Recent content by Rob 576

cheers fellas. Happy Holidays.

hi, I'm noticing a difference in sharpness when shooting directly from live view or using the viewfinder. This is using autofocus. Live view seems to have less focus area - and specifically areas away from the centre aren't as sharp. Is this what I should expect? thanks

Thanks all

Thanks. As accurate as possible , mainly 2d artwork. I'm often in small studios so trying to keep the mm down I think.. Thanks.

Thanks all.. Anyone suggest a flat view lens I could look into. Looking for spend around £300? For Nikon d7100..

Also. Is nikkor not macro?

Thanks. Interesting, that's quite low(?).. People seem to suggest midway is usually the sharpest for most lens'? So setting it to say 5 would speed up the necessary shutter speed quite a bit when in a bright space for artwork photography, is that a good thing for detail etc? Thanks

Hey, anyone have thoughts on the sharpest aperture for the 35mm/1.8 Nikkor DX? I'm using it for copy work - paintings. Thanks!

Hi, when a lens is "micro nikkor". Say 35 or 55mm, what are the benefits? Can you just get closer and have a sharper image? Thanks

thanks, will have to check out.. the book.

Thanks Phil. Will do. In the meantime any general pointers would be great to get me started. I have used lowel tota lights before with diffusers but just wondering how other people had got, do i want daylight bulbs for example, and are there specific light temperatures to got for. Looking for a...

Thanks Phil V, 2d and 3d. paintings, framed pieces, sculptures, etc. Solid general soft lighting I can attached diffusers to..

HI all, any recommendations or this? I'm looking into lighting with diffusers for professional artwork photography, constant lighting not flash is preferred - as this seems easier to work with? Portable etc.. First investment in lighting, but needs to be solid. Say £3-400.. thanks!

thanks all!, if i went for a 60mm lens, and am shooting say at 20x16 inch painting for example. Is there a way to work out how far away i would need to be to fill the frame and fit the piece? Often I am working in tight artist studios / homes and want to keep using a prime lens (for sharpness)...

Thanks, so if I scale up to say 50mm will I have less distortion and be able to get closer to objects / artwork and keep things sharp?