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Low-light city landscape photo problems

Started Feb 11, 2020 | Photos thread
Morris0
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Re: Low-light city landscape photo problems
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I agree with everything stated before me.  The use of very long exposures is usually to smooth things such as moving water or smear clouds.  Your shutter speed was too slow smear the clouds and long enough to demonstrate that you have a support issue.  There is a decent amount of vertical camera shake visible and a small amount of horizontal shake.  Your tripod and/or head were not up to the task.  You can test your tripod and head by doing the following:

Mount your camera with the same lens you used.  Lock down the head and press down on the front of your lens or lens hood till you become concerned that you are about to break something.  Then quickly let go.  The camera should snap up and stop.  If there is any vibration at all, there is a support issue.  You will need to use trial and error to determine which component(s) are causing the issue.  Support is an area where many beginners try and save money and the result is all too frequently "buy cheap, buy twice!"

If you are not sure which component is causing the support issue, check reviews and look for the complaints.

Morris

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