..sometimes I will walk around the house and using a British accent, saying things like" I think that's a lovely shot" , etc. and my wife will comment, " I guess you 've been listening to your buddy Mike Browne again " :)
Ha ha - that made me smile Dan. Thanks for sharing ... MIKE :-)
Thank you for this, clear, informative, in a non condescending way, everyone has got to start somewhere. Excellent.
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it @mj-lp5eb. Everyone does indeed start somewhere. Me, you, them - everybody... 😊
Wow you've really slimmed down Since this video Mike! Great video as always...!
Thank you for your videos! Why sign up for photography classes when I’ve got your educational videos right here at my fingertips! You’re great at explaining things so that even a beginner, such as myself, can understand. You are greatly appreciated kind sir!
I don't know what it is about your videos Mike, but they are truly the best out there. You have a way that makes beginning photographers such as myself truly understand the fundamentals. Keep up the amazing work you're doing and a very big thank you :)
Thank you +pta 340 Happy to help. Please share any you especially like around other photographers because it'll help me make more of them - MIKE :-)
Thank you great tip I still makes same mistake too low of shutter speed .. Will apply your rule from now on .. Thank you
Mike you are awesome as a teacher. I receive so much from your instructions on youtube. Thanks and good shooting.
Thank you Serge (the reason why I found the channel).
Great tutorial Mike.
I've never seen a photography lesson so well explained! you're awesome, I'm gonna watch all your videos :)
So clearly explained!
Very well presented! And no ego like many other photography videos. Thanks a lot!
I'm always in need of a reminder about focal lengths....thanks!
Hi - can't remember the model because the paint and labels have fallen off over the years. The make is Benbo and I love them.
They can give you up to 2 stops, depends on how steady the person is, if it's windy etc but 2 is about right. I think you mean go down to 1/125th from 1/500th - and yes you probably can.
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Such wonderful advice. I’m working my way through your Ultimate Beginners Course, and I’m loving each step so far. In this video, you mentioned that the shutter speed needs to be the fraction equivalent to the facial length. So 50mm would need a shutter speed of 1/00 or faster. In the beginner’s course, the handout mentioned that the shutter speed needs to be a fraction that is doubled the focal length. For example, 18mm will need a shutter speed 1/40 of a second or faster. What have you found to be the better/proper principle? Thanks.
Hi @Linus Nguyen
. Glad you're loving the beginners course. No you misunderstood what I'm saying about fractions. If the length is 50mm then add 1/ in front of it so it becomes the fraction 1/50th of a second... MIKE
Thanks Mike
Never had this explained as simply and clearly as this. Makes sense when you think about it. I have started to watch more of your video clips as you have a great way of explaining and showing things.
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks TheNaughtboy glad it helped. and grow the community by 'liking' 'G+ing', sharing our videos and linking to us on photo forums, Facebook etc
I really appreciate your videos. I've spent hours learning new tips and tricks and will continue to. Thanks!!!!
Thank you - It does. Mike
Sir,
You are an awesome teacher. Great lessons through demonstration.Thank you.
Great Videos, I love the fact you have your family involved..Keep the vids coming
Thank you kats peter. can't say i have - will give it a go..
Love this guy - great explanations - and showing the difference in shots makes for a clearer explanation.
Great explanation and fantastic tips to avoid this.
I immediately subscribed. Thank you so much.
very very easy and smart way of explaining camera shake!
Thank you - Mike
Thank you Richard
Very useful information in just 6 minutes of video, thank you Mike!
Thank you Candy.
Thank you Mike, that explained my blurry pictures with 18-200 mm.
Mike, I'm from Brazil. I got a Canon T4i camera and I'm really enjoying watching your video. Great work!
Thank you Mike
love how you explain the stuff
thank you mike i was having really problems with camera shake with my 75-300mm lens when shootin wild life just tryed your tips in the garden & hopefully you have solved my problem time to get out & take pictures
No worries andy wallwork - the longer the focal lenght the worse the problem becomes so I think you'll crack it now..
you explain everything so well, good job!!
First video of yours I've watched and I'm hooked. Thanks!
Thanks Michal. If you sign up to our newsletter you'll get regular updates of new ones and other stuff too. There's a link below... - MIKE
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Excellent video, very informative and easily understood.
Thank you Mike. That was very helpful !
wow thanks for those pro tips Mike totally agree with you
Excellent tutorial, good sound advice.
I do love the way you explain things . Thank you so much for your time
Thank you so much! I love your videos! You are a fantastic teacher!
GREAT GREAT GREAT!!! JUST TRIED IT RAISED MY ISO AND BOOM!!! I'm new at this and I'm not sure but I have a Nikon coolpix L820, and I think that my shutter speed is like 29 because that is what it said and it never changed even with a higher ISO, but the picture came out focused and clear!! thank you!
Thank you, My pleasure
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Awesome presentation on the issue. Thank you so much.
Mike, have you tried ever gaining stability by slightly pressing the cameras eye piece against the upper ridge of your eye(forehead) while viewing through it? I find it takes a bit of getting used to but it works great for me. Once again, great, intelligent videos!!!
This tutorial is very helpful thank you for sharing.
thank you kam ali Please continue helping me make more videos by sharing them with other photographers on forums, Facebook, Flickr etc. - MELISSA FOX ( for Mike)
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Thank you very much for excellent lessons sir. learn from you lot.
I wonder why I didn't discover your videos time ago! Thank you!
Actually, you HALVED the shutter speed. But we get it! Your videos are awesome, thanks for posting them.
Practical tips for a real annoying problem. Increase shutter speed, make a support for the camera with the arm and chest. I like the Nikon ability to depress the shutter half-way, freezing the frame, then completing the shoot by pressing the shutter all the way down...
Hi Mike, great tutorials. You are the BobRoss of Photography for me!! Keep going on...I will watching your videos.
Thanks Frank. Please keep sharing them around too - it helps me make more of them... MIKE :-)
Pleasure - and thanks..
Thank you sir👌👌
thank you so much. You are concise and speak photog for dummies. I have understood everything you have recorded. thanks much.
Just got a camera to start taking pictures and videos as a hobbie, your tips are the best! Many thanks!
Thank you Zoddex Please help me grow the channel and make more free vids by sharing them here, on Facebook, forums etc :-)
wowzors, I actually hadn't found anobody talk about this before... gr8 tip!
Wow thanks I finally get the concept. Correct I watched the video again and understood it! 👍😎
Your demonstrations and teaching organizing is par excellant!
Thank you Marilyn - much appreciated!
I really love the way you explain things. Thank you .
thank you tizintishka - please do share it to so we can make more - Melissa pp Mike
Learned a lot. Thanks for sharing....Cheers!!!
Thanks, Mike! What a simple, yet memorable trick!
thank you Lilia , glad you like it please so share it so we can make more - Melissa pp Mike
Thank you.
Thank you for sharing. Wonderful !
Incredible tips. Thanks again
Nice work on the weight loss, look a lot better!, also these videos are great, thank you very much for your time and expertise.
Mike,
You are a scholar and a gentleman,
Your vids are simple, direct and to the point,
I have learnt so much from you,
Thank you very much for helping all of us out there,
Thank you for giving us this AWESOME knowledge to help us get better at this.
Kind regards
Jason
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Sure will do, again thanks for all the GREAT vids
Great rule of thumb, thanks!