BetterPhoto Q&A: Indoor/Low-Light Photography

Want to discuss low light photography candlelight scenes? How about indoor photography exposure settings? Any questions about low-light photography are welcome here.

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  Orange People
My Canon Powershot Pro 1 takes beautiful outdoor pictures, and the Canon i9900 printer prints equally well. But since I've started shooting inside, I've found that my photos are orange. I...
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November 01, 2005
 
  How to Shoot Candles
I am trying to take some shots of a lit candle. However, when I look at the final outcome, there is a halo around the flame. What can I do to ensure that I don't get the halo? Faster shutter...
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December 17, 2005
 
  Tips on Taking a Band's Picture Inside
I am going to photograph a 6-piece band that will be playing for a high school reunion. It will be inside - probably low light (?)... except obviously for lights on the band's faces. Should I...
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October 11, 2005
 
  Shooting Behind Glass at an Aquarium
I will be going to Shedd Aquarium next month and I would like to know how to shoot pictures behind glass. I would appreciate any help. Thank you....
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October 07, 2005
 
  Shooting Action Pictures Indoors
I would love your recommendation as to taking action photos indoors with poor lighting. I'm using a Canon 20D for reference. In full auto, a flash gets lost at distance, and the images look d...
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June 14, 2005
 
  Photographing People in a Club
I'm shooting in a club for a magazine. I need to capture the natural light and color of the club, but I need the 20 people in the bar sharp and no grain. What do you think the best way is to...
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June 02, 2005
 
  Concert Photography
I'm going to a Kenny Chesney concert in July. I am in the 8th row and have a Canon Rebel 2000 SLR film camera. What brand and speed of film will be good to take pictures with? I will be using a...
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June 27, 2005
 
  Wedding Photography in a Low-Light Church
I am going to be shooting my brother's wedding in a low-light church. I am not the best with a flash, but would love to get some really great intimate pictures. Any ideas???...
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May 25, 2005
 
  Interior Photography Without Flash
I am embarking on photographing interiors and exteriors of historic properties - homes, churches, etc. What is the best equipment to capture the most optimal pictures/ I'm hoping for the qual...
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April 29, 2005
 
  Lighting in Photography: Tungsten and Strobe
I am unsure how to combine tungsten lights and strobe light, and also how you would meter for them....
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April 19, 2005
 
  Large Group Photos: Getting the Lighting Right
I have been asked to do a large group photo inside a gym at night of approximately 110 people. I use a SLR 35mm. Could you please give me some tips to get the best photo, as far as aperture, etc....
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April 19, 2005
 
  Low Light Photography ... Without Flash
I am taking pictures at a wedding coming up. I will not be able to use a flash during the ceremony. How can I take good photos without a flash in low lighting? Also, what can I use to help with sha...
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March 17, 2005
 
  How to Shoot a Dance Revue with No Flash
I have a Canon Digital Rebel. I was trying to shoot my grand-daughter's first dance revue last year. I used a tripod and no flash, and most of my pictures came out blurred. I really would like...
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March 28, 2005
 
  Shooting a Circus Indoors
I am shooting slide film for a class this week. I am going to be shooting a circus indoors. Should I use daylight or tungsten film? Also, if I use a flash, how do I set the built-in flash for manua...
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March 01, 2005
 
  Low-Light Settings for Shooting Child
I am trying to take pictures of my 1-year-old with my Nikon D70. I am trying to use window lighting with no flash, but the shutter speed is too slow and she is so quick that all my pictures are blu...
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February 19, 2005
 
  Shooting Light of a Candle?
So I am in a photography class in high school. I want to shoot portraits using only the light of a candle. However, whenever I try this, my pictures come out to dark or with lots of motion! How ...
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February 01, 2005
 
  Taking Photos from TV
How can I take photos from the TV using a digital camera and a normal camera?...
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January 10, 2005
 
  Shooting Action in Low Light Indoors
I'm looking for equipment suggestions for my Nikon D70. I'd like to shoot some dog agility at local indoor fairgrounds buildings. Lighting is terrible, and flash not permitted. I've tri...
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October 17, 2008
 
  Indoor 35mm Film
Hi! What film would you suggest for quality indoor pix? Friends are telling me ISO 800. We are going to Graceland soon and want nice pix inside the Mansion. Thanks, Rick....
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January 15, 2005
 
  Digital Photography in Fluorescent Lights
I am trying to shoot a bunch of pamphlets and books in a lighting booth that is fluorescent lighting. The booth is all white. I am using a digital Canon A80. I have set a custom white balance (off ...
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December 07, 2004