BetterPhoto Q&A: How to do Landscape Photography and Nature Photos

Wondering how to do landscape photography? Or are you asking yourself what's the best way to take shots in nature? Check out this Q & A and Landscape Photography article for that and more.

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  Depth of Field - Where to Focus?
I took a shot this morning and need help. I was going for maximum depth of field - shooting at 0.6, f/22, ISO 100. Used tripod, mirror lockup, cable release and a 17-55mm lens in natural light. I s...
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April 20, 2008
 
  How to Shoot Compelling Waterfall Photos?
How do you seasoned photographers make your water in your waterfall pictures look smooth or sometimes like smoke? Do you get this effect by the setting you choose when taking the picture? OR, do ...
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September 24, 2008
 
  Depth of Field: Measuring Hyperfocal Distance
I'm very much interested in landscape photos, and have just started learning about hyperfocal distance. I have a basic idea and a chart. But how do landscape photographers measure hyperfocal di...
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November 21, 2007
 
  Essential Equipment for a Trip?
I will be traveling throughout Panama in January on an eco tour that has weight restrictions on parts of the trip limited to 25 pounds. What basic equipment is essential for wildlife and landscape ...
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October 10, 2007
 
  Landscape Photography: Advice Needed
I will be taking landscape-type photographs. I have a 24mm/f 2.8 lens for my Nikon F6, and I am a newbie to all photography! What would you suggest for the best settings/point of focus for landscap...
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July 03, 2007
 
  Landscape Photography
Hi, I own a Panasonic Dmc Fz5 digital camera. While shooting in very bright sunlight landscape photos (shutter speeds at 1/1300 - 1/2000), the photos appear very soft, miscoloured and slightly dark...
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February 10, 2006
 
  Tips on Sunset Photography
What do Know about sunset photography?...
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December 14, 2005
 
  How Do I Capture Rain?
We have had weeks of dry weather here is BC, well today all that changed and it is raining very very hard. I have tried to catch this but so far have not had any luck. Any ideas?...
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October 04, 2005
 
  How to Shoot in Humid Conditions
How do you shoot in very humid weather to prevent clouding of the lens by unwanted moisture?...
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July 19, 2005
 
  Neutral Density Filter and 'Frothy' Water
I was told a neutral density filter will create a "frothy" look to my waterfall pictures. But how do I choose which one to use?...
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July 24, 2005
 
  Water in Motion - Veiling Effect
When shooting a stream or flowing water, how do you get that veiling effect?...
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July 17, 2005
 
  F-Stop, Shutter Speed, and Flowing Water
My camera only allows for an 8 f-stop. This means I can’t get the flowing waterfall effect, since I can't lower my shutter enough without overexposing. I was told a neutral-density (ND) filte...
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June 07, 2005
 
  Landscape Photography: The Best Lenses
I will be traveling to Colorado in about 6 weeks. I'm hoping to get some good pictures while I am out there, but I'm still learning how to operate my camera and would appreciate it if some ...
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April 27, 2005
 
  Blurring the Motion of Water
I understand that to blur the motion of water I need a slow shutter speed. When I slow the speed down I get a much brighter picture. Do I need to take this type of shot in low light to get the corr...
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March 04, 2005
 
  Shooting Falling Snow
Hi. Could someone tell me what is the right exposure to catch the snow falling at night and in broad daylight (by broad daylight, I mean an overcast day). We are going to have snow tomorrow during ...
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January 21, 2005
 
  Moving Water and Slow Motion
How do I take pictures of waterfalls in such a way that the waters flow in a silky manner? What is the shutter speed that should be used for that type of photography? Is there any other method or w...
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November 22, 2004
 
  Shooting Landscapes
I have a Canon 10D and would like to take better landscape photos. I am influenced strongly by Ansel Adams' work. What settings should I use on my camera (aperture, shutter speed, ISO, etc.). A...
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August 10, 2004
 
  Hot Spots in Moving Water Shots
Hello. I'm a rank amateur and trying to figure things out as I go. My problem is that I want the "smooth" water look in my moving-water pictures. To accomplish this, I slowed the shutter spee...
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August 10, 2004
 
  Exposure for Snow Scenes
Is a neutral density filter necessary for snow scenes? If using a ND filter is it necessary to slow the shutter speed down from the recommended TTL meter setting? Which type of pro film is best for...
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February 03, 2004
 
  Lowering Contrast For Sunny Landscapes
I shot a wad of Kodax Max 400 and 200 film on a recent trip to sunny climes and was disappointed in the print results. On reflection I realized the main problem is high constrast because of bright ...
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November 16, 2003