Going my way (street)

[cciotti]

I was walking to the train the other day and snapping away when I caught this lovely young lady trying to catch a cab. I realized I want to do more "street" photography but am having trouble just randomly taking pictures of people walking down the street. I'm thinking of getting a small film camera (35ti or something) and seeing if that helps. What do you do?



Camera make: NIKON CORPORATION
Camera model: NIKON D40
Date/Time: 2009:06:11 17:47:41
Resolution: 840 x 840
Flash used: No
Focal length: 35.0mm (35mm equivalent: 52mm)
Exposure time: 0.013 s (1/80)
Aperture: f/4.5
ISO equiv: 200
Whitebalance: Manual
Metering Mode: matrix
Exposure: program (auto)

[NCIvey]

As far as the poll is concerned, I guess it would be a on a picture by picture basis. The picture posted looks great in B&W but I'd love to see it in color.

Are you considering a small 35mm because your D40 is too hard to carry? I have a D40 and have no problem carrying it around with me.

[cciotti]

Originally Posted by NCIvey

Are you considering a small 35mm because your D40 is too hard to carry? I have a D40 and have no problem carrying it around with me.

I have no problem with the D40 at all, I love it though it's rather conspicuous as I'm walking down the street. That and I love film.

[imik]

I haven't done much "street photography" but i know what i like so i will say this... if its night time i like color of course ha ha. Or if the picture is trying to capture the street and/or the people on the street as a whole i like color. If the subject of the photograph is strong enough to stand out in a b&w then i prefer b&w. Or if you are looking to make the photo more dramatic/bring a certain feeling go with b&w. I think its really up to the photographer go with your gut! great shot by the way and i'm thinking you made the right call by choosing b&w.