I would like to capture the flame out of a pistol being fired by a friend. For dramatic effect, I want to shoot at dusk. This will be low-tech, so timing will be the largest challenge.
I am thinking of a wide aperture, low ISO, slow shutter (like 1/2 second), and an exposure that, without the flame or flash would be quite dark, but not completely black. Maybe a touch of flash if the flame does not adequately light the subject, but I'd rather not. Maybe back-lit?
Thanks for the EXIF, Jerald. I agree on the shutter speed. But like pb said, "good ole fashion timing."
I have an old .357 revolver with a 6" barrel. It blows a little flame when using .38 special ammo. But it is impressive when using .357. I want to capture that.
Yes all about the timing. I do a lot of Cowboy Mounted Shooting and the goal is to catch as much flame as possible. TIP: If you hear the gun shot you are too late.
Why not just go at it like capturing lighting or fireworks and open the shutter after the sound close the shutter. I would think it would be easier in low light as this would allow you to leave the shutter open longer without blowing the highlights, or just use a nd filter
