Coffee WB-Coolpix

Travis · 01-12-2004, 08:17 PM

Same basic procedure, except I forgot I zoomed out after the Auto White balance shot. Doesn't make a lick of difference once you see the results though.

Auto WB

Travis · 01-12-2004, 08:18 PM

1 filter

Travis · 01-12-2004, 08:18 PM

3 filters

ReefLady · 01-12-2004, 09:39 PM

Can I ask a stupid question?

On the Coolpix, to use the white balance "preset" (as opposed to AWB or one of the other presets), you simply take a picture of something "white" (or grey) which is in the same lighting as your intended pic. I usually either use the SB, or a piece of weighted PVC (in tank).

With this method, I gather you're supposed to take a "pic" (preset) with the coffee filter over the lens?
Do I do that with what the Coolpix indicates as "measure" (measure white balance for preset)? So I'm not really taking a true "picture" with the coffee filter over the lens, I'm just capturing a WB preset?

If I were to put 3 coffee filters over my lens, wouldn't that "black out" any available light?

Sorry if I'm being dense.

Travis · 01-12-2004, 09:40 PM

You've got the right idea, terminology is a little off but yes you're just measuring, not taking a pic. Try it, you'll like it! And yes, I did just hold the filters up against the lens.

T

ReefLady · 01-12-2004, 09:41 PM

Okay - cool - thanks! (Geez, you're quick!)

I'd try it -- but tank lights are off here.

Mary · 01-12-2004, 09:42 PM

Thanks for asking that RL! I was wondering the same!

reefrunner · 01-12-2004, 10:08 PM

That is unfricking believable.

One request, can you use whatever method you were using prior to the coffe filter to set the WB and then take a pic of the toadstool?

sharks · 01-12-2004, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Mary
Thanks for asking that RL! I was wondering the same!

Me too

Now I just need to find out how to measure the WB on the new camera

Thanks again

S

Mary · 01-12-2004, 11:08 PM

I'm telling ya Sharks! Robz needs to give us class's with a frag goodie bag to take home!

reefrunner · 01-12-2004, 11:12 PM

Unless it's completely different than the 995...you should be able to open the menu and one of the first items on there is gonna be your white balance. scroll it down to preset or manual whichever it calls it and take a sample, it's pretty simple.

sharks · 01-13-2004, 12:20 AM

Thanks Kev,
I'm sure it's that simple I just haven't looked

Wasn't it you that said this camera is great just out the box?
You were right

Now I need to learn the real photography stuff

I like the goodie bag idea

reefrunner · 01-13-2004, 12:25 AM

Quote:

I'm sure it's that simple I just haven't looked

I wasn't trying to be condescending (my post kinda seemed that way after I read it), the camera is intimidating with all the buttons and dials and hold this button while spinning that dial, while standing on your head singing the national anthem of japan just to get the auto timer to work. But once you do the WB, you'll see what I mean.

Michael_Lambert · 01-13-2004, 02:15 AM

Im not sure if iam doing this right?

i used a coffee filter.. and pointed it at my tank and took the shot.. in my "Manual" setting.. then set it.. and then took the picture..

this is before the filter..

Michael_Lambert · 01-13-2004, 02:15 AM

And then this is with?

Does this look right?

01-12-2004, 08:17 PM	#1 (permalink)
Travis Smilie Bartender Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,557 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Coffee WB-Coolpix Same basic procedure, except I forgot I zoomed out after the Auto White balance shot. Doesn't make a lick of difference once you see the results though. Auto WB

01-12-2004, 09:39 PM	#4 (permalink)
ReefLady Golden Moray Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: New Hampshire, USA Posts: 2,029 View Gallery Karma Komment	Can I ask a stupid question? On the Coolpix, to use the white balance "preset" (as opposed to AWB or one of the other presets), you simply take a picture of something "white" (or grey) which is in the same lighting as your intended pic. I usually either use the SB, or a piece of weighted PVC (in tank). With this method, I gather you're supposed to take a "pic" (preset) with the coffee filter over the lens? Do I do that with what the Coolpix indicates as "measure" (measure white balance for preset)? So I'm not really taking a true "picture" with the coffee filter over the lens, I'm just capturing a WB preset? If I were to put 3 coffee filters over my lens, wouldn't that "black out" any available light? Sorry if I'm being dense. __________________ ~ Teri -------- "You do not need a parachute to skydive. You only need a parachute to skydive twice."

01-12-2004, 09:40 PM	#5 (permalink)
Travis Smilie Bartender Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,557 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	You've got the right idea, terminology is a little off but yes you're just measuring, not taking a pic. Try it, you'll like it! And yes, I did just hold the filters up against the lens. T __________________ Help build the Encyclopedia of ReefKeeping Find over 1400 Reef Aquarium Articles at The Reef Aquarium Index

01-12-2004, 09:41 PM	#6 (permalink)
ReefLady Golden Moray Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: New Hampshire, USA Posts: 2,029 View Gallery Karma Komment	Okay - cool - thanks! (Geez, you're quick!) I'd try it -- but tank lights are off here. __________________ ~ Teri -------- "You do not need a parachute to skydive. You only need a parachute to skydive twice."

01-12-2004, 09:42 PM	#7 (permalink)
Mary Evil Angel Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: SE Michigan Posts: 269 View Gallery Karma Komment	Thanks for asking that RL! I was wondering the same! __________________ *~ Michigan Reefers ~* *~ My Photos ~*

01-12-2004, 08:18 PM	#2 (permalink)
Travis Smilie Bartender Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,557 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	1 filter

01-12-2004, 08:18 PM	#3 (permalink)
Travis Smilie Bartender Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,557 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	3 filters

01-12-2004, 10:08 PM	#8 (permalink)
reefrunner Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Cedar Key, FL Posts: 1,069 View Gallery Karma Komment	That is unfricking believable. One request, can you use whatever method you were using prior to the coffe filter to set the WB and then take a pic of the toadstool? __________________ Kevin Check out my gallery!

01-12-2004, 11:08 PM	#10 (permalink)
Mary Evil Angel Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: SE Michigan Posts: 269 View Gallery Karma Komment	I'm telling ya Sharks! Robz needs to give us class's with a frag goodie bag to take home! __________________ *~ Michigan Reefers ~* *~ My Photos ~*

01-12-2004, 11:12 PM	#11 (permalink)
reefrunner Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Cedar Key, FL Posts: 1,069 View Gallery Karma Komment	Unless it's completely different than the 995...you should be able to open the menu and one of the first items on there is gonna be your white balance. scroll it down to preset or manual whichever it calls it and take a sample, it's pretty simple. __________________ Kevin Check out my gallery!

01-13-2004, 12:20 AM	#12 (permalink)
sharks Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: NJ Posts: 843 View Gallery Karma Komment	Thanks Kev, I'm sure it's that simple I just haven't looked Wasn't it you that said this camera is great just out the box? You were right Now I need to learn the real photography stuff I like the goodie bag idea __________________ The sea monkey has my money 220G fish only tank ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 120G Reef 2 250W 65K MH’s. 2 VHO Actinics LifeReef filter/skimmer/20G REF 200LB Kaelini Rock . 2-3” DSB. Various, LPS, SPS, clams, leathers, and others Numerous fish ><((((º>`·.¸¸.·´¯`·...¸><((((º> View my Photo Gallery><((((º>`·.¸¸.·´¯`·...¸><((((º>

01-13-2004, 02:15 AM	#14 (permalink)
Michael_Lambert Torch coral Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 583 View Gallery Karma Komment	I tried it Im not sure if iam doing this right? i used a coffee filter.. and pointed it at my tank and took the shot.. in my "Manual" setting.. then set it.. and then took the picture.. this is before the filter..

01-13-2004, 02:15 AM	#15 (permalink)
Michael_Lambert Torch coral Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 583 View Gallery Karma Komment	And then this is with? Does this look right?

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