Re: Understanhding Exposure
OOOPPPPPSSSS More, (I pushed the wrong button)
Digital cameras have different exposure response issues from film...and they are many depending upon the kind of sensor.....and how the manufacturer has "tweaked" it for his particular camera.
Fortunately, none of this is really a big issue. Forget the classic zone system. I taught Adam's Zone System for College of New Caledonia, and also Island Mountain School of Art...I only mention that to establish a credential in the subject....if you don't name names lots of people will doubt your statements. OK. Generally your cameras exposure system will work adequately on most subjects automatically.......the main thing is to be on the lookout for over-exposure, as it is almost irretrievable.....and also ensure that you aren't asking the camera to capture a dynamic range which is simply beyond its ability.
My advice is to take a preliminary exposure.....LOOK at it....THINK about it....and adjust up or down as needed. That's going to take care of 90% of everything you do.
The other ten percent is usually handled by you using additional lighting, or HDR.
Now wer'e up to about 98% of everything youll ever shoot.
And that last 2% is going to be interesting for you.
But....honestly......the classic Zone System is NOT the tool in digital exposure.....Bob
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