Who’s up for another “Tips” blog post? Today I wanted to respond to a question from my good friend Heather from Birmingham. She wrote in response to the Aperture blog post: “Ben, this is awesome. One thing I hear a lot of different opinions about is ISO. Maybe you could comment on that sometime? I’ve…
As promised, I thought I would start writing & organizing some content to provide insight on photography, how-to’s, business, resources, etc. Today’s post is in response to a question asked on Facebook concerning depth of field, aka aperture. Chris sent the following: “I have been trying to get some new pictures of our staff here…
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Ben, this is awesome. One thing I hear a lot of different opinions about is ISO. Maybe you could comment on that sometime? I’ve heard some people say that an ISO > 400 is never ideal b/c of “noise” in the background, but if you want an indoor pic sans flash sometimes that’s the only option. Is it possible to use a higher ISO and still get a good quality photo that is able to be enlarged?
Thanks a lot Ben! I took a photography class at UM and remember some of these terms but could never seem to remember what was what or how to use any of that knowledge on a real camera. Your explanation was simple and helpful (a lot less confusing than the class, and less expensive!). I now need to simply try to put your tips into practice, figuring it all out on my camera (I might go read up on my owners manual as you suggested). I will also try to read up on some of the other links you provided. Of course, I might need to go shopping for a new lens now (Erin’s excited about that!!!). Thanks again for your help. If I can start to get this figured out I might send you some pics to see what you think.
Thanks for the tips Ben…I am trying to learn more of these techniques!!! I was gifted a digital about a year ago and I’m still learning all the in and outs!!! Happy Friday!
EXCELLENT, Ben! Best and easiest explanation I’ve ever read or heard! I’m going to share your post link with some friends of mine who’ve been asking me photography questions because yours is more in “laymans” terms! 
Keep em’ coming!
Isn’t it true we all would wish for increased productivity & efficiency?! I listened yesterday to a TED talk on productivity (via Michael Hyatt’s blog | btw… one of my favorite blogs!!) & the presenter, Jason Fried, argued that “Work doesn’t happen at work.” I was intrigued & it led to a bit of introspection…
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@Jack, thanks! The pen I use is the Pilot V Ball Grip Extra Fine. I usually buy a pack of 3 & they last me quite a while; plus, they’re pretty inexpensive!
Hey, I’ve been looking for a good one for a Moleskine, and the pen that you’re using looks nice. What one do you use?
So will you patent that and send me a give me a copy?!!
You would probably gag if you saw mine…chicken scratch really on a normal spiral lined notebook. It is the only thing that gives me space to wrote down my every-single-thought. I am tempted to take a pic and send it to you. I am o.c.d in a different way. A messier and less legible way. But it is all there and organized in my own way…
Cheers to you and your organized and neat o.c.d. !
And like you…my spiral notebook is also my brain. Except mine has food, coffee, kids drawings in and on it. lol !
If i would just learn a thing or two from this awesome man. my purse might not be a mess..or my makeup bag or my closet shelf…mr. Organization, please address these as I am aware many of your “followers” are women like myself.. I am so blessed to have such a man as my hubs..I a thankful for your o c d…
Following Ansel & Lisa’s Key Largo, FL wedding, Joy & I (along with our partners in action, the Princes) decided it would be a shame to be so close to the beach & not stay for a few days. We’re strategic like that! So… we planned beforehand to spend the remainder of the week at…
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Thank you for the tips Ben! Keep em’ comin’! We love you!
The 50 f/1.2… ahhhh!!! There are only a few phrases available in the English language that convey how much I love my new camera lens. I find myself saying things like, “Are you kidding me?”, “Duuuuuddddeee, that’s amazing!”, “It’s a beautiful thing… simply beautiful” & “Wicky, wicky, uh!” (sorry… when I get really excited I…
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Ben! These look amazing!!! It is hilarious how much Knox does not only look like you but have your facial expressions too! haha! So cute. I keep trying to find a reason for you to take some pics for me. Maybe I can get you to take some pics of me and the Sulley dog or something? Still haven’t gotten the camera…it’s not in stock anywhere. I’ll let you know when I do though!
This post is great! I love the picture quality….the new lens must be wonderful!
Love these photos!
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Emily Grace - Your videos are really helpful, and your way of presenting definitely diffuses the tension that can come with trying to learn and apply information. Love it that your filming them in the mirror.
Heather - Thanks Ben! That’s definitely helpful to me, especially to encourage me to “think outside the box”. I feel so freed up now to try to use ISO when aperture alone isn’t getting me the shutter speed I need. And yes, I have a new appreciation for the grainy look. It does add a uniqueness to the photo. Thanks so much for answering my question, and so quickly!!