BetterPhoto Q&A
Category: New Answers

Photography Question 

Heidi
 

canon rebel (not digital)


Will the AV setting on my rebel provide the correct shutter speed. I am using 400 speed film outside (in a darker area) and want some depth of field...any suggestions? TIA


To love this question, log in above
October 13, 2007

 

Jon Close
  Yes. In Av you select the aperture value desired and the camera automatically sets the shutter speed to get a decent exposure. Check in the viewfinder for the shutter speed chosen. If too slow you may need to use a tripod.


To love this comment, log in above
October 13, 2007

 

Heidi
  Thanks for responding. It will be outside, and I know the shutter speed I can shoot w/o a tripod is around 60th-90th...BUT is that going either that or say and f8 going to cause problems shooting children? I want to stay away from the on-camera flash..any suggestions? Oh and I want a little depth of field, my light meter broke today :(


To love this comment, log in above
October 13, 2007

 

Jon Close
  I assume you're referring to a separate hand-held light meter that broke. Av and setting for f/8 should be fine for getting some depth of field, and outdoors in good daylight should give fast enough shutter speeds for hand-held and active children. If the light is dimmer, or you are shooting really slow film then keep an eye on the shutter speed the camera chooses.


To love this comment, log in above
October 15, 2007

 
This old forum is now archived. Use improved Forum here

Report this Thread