Something quiet and simple from a recent outing.
I really enjoy how the driftwood leads into the frame and how the long exposure softened the mood.
Always appreciate thoughts
epphoto wrote:
I remember the shutter was 2 minutes
f/8 100 ISO
I always try to do 120 seconds exposure sometimes i do longer if the clouds barely moving
Thank you. What was lens and focal length if you dont mind.
J. Pow wrote:
Thank you. What was lens and focal length if you dont mind.
Joel
Nikon z7ii with 24-120mm
To be honest, I don’t like to get too caught up in listing numbers like focal length, aperture, and shutter speed because those settings change constantly depending on the environment, the light, and the exact moment. What really matters is being out there and understanding what you want to capture.
For example, if you’re aiming for a long exposure effect, I’ve found that around a 2-minute exposure works very well, and then I adjust everything else around the conditions. But the settings themselves aren’t the secret — it’s more about adapting to the scene in front of you, because nature changes every second.
