Taking Home Theater photos: What do you use? - Page 4 - Blu-ray Forum

guitarist155 · 01-29-2009, 08:11 PM

I am sooo exited, I have to keep myself from using it lol in the 1st hour of testing I fired off 100 shots

liquidice · 02-02-2009, 10:56 AM

Samsung S860 8.1 MegaPixal

Tripod mount for all pictures, zero zoom if at all possible, and then toying around with flash, no flash, close up focus, shutter speed, blah blah blah.

Only thing that bugs me is I don't know how to get a pic of my setup with the plasma turned off, and not have a refection. My main HT gallery has an angle shot where you can see my stairs and weird globe lamp in the reflection. I may be playing with this tomorrow and re-doing all my pics, well, most of them.

AudioFenix · 07-14-2011, 10:17 PM

This thread may be old but I had to chime in since photography is a passion. I use a Nikon D40 and usually just the 18-55 kit lens for HT shots. If possible I'll use the tripod with remote.
Hopefully one day I'll be ready to step up to the D7000.

Mr.Poindexter · 07-14-2011, 10:19 PM

I use a Canon EOS 7D with a tripod, remote and the 10-22mm wide angle lens. I have to use an external flash if I ever need a flash with that lens.

guitarist155 · 07-15-2011, 12:42 AM

sweet, i love the 7D... do you crop out the vignetting on the 10-22? and an external flash is a must.. I keep a 580exII on most times and strongly recommend it as a flash.. though with that lens you might need a bracket as well lol

crazyBLUE · 07-15-2011, 12:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AudioFenix

This thread may be old but I had to chime in since photography is a passion. I use a Nikon D40 and usually just the 18-55 kit lens for HT shots. If possible I'll use the tripod with remote.
Hopefully one day I'll be ready to step up to the D7000.

I use my Nikon D40 as well for my shots. Always use the tripod for my pics.

Mr.Poindexter · 07-15-2011, 02:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by guitarist155

sweet, i love the 7D... do you crop out the vignetting on the 10-22? and an external flash is a must.. I keep a 580exII on most times and strongly recommend it as a flash.. though with that lens you might need a bracket as well lol

What vignetting? Here is a shot that was not cropped at all and taken at 10mm on a tripod.

guitarist155 · 07-15-2011, 03:16 AM

ahh I forgot about the aps-c size crop factor.. I was thinking full frame for some reason.. works out well though great images

mangosta · 10-14-2011, 10:55 PM

This is what I use

12 Megapixels
5x Zoom
2.7 inch LCD Screen
97 x 54.4 x 21.7mm
116g

guitarist155 · 10-15-2011, 12:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mangosta

This is what I use

12 Megapixels
5x Zoom
2.7 inch LCD Screen
97 x 54.4 x 21.7mm
116g

so a Lumix DMC FS15 ?

naturephoto1 · 10-15-2011, 01:30 PM

All of the photos in my galleries are taken with a Canon G10 or a small number with a Canon G9 (both cameras are on Kirk L brackets designed for the cameras). Everything is tripod mounted on one of my Gitzo Carbon Fiber Tripods and an electronic release.

Rich

JJ · 10-15-2011, 01:39 PM

Nikon D3100 w/ a 18-55m and 55-200m lens, tripod and trusty clicker.

I need a 12mm or some sort of wide-angle lens something awful.

pioneerman-phila · 10-15-2011, 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hammie

I shoot with a Nikon D300 with Nikkor 24-70/2.8 lens on a Manfrotto tripod. I plan on doing some new shots with flash off camera so I don't get that glare in the TV screen.

On an IT note, I started out in a help desk center. Made friends with the IT guys. Volunteered my services whenever I could. They were really cool and helped me learn about networking and telecom. I now hold Cisco, Juniper, and Adtran certs. Looking to get me Cisco CCDA, Cisco CCVP, and Adtran VoIP certs this year. Additionally, I got my Associates in Computer Networking paid for by my employer.

BTW, this journey all started in 1996 because I got laid off from a construction company and I went to a temp agency and scored 100% on their Windows competancy exam.

Keep the faith and things will work out.

hey..just off topic..just want to say @hamee realy nice set up man..good job,very clean

Johnny Vinyl · 10-15-2011, 03:43 PM

I use a simple Canon PowerShot A710 point-and-shoot camera that I've had for close to 5 years now. I think it's time for an upgrade, but I'd like a DSLR this time.....

Is it a good idea to buy a used one, or is that not recommended for cameras?

2LOW4U · 10-15-2011, 04:09 PM

No Photos Uploaded to my profile yet, it will be with my Trusty Nikon D40 DSLR and Stock 18-55 MM Lens.

mangosta · 10-15-2011, 05:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by guitarist155

so a Lumix DMC FS15 ?

Yes sir, and it works pretty well so far

Hammie · 10-15-2011, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pioneerman-phila

hey..just off topic..just want to say @hamee realy nice set up man..good job,very clean

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by John72953

I use a simple Canon PowerShot A710 point-and-shoot camera that I've had for close to 5 years now. I think it's time for an upgrade, but I'd like a DSLR this time.....

Is it a good idea to buy a used one, or is that not recommended for cameras?

Hey, John.

Buying a used DSLR is not a big deal. Only concern is the number of shutter releases on the camera. Research what the expected number is for the camera you at looking at and compare how many is actually on it.

See if you can take a coulple shots. Bring a laptop, download the pictures and see the quality. I helped a co-worker buy a used camera and this is what we did. If the seller is serious and honest, they will totally understand.

One other thing. When looking at brands, see what kind your family and friends may have. This way, if they ae willing, you may be able to borrow lenses with them.

AudioFenix · 04-10-2012, 03:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2LOW4U

No Photos Uploaded to my profile yet, it will be with my Trusty Nikon D40 DSLR and Stock 18-55 MM Lens.

Woot. D40 club.

Remo · 04-10-2012, 04:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ixlegitballinxl

There are a lot of pics in this section/gallery, and some of the photos I've seen have looked amazing, and some not so much.. I'm curious about what kind of camera's everyone uses to take their home theater photos.

SLR?
Point and shoot?
Cell phone?
Professional?

Share the info !!

Haven't taken any theater pictures as of yet but when I get around to it, I'll use my trusty Canon EOS 7D with a Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens and play around with the Speedlite 580 EX II flash, bounce the flash around see what looks best

01-29-2009, 08:11 PM	#61
guitarist155 Special Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:nashville Home Theater Gallery:41 Blu-ray collection:100 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:1	I am sooo exited, I have to keep myself from using it lol in the 1st hour of testing I fired off 100 shots ps3 games: 5 blu-ray: 57 psn: guitarist155 projector: Optima HD70.(epson 8350 coming soon) AVR:onkyo tx-nr809 and HT-RC180 sources: 80G PS3 and 120g PS3 slim, pro-ject debut III turntable, hitachi VCR. power: furman PL-plus II (separate rack), APC H10 speakers: Niles pro LCR and di/bipole surrounds.. Polk CS2 center, monitor 60 fronts, monitor 40 surrounds, 2 x psw10 subwoofers.remote Harmony 890 (RF ;) ) Screen: HDVio 110" electric. plus the bedroom setup...

07-14-2011, 10:19 PM	#64
Mr.Poindexter Senior Member Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2010 Home Theater Gallery:28 Trading Score:1	I use a Canon EOS 7D with a tripod, remote and the 10-22mm wide angle lens. I have to use an external flash if I ever need a flash with that lens. My dedicated Cinemascope home theater thread. Pictures are also in my gallery.

07-15-2011, 12:42 AM	#65
guitarist155 Special Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:nashville Home Theater Gallery:41 Blu-ray collection:100 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:1	sweet, i love the 7D... do you crop out the vignetting on the 10-22? and an external flash is a must.. I keep a 580exII on most times and strongly recommend it as a flash.. though with that lens you might need a bracket as well lol ps3 games: 5 blu-ray: 57 psn: guitarist155 projector: Optima HD70.(epson 8350 coming soon) AVR:onkyo tx-nr809 and HT-RC180 sources: 80G PS3 and 120g PS3 slim, pro-ject debut III turntable, hitachi VCR. power: furman PL-plus II (separate rack), APC H10 speakers: Niles pro LCR and di/bipole surrounds.. Polk CS2 center, monitor 60 fronts, monitor 40 surrounds, 2 x psw10 subwoofers.remote Harmony 890 (RF ;) ) Screen: HDVio 110" electric. plus the bedroom setup...

07-15-2011, 03:16 AM	#68
guitarist155 Special Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:nashville Home Theater Gallery:41 Blu-ray collection:100 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:1	ahh I forgot about the aps-c size crop factor.. I was thinking full frame for some reason.. works out well though great images ps3 games: 5 blu-ray: 57 psn: guitarist155 projector: Optima HD70.(epson 8350 coming soon) AVR:onkyo tx-nr809 and HT-RC180 sources: 80G PS3 and 120g PS3 slim, pro-ject debut III turntable, hitachi VCR. power: furman PL-plus II (separate rack), APC H10 speakers: Niles pro LCR and di/bipole surrounds.. Polk CS2 center, monitor 60 fronts, monitor 40 surrounds, 2 x psw10 subwoofers.remote Harmony 890 (RF ;) ) Screen: HDVio 110" electric. plus the bedroom setup...

10-14-2011, 10:55 PM	#69
mangosta Expert Member Top contributor Member since:Aug 2010 Location:Quito, Ecuador Home Theater Gallery:214 Blu-ray collection:320 Hardware reviews:1	This is what I use 12 Megapixels 5x Zoom 2.7 inch LCD Screen 97 x 54.4 x 21.7mm 116g mangosta "NVLLA SCIENTIA MELIOR MVSICA ANIMAE HARMONIA" Home Theater Gallery My Home Theater Video Last edited by mangosta; 10-16-2011 at 08:21 PM.

02-02-2009, 10:56 AM	#62
liquidice Mad Scientist Member since:Jun 2008 Location:Milwaukee Home Theater Gallery:43 Blu-ray collection:317 Blu-ray reviews:6	Samsung S860 8.1 MegaPixal Tripod mount for all pictures, zero zoom if at all possible, and then toying around with flash, no flash, close up focus, shutter speed, blah blah blah. Only thing that bugs me is I don't know how to get a pic of my setup with the plasma turned off, and not have a refection. My main HT gallery has an angle shot where you can see my stairs and weird globe lamp in the reflection. I may be playing with this tomorrow and re-doing all my pics, well, most of them.

07-14-2011, 10:17 PM	#63
AudioFenix Member Top contributor Member since:Mar 2011 Location:Dallas, TX Home Theater Gallery:15 Blu-ray collection:43 DVD collection:41 PS3 collection:5 PS3 reviews:2 Hardware reviews:1	This thread may be old but I had to chime in since photography is a passion. I use a Nikon D40 and usually just the 18-55 kit lens for HT shots. If possible I'll use the tripod with remote. Hopefully one day I'll be ready to step up to the D7000.

10-15-2011, 01:30 PM	#71
naturephoto1 Blu-ray Ninja Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Breinigsville, PA Home Theater Gallery:241 Blu-ray collection:236	All of the photos in my galleries are taken with a Canon G10 or a small number with a Canon G9 (both cameras are on Kirk L brackets designed for the cameras). Everything is tripod mounted on one of my Gitzo Carbon Fiber Tripods and an electronic release. Rich Richard A. Nelridge http://www.nelridge.com HDTV Pioneer Elite Kuro PRO-111FD TT/Arm Teres Certus 450/Teres Illius Cart/Phono Pre Soundsmith Strain Gauge/Soundsmith 410 Amp 1st Watt M2 Cond. 3 Panamx M5400-PM Modded: Amps 3 Aragon Palladium 1K, Krell KAV-250a/3 Pre/Pro Onkyo 5508 Pre ARC LS10 BDP/CD NuForce OPPO 83SE/Denon 5910CI DAC Lavry DA10 R2R Ampex 440C/B FM Sansui TU-9900 Speakers OMA NYer/Nola/Dahlquist Sub 2 Epik Conquest Racks Adona Wire TimePortal, WW, AP, EA Treats GIK Last edited by naturephoto1; 10-15-2011 at 01:41 PM.

10-15-2011, 01:39 PM	#72
JJ Blu-ray Baron Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Miami, FL Home Theater Gallery:115 Blu-ray collection:397 PS3 collection:24 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:49	Nikon D3100 w/ a 18-55m and 55-200m lens, tripod and trusty clicker. I need a 12mm or some sort of wide-angle lens something awful. ███ ♠ - I didn't say that. Lee Majors did. ================ Sonus Faber - Pioneer Elite - Epik - Emotiva - Sony Orbis non Sufficit

10-15-2011, 03:43 PM	#74
Johnny Vinyl Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:At the crossroad of Vintage Lane & 2CH Avenue Home Theater Gallery:27 Blu-ray collection:172 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:7	I use a simple Canon PowerShot A710 point-and-shoot camera that I've had for close to 5 years now. I think it's time for an upgrade, but I'd like a DSLR this time..... Is it a good idea to buy a used one, or is that not recommended for cameras? John - I love the smell of vinyl in the morning! My personal motto: "Live Life! Leave A Legacy!" I reserve the right to post as a member. When I post as a Moderator I will select a color depending on my mood! AudioQuest - Genesis - McIntosh - Nottingham - Ortofon - PS Audio - Rega - Valab/King

10-15-2011, 04:09 PM	#75
2LOW4U Member Member since:Jan 2011 Location:Prince Edward Island, Canada. Home Theater Gallery:6 Blu-ray collection:5 DVD collection:3	No Photos Uploaded to my profile yet, it will be with my Trusty Nikon D40 DSLR and Stock 18-55 MM Lens. LG 42" LK520 LCD. Onkyo HT RC360. Polk RTi A3 Bookshelf Speakers. Polk CSi A4 Center Channel. Quest Surrounds. Samsung C6500 Blu-Ray Player. SVS PC12NSD Sub.

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