grapeiris Posted February 6, 2009 Share #1 Posted February 6, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hello. I introduced myself a week ago when I received my new D-lux 4. I love it. I have a question about the b&W modes. When would you use Dynamic b&w vs. standard or smooth? Obviously this is all new to me. I've been using dynamic w/ varying results. This is one of the better images. I look forward to hearing from you. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/76200-d-lux-4-what-bw-setting-to-use/?do=findComment&comment=801908'>More sharing options...
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offshore Posted February 7, 2009 Share #2 Posted February 7, 2009 Hi, I have the Panasonic LX3, which many here would argue is not the same camera, but shares many of the same features and I typically use Dynamic B&W but have recently fallen for the Film Grain mode and now shoot most B&W in that mode. Drawbacks are no RAW and small file size (2MP) but if you process it through the PS CS RAW file convertor and save it as a TIFF you can print 13X19. Here's an example taken on a foggy day. Enjoy your camera and experiment with it you have nothing to lose but a little time. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/76200-d-lux-4-what-bw-setting-to-use/?do=findComment&comment=801919'>More sharing options...
grapeiris Posted February 7, 2009 Author Share #3 Posted February 7, 2009 I like that film grain mode. I don't recognize that so need to see if I have it on my camera. That is a style I'd be interested in for some of my shots if I can do the conversion. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
offshore Posted February 7, 2009 Share #4 Posted February 7, 2009 I like that film grain mode. I don't recognize that so need to see if I have it on my camera. That is a style I'd be interested in for some of my shots if I can do the conversion. On the Leica it's called something else (scratchy film or noisy film) and is in the Scene modes. Also if you have Pinhole mode try that it is also a trip. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapeiris Posted February 7, 2009 Author Share #5 Posted February 7, 2009 On the Leica it's called something else (scratchy film or noisy film) and is in the Scene modes. Also if you have Pinhole mode try that it is also a trip. Pinhole mode? Sounds interesting. Ok, I will look into these and give them a try. This is too much fun! I find I use my dslr for color and if I want b&w I convert but w/ this camera I am enjoying just doing the b&w thing for a while. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
offshore Posted February 7, 2009 Share #6 Posted February 7, 2009 Pinhole mode? Sounds interesting. Ok, I will look into these and give them a try. This is too much fun! I find I use my dslr for color and if I want b&w I convert but w/ this camera I am enjoying just doing the b&w thing for a while. Have fun! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
USA road racer Posted February 7, 2009 Share #7 Posted February 7, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) I found that in my D-Lux 4, if you want to shoot B&W, change the film mode in P then switch to SCN mode. It is the last icon on the list and it's called film grain. Takes fantastic photos! I really do like the foggy tree photo, should get printed & displayed in some one's home! Great work! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
biglouis Posted February 7, 2009 Share #8 Posted February 7, 2009 I like shooting up to iso3200 on Dynamic B&W. Got some very successful captures of my son's rock band in very difficult lighting situations using this setting. I actually prefer the b&w output of the LX3 to the colour. LouisB Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
offshore Posted February 8, 2009 Share #9 Posted February 8, 2009 I found that in my D-Lux 4, if you want to shoot B&W, change the film mode in P then switch to SCN mode. It is the last icon on the list and it's called film grain. Takes fantastic photos! I really do like the foggy tree photo, should get printed & displayed in some one's home! Great work! Thank you! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
petewayne Posted February 8, 2009 Share #10 Posted February 8, 2009 Another way which gives you greater control over the final image is to shoot RAW and then convert the image using PSCS or Nik Silver Efex or any of the other programs. In camera conversions are always going to be as the manufacturer dictates rather than allowing creative freedom. For me the trick is to "see" the black and white image when you shoot which minimises the PP; I use Nik Silver Efex for PP and other than selecting possibly a filter, the only real work I do is with the tone adjustment thus minimising my workflow........btw I much prefer to take images than play in the digital darkroom Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davecsl Posted July 15, 2009 Share #11 Posted July 15, 2009 Hi grapeiris, great shot you have there. I am also just new to the Dlux-4, as you try out the different B/W settings, do you use manual focus or auto? thx Davecsl Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted July 15, 2009 Share #12 Posted July 15, 2009 I would be interested to hear if anybody does. On small sensor cameras AF seems the way to go. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
antistatic Posted July 16, 2009 Share #13 Posted July 16, 2009 I like shooting up to iso3200 on Dynamic B&W.... I actually prefer the b&w output of the LX3 to the colour. LouisB I agree. Especially at high iso, the noise is quite grain-like. Like Tri-X lite Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
regedit Posted July 16, 2009 Share #14 Posted July 16, 2009 When I have time to compose the picture I prefer to use manual focus. First, I let the camera to take focus by pressing upper focus button (it's fast and constructive). Then I tweak focus with joystick to obtain sometimes soft-focus style images. On the other hand I notice that camera tend to go on hyper-focal for long distance focus (which quite natural) and remove the bokeh. With manual focus you can keep subject in focus but remove a little bit far background. Anyway, it's about taste and time you have to take a photo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted July 16, 2009 Share #15 Posted July 16, 2009 I'm still experimenting with various modes...haven't landed on just one that suits consistently. Mostly, therefore, I shoot RAW, then use PP to get to desired result. To Jaap's comment, I sometimes zone focus (per Sean Reid's suggested technique) when doing "street work," and wanting quick response. The DOF allows more room for error than on my M8.2. Also, while I haven't yet had occasion, I think MF could be useful at night or indoors to be more discreet shooting people without light beam. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
regedit Posted July 17, 2009 Share #16 Posted July 17, 2009 Light beam can be closed from the menu also in AF mode. I prefer a probably slow focus or just no focus found (just one time from what I recall) instead of playing jedi with camera and a red annoying beam. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mingmac Posted October 11, 2009 Share #17 Posted October 11, 2009 I normally use Dynamic B&W. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boon113 Posted October 12, 2009 Share #18 Posted October 12, 2009 I tend to use Dynamic B&W where light is adequate, and STD B&W in lower light condition as the dynamc will black out some detail where light is not enough. i got my d-lux 4 just a week ago, and very unsatisfied with AF. Does anyone has tips for better focusing in AF mode? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill Posted October 12, 2009 Share #19 Posted October 12, 2009 i got my d-lux 4 just a week ago, and very unsatisfied with AF. Does anyone has tips for better focusing in AF mode? What version of firmware are you using? Regards, Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
prk60091 Posted October 12, 2009 Share #20 Posted October 12, 2009 i just shoot in color and convert using silver efex pro by nik software Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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