so i went ahead a got the d7000, why is it when i put it on priority mode im not always able to change the fstop when i want to and does any one have any good tips for using this camera...thanks
i was out trying to get pics of bugs in the yard and i wanted to change the fstop (aperture priority ) but it wouldn't let me i would sit turn the dial 30 times and it would not change, i just left the iso on auto. for some reason i have a hard time getting the whole bug in focus, i make sure that the focus point in the view finder is right on lets say a dragon flys head but it doesn't look very sharp. would it be because im shooting it on contuines focus ?
If you're in A-mode and spinning the wheel doesn't change the aperture you're either spinning the wrong control wheel (there are two) or you're spinning it the wrong direction and are already at the minimum or maximum aperture.
Regarding the bug being in focus: what lens are you using? How close are you to the subject? Are you using a tripod? What are the camera settings? Can you post a sample with EXIF?
Continuous focus is probably one of the (many) reasons why the bug isn't in focus. Switch to single-shot.
Regarding tips for the D7000 - have you read the manual yet? I'm serious. That's the most important place to start and it's a pretty thick one. There are also D7000 guides available for kindle or iBooks (or paperback too, if that's your thing).
im in p mode my fault i was thinking that backwards and i know there are two dials it just seemed to work better on the d90 (maybe its because i had it for two years). i wondder if i dont have something turned on in the menu that should be off...
im using the tamron 180mm macro, i dont use a tripod i know i should but it takes time to set and by then the insect or what ever bug im shooting is gone. im usally around 2 feet from it maybe i need to back some more. i just know i see every ones pics on here and how sharp they are compared to mine and i get frustrated.
And if you use aperture priority, you can set the back dial to adjust your ISO, and the front dial will adjust your aperture.
In program mode, the dial only adjusts between equivalent aper/shutter combinations that meet the meter requirements. Even on the D90, I found the range of options the camera gave me very limited, especially in dim situations, and even when I thought there should be more options.
ok this is off topic but i didnt want to start another thread, my d90 no longer works right so would it be worth trying to sell as long as my insurance company dont ask for it..
depends on whats wrong with it
if its a small issue , better keep
the advantage of 2 cameras is you dont have to change lenses frequently
me too still have the D90 beside D7000
then how you expect to sell ?
with some tape over top screen ?
you switched on to soon
if you'd let it dry thoroughly before switch on , you might v got away w it
if you switch on while wet , circuits may have shortened ( or how you spell that )
i say , bring to a local service dept. to verify
then you can always decide what to do
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If you could explain more about what it is you are trying to accomplish, and what ISO and the shooting conditions, we could probably help.
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Regarding the bug being in focus: what lens are you using? How close are you to the subject? Are you using a tripod? What are the camera settings? Can you post a sample with EXIF?
Continuous focus is probably one of the (many) reasons why the bug isn't in focus. Switch to single-shot.
Regarding tips for the D7000 - have you read the manual yet? I'm serious. That's the most important place to start and it's a pretty thick one. There are also D7000 guides available for kindle or iBooks (or paperback too, if that's your thing).
im using the tamron 180mm macro, i dont use a tripod i know i should but it takes time to set and by then the insect or what ever bug im shooting is gone. im usally around 2 feet from it maybe i need to back some more. i just know i see every ones pics on here and how sharp they are compared to mine and i get frustrated.
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In program mode, the dial only adjusts between equivalent aper/shutter combinations that meet the meter requirements. Even on the D90, I found the range of options the camera gave me very limited, especially in dim situations, and even when I thought there should be more options.
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if its a small issue , better keep
the advantage of 2 cameras is you dont have to change lenses frequently
me too still have the D90 beside D7000
/ɯoɔ˙ƃnɯƃnɯs˙ʇlɟsɐq//:dʇʇɥ
with some tape over top screen ?
you switched on to soon
if you'd let it dry thoroughly before switch on , you might v got away w it
if you switch on while wet , circuits may have shortened ( or how you spell that )
i say , bring to a local service dept. to verify
then you can always decide what to do
/ɯoɔ˙ƃnɯƃnɯs˙ʇlɟsɐq//:dʇʇɥ