sclamb Posted March 22, 2010 Share #21 Posted March 22, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) IMHO, the only value of the preview is to check frame + exposure. The rest happens when you get home doesn't it? Critical assessment of focus on a 2.5" screen is a nonsense isn't it? Best, I agree about not using the screen for critical focus assessment. I have many times looked at pictures on the LCD and thought that they didn't look very sharp (which initially made me very unhappy about my 24/1.4). However, once loaded onto the Mac and viewed in C1 they were very sharp indeed. The LCD is useful for seeing if the framing is OK and if the highlights are blown (although the latter is not always 100% accurate) but not for much more than that. Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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bybrett Posted March 22, 2010 Share #22 Posted March 22, 2010 I agree about not using the screen for critical focus assessment. I have many times looked at pictures on the LCD and thought that they didn't look very sharp (which initially made me very unhappy about my 24/1.4). However, once loaded onto the Mac and viewed in C1 they were very sharp indeed. The LCD is useful for seeing if the framing is OK and if the highlights are blown (although the latter is not always 100% accurate) but not for much more than that. Simon I also agree with you. And therefore no justification in trading a bigger jpg for zoom quality for unsharp full screen previews in FW 1.116. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
neli Posted March 22, 2010 Share #23 Posted March 22, 2010 We do help them to learn, that's how I know that histograms are not top on the list when you buy M9. And I agree with you that the preview is to check frame (composition) and exposure. The histogram for me is a greater tool in post processing because it can be manipulated. All I am saying is that 1.002 gives a more accurate rendition of the preview because it's sharp, whereas 1.116 is never sharp in auto preview (3 or 5 seconds). It's a retrograde step to have an unsharp full preview for the benefit of a sharper zoom. (I rarely zoom to check focus). interesting, i go the opposite way i guess. i have auto preview turned off and only use it if i think i may have not gotten the focus, then i use the zoom to make sure i nailed the frame. by that time the previews have rendered. i hadn't even noticed the behavior that this thread is about. not that it's better, i just hadn't noticed. best cornelius Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlesphoto99 Posted March 22, 2010 Author Share #24 Posted March 22, 2010 I didn't really mean this to devolve into the chimp vs non-chimp debate. Each has it's pros and cons and most pros I know do both depending on the situation. It's generally amateurs that will allow chimping to become more important than actually engaging the subject and capturing the moment. There are some situations where the histogram is useless unless one zooms in. Here's an example. I'm getting used to the out of focus preview and besides, if I've missed the focus, it's a done deal anyway with a moving subject. But I do appreciate with digital the ability to keep a quick eye on the lighting and exposure. But not to the detriment of getting the shot. Even if one has it on auto preview it doesn't mean one has to look at every shot. But it's nice when one does need a quick glance it's there without having to push buttons which really takes you out of the moment and less prepared for the next shot. 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/115876-new-fw-slow-display-redraw/?do=findComment&comment=1269167'>More sharing options...
bybrett Posted March 22, 2010 Share #25 Posted March 22, 2010 I didn't really mean this to devolve into the chimp vs non-chimp debate... / I'm getting used to the out of focus preview . In a nutshell this is where we are with 1.116. It depends on your priorities. New owners will have to figure it out for themselves. Cheers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted March 22, 2010 Share #26 Posted March 22, 2010 I Even if one has it on auto preview it doesn't mean one has to look at every shot. But it's nice when one does need a quick glance it's there without having to push buttons which really takes you out of the moment and less prepared for the next shot.That is why the hold-the-shutterbutton preview is so nice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sclamb Posted March 22, 2010 Share #27 Posted March 22, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) Yes, the holding the shutter button for preview is a very nice feature. So easy to chimp as and when you wish. Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlesphoto99 Posted March 22, 2010 Author Share #28 Posted March 22, 2010 That is why the hold-the-shutterbutton preview is so nice. Yes, unless one forgets to hold down the button! (I tried it and just found it easier to stick with the 3 sec auto. Nice to have the option though). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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