Anyone do lightning?

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N_Addy

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Anyone do lightning? Post 'em here.

I'll open with these.

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And my favorite.
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Geoffc

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I would like to but we don't get that much in the UK. I'm sure loads of examples will be posted now to contradict that statement.
 
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grandpaw

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Very nice shot! I always like the lightning and fireworks shots more when there is some foreground included and not just a shot taken of the sky.
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AxeMan - Rick S.

Senior Member
Anyone that's been around for a while knows I play with Lightning. I can't let this thread go by and NOT post a few for you.


I can't remember what it is called but please DO NOT LINK these photo's to or on other sites.


Thanks

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ABN Panzer

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1st the disclaimer.... this was back in 2000... Using an older Nikon (Film)
And unfortuantely it is a piss-poor scan :(

We had an electrical storm roll in on us while we were shooting gunnery (M3A2 CFVs) in FT Carson Colorado. Always brought my camera to the field/Range. I think I had it exposed for 20-30 seconds (I knew nothing about proper settings... Who am I fooling? I still dont know much about it but am going to learn)

But here is the pic.

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Tami Jo

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I haven't yet tried shooting lightening. But I am hoping to learn and give it a shot soon! Any special tips, settings for capturing lightening? Anyone familiar with a lightening trigger?
 
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N_Addy

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Here's my technique. Works every time and no expensive trigger needed.

1) Pick a dry, safe place with a comfy chair and good view of the oncoming storm.
2) Set the camera to the following:
- Manual focus set to infinity
- Shutter Priority
- Exposure time anywhere from 10 to 30 seconds (depending on ambient light)
3) Mount a wide-angle lens and point it towards the heaviest part of the storm.
4) Sit back with an adult beverage in one hand and a remote shutter clicker in the other.
5) Click, drink.
6) Repeat step 5.

Just keep clicking. On a good stormy night you're bound to get quite a few good shots.
 
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Tami Jo

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N_Addy said:
Here's my technique. Works every time and no expensive trigger needed.

1) Pick a dry, safe place with a comfy chair and good view of the oncoming storm.
2) Set the camera to the following:
- Manual focus set to infinity
- Shutter Priority
- Exposure time anywhere from 10 to 30 seconds (depending on ambient light)
3) Mount a wide-angle lens and point it towards the heaviest part of the storm.
4) Sit back with an adult beverage in one hand and a remote shutter clicker in the other.
5) Click, drink.
6) Repeat step 5.

Just keep clicking. On a good stormy night you're bound to get quite a few good shots.
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We've sure had a bunch of storms lately being monsoon season but sadly gaining a great view during such is the more difficult feat. As soon as I have some time I will try it using these tips!
 
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