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I am planning a hiking trip to China in December-January. Can you share any tips and tricks for winter shooting? Winter in China is cold, sunny and it snows a lot. I really don’t have lots of experience shooting in such conditions. What should I watch for? Do I need to use any filters or else?
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Old 10-21-2011, 12:26 PM
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Sounds like you'll need lots of beer.

And spot metering technique up your sleeves
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Here's a couple of links that should help you:

Understanding Camera Metering and Exposure

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Great links.
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Keep your batteries warm. They lose power in the cold
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Use a CPL.. It will take the glare out of the snow..

Sounds like a skiing trip, not a hiking trip.
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At least you'll be able to take some nice scenics...The cold weather helps cut the smog.

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Thank you all. Hope to get good shots.
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Sounds like you'll need lots of beer.

And spot metering technique up your sleeves
cute comment...ha ha
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