super-wide angle post processing

[Ambermile]

So. Ignoring the 1/2 sec handheld exposure, the two above pics are a before and after processing attempt at straightening the lines. Using this lens arrangement I can get maybe 160 degrees, but as you can see here, when I try and straighten things up I lose resolution *big time*. Am I missing something or is this one of those times when you have to live with things as they come?


Arthur

 

[Chappers]

I'm assuming you are using a near fish eye lens for this result.

What software are you using to straighten the image. I tend to use a combination of Image Trends software and Photoshop's Free Transform function to try and correct bendy verticals. Both of which don't cause a loss of definition.

 

[Ambermile]

Sort of - one of the .45x add-ons

I have PhotoImpact X3, it has a lens distortion function but as I said, the more radical you get with it the worse your definition goes. A bit spent out right now so new software is not really an option unfortunately.

Arthur

 

[Chappers]

Not used that software so can't comment. You might go to the support site and see if they can help