Correct settings on low light...???

[elmzarcega]

hi guys...i need your expertise on how to have a great sharp images in a low light condition e.g. inside my house at night using only not so bright circular flourescent lamp...? i find big difference in quality of image comparing to shooting outdoor in sunlight...BUT how come i see some uploaded pics here which was taken from their house too which are really sharp...

advise pls..

 

[ExplorerZ]

hi guys...i need your expertise on how to have a great sharp images in a low light condition e.g. inside my house at night using only not so bright circular flourescent lamp...? i find big difference in quality of image comparing to shooting outdoor in sunlight...BUT how come i see some uploaded pics here which was taken from their house too which are really sharp...

advise pls..

flash? tripod? high ISO? fast lens? too many reason...

 

[kelccm]

For the best low light image, mount your camera on a sturdy tripod, use the lowest iso, and take your pic either using a remote release or the timer.

 

[ortega]

low light situations will mean slower shutter speed and the possibility of camera shake
so a good tripod is necessary to counter that

 

[zoossh]

basic principle.

1. recreate high intensity light
- framing at a composition that gives overall bright exposure (limiting flexibility of composition)
- increase light temporarily by flash (may be harsh if direct)

2. maximise rate of light collection
- using larger aperture (limited by maximum aperture of lens, insufficient DOF for subject)

3. maximise efficiency of light collection
- using higher ISO (limited by maximum ISO of body, associated with noise)

4. compensate low light by increasing shutter duration to slowly accumulate light on sensor
- and cope with stability at prolonged shutter speed. e.g. using tripod, avoid contact vibration, avoid mirror vibration

point 1 to 3 are used without increasing shutter duration, whereas point 4 may require support equipments such as a tripod