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Old 07-17-2009, 09:32 PM
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Hello again - I am new to this but I have a question. Went shooting last night on Mulholland drive to take shots of downtown LA. I have a Canon Rebel XS and was using my 55mm/250mm zoom lens with a tripod and delayed shutter release.
Problem was that over half the pics were blurry. I use AF under program, TV and A-DEP modes. Also tried MF with same settings. There was no wind to speak of. Also ISO was 100. Any advise would be appreciated. Not sure what I am doing wrong.
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Old 07-17-2009, 10:48 PM
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Do you have some example photos that we can see?
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Old 07-18-2009, 02:24 AM
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Maybe since you are in California, the ground was moving?? I know that sounds stupid but there could be minor vibrations that were enough to shake the tripod.
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Old 07-18-2009, 02:21 PM
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Hey Guys quick question. Reading though my manual and read a section on "Mirror Lock" function on my Canon. Sounds like this might help my issue. Anyone use this function for night shots? Thanks guys!
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Old 07-26-2009, 04:02 AM
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I have used the mirror lock when i first bought my camera, u know just playing around. mirror lock with a remote trigger should help
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