suggessions for Nikon D7200

snc5432

New member
Hi,
I've just started using Nikon D7200...
have used it with the AF-S Nikkor 200-500 lens, but am not very happy with the clarity of the captured images,
kindly help with the basic settings of the camera with the lens combo....
 

Marcel

Happily retired
Staff member
Super Mod
What exactly are you not happy about? What are your camera settings? Are you using raw? How are you post processing your files (sharpness, contrast, etc)?

It's very difficult if not impossible to answer such a vague question without a bit of background about what you are trying to achieve, what the light conditions were, which iso you used.

Maybe if you could post an actual photo that you are not happy about, including the settings you used, it could give us a clue on how to help you.

Welcome to Nikonites.
 

Bikerbrent

Senior Member
Welcome aboard. Enjoy the ride.
We look forward to seeing more posts and samples of your work.

Please provide additional details as suggested above.
 

snc5432

New member
Thanx for the Electric response....also sorry for insufficient query,<br><br>Actually, I wish to convey - the sharpness of the image appearing in the viewfinder is not captured in the shots, after capturing they appear nisy and blurry.<br>this is happening especially when I use my Nikon 200-500 lens with D7200.<br><br>I do not remember the exact settings used and also do not have those kind of shots stored.....<br><br>
 

Needa

Senior Member
Challenge Team
With most long lens it about using a fast enough shutter speed and not shooting wide open. Try taking some more images then you can post those. Also a stable shooting
position or a tripod will be helpful. Is the subject moving or stationary?
 
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Andy W

Senior Member
If you are using a tripod make sure that the vibration reduction is turned off, it can cause blurring if on.
 

Danno

Senior Member
I had a tough time with my D7200 when I first got the Nikon 200-500 lens. With the help of several on this forum, I realized practice was a big part of getting clarity, but also I needed some better settings.

I was shooting Birds on feeders and I was using multipoint focus and too low a shutter speed. What ended up happening is the wrong point was out of focus. With the help of others here I went to single point using back button focus at about 1600 shutter and AutoISO and 5.6-7.1 Aperture and lots of practice. Eventually, my shots got sharper. I also found that I really needed the tripod to steady my shots. Once I did that I could make other adjustments to get sports shots etc.

I have found now that I still do best with the single point and Back Button Focus, but I do sometimes use 9 points. I can also use my monopod, but handheld for me is very difficult. Many can do it, but it takes a lot of practice. A little motion at the body translates to a lot out at the far end of that lens.

Do not give up on the lens. It is great, but it does take some getting used too.
 

Chris@sabor

Senior Member
Good form, meaning holding your camera as steady as possible until after the shot is taken and not stabbing at the shutter release is important.
Sufficient shutter speed is critical for sharp images.
Lens calibration may also be needed. Your lens may be front or back focusing.

All of these should be researched and practiced as often as possible to obtain the best results. Hand held, long lens photography is not easy, then add a moving subject...practice, study, practice.
 

Horoscope Fish

Senior Member
Hi,
I've just started using Nikon D7200...
have used it with the AF-S Nikkor 200-500 lens, but am not very happy with the clarity of the captured images,
kindly help with the basic settings of the camera with the lens combo....
Go into the Shooting Menu (Camera Icon).
From there go to "Set Picture Control". Click right to enter the settings menu.
Choose whatever setting you use (Normal, Landscape, etc.) and click right again to enter the sub-menu.
Drop down to the "Sharpness" setting and move it "7". Press "OK" to save the adjustment.

If you shoot using the "Landscape" or "Vivid" settings in the Picture Control menu, you'll need to adjust the Sharpness setting there too. I'd suggest you adjust them all at the same time, just to cover all your bases. This one adjustment should make a big difference in the sharpness of your shots.
 
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