lemon67 Posted June 23, 2009 Share #1 Posted June 23, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hey, I am a very new D-lux 4 user. I have taken a few test shots, some inside my bedroom with various settings, and a few shots outside on a sunny day and a few macros of flowers on the same sunny day. What these shots have given me are at highest res, they are quite noisy, and not as sharp and noise free as I have seen in many peoples shots from this camera. I am not an amateur photographer, but I dont know why im getting these results from this camera so far. I know I didn't make a bad decision with this camera because I have seen some very impressive results. All of the files ive been looking at are jpegs that ive taken directly off the card and the iso's range from 80 to 400 in bright light to medium low light. I would love some insight in how people are captureing beautiful crisp shots in this camera, it has led me to believe there are specific things to do to d-lux 4 shots on the computer to improve them. but even on the camera, for instance whites of clouds yield to much noise for my liking when I have seen very crisp and smooth results from other's shots. Help would be much appreciated. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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John Thawley Posted June 23, 2009 Share #2 Posted June 23, 2009 Hey, I am a very new D-lux 4 user. I have taken a few test shots, some inside my bedroom with various settings, and a few shots outside on a sunny day and a few macros of flowers on the same sunny day. What these shots have given me are at highest res, they are quite noisy, and not as sharp and noise free as I have seen in many peoples shots from this camera. I am not an amateur photographer, but I dont know why im getting these results from this camera so far. I know I didn't make a bad decision with this camera because I have seen some very impressive results. All of the files ive been looking at are jpegs that ive taken directly off the card and the iso's range from 80 to 400 in bright light to medium low light. I would love some insight in how people are captureing beautiful crisp shots in this camera, it has led me to believe there are specific things to do to d-lux 4 shots on the computer to improve them. but even on the camera, for instance whites of clouds yield to much noise for my liking when I have seen very crisp and smooth results from other's shots. Help would be much appreciated. Putting aside the description you've attempted here, a picture would speak a thousand words. How about a sample image or two? Also, if you can make sure the EXIF data is intact, there's a lot of tell-tail information that could provide a few clues as to what's causing the problem. JT Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lemon67 Posted June 23, 2009 Author Share #3 Posted June 23, 2009 Haha, sorry for my word jumble. Here are the images straight from the camera in High res: http://www.colonyofbees.com/leicatest/L1000074.jpg http://www.colonyofbees.com/leicatest/L1000084.jpg http://www.colonyofbees.com/leicatest/L1000081.jpg Notice the dark spots in the clouds, there is strange noise there, and I don't understand why the focus on the trees is not more crisp, and then although the grass shot is not to bad, at high res the soft focus depth of field is quite noisy, and it seems although in good focus, the subject could be sharper or more crisp, but without adding more noise I dont know why it looks this way, should I be getting shots like this? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybarton Posted June 23, 2009 Share #4 Posted June 23, 2009 I'm afraid your links don't work. Post the images directly in the forum. And welcome! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Thawley Posted June 23, 2009 Share #5 Posted June 23, 2009 These files were too big to display within the page. However, I see nothing wrong with this image. http://www.colonyofbees.com/leicatest/L1000074.JPG This is just an image no one would take. The bottom is underexposed, the top is over exposed. There is nothing technically wrong with the image... there is a lot wrong with the photography. The file(s) are clean. http://www.colonyofbees.com/leicatest/L1000081.JPG The third image loaded for me once... but not again. It was the same as the second image only worse. Nothing personal, but the second two had nothing to do with the camera. No camera on earth could handle those circumstances. If you shoot at the sky, parts of the sky will be blown out and every thing below the sky will be grossly underexposed. If you are seeing issues with the blades of grass... it must be your monitor or the software you are using for viewing. JT Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Thawley Posted June 23, 2009 Share #6 Posted June 23, 2009 Haha, sorry for my word jumble. Here are the images straight from the camera in High res: http://www.colonyofbees.com/leicatest/L1000074.JPG http://www.colonyofbees.com/leicatest/L1000084.JPG http://www.colonyofbees.com/leicatest/L1000081.JPG Notice the dark spots in the clouds, there is strange noise there, and I don't understand why the focus on the trees is not more crisp, and then although the grass shot is not to bad, at high res the soft focus depth of field is quite noisy, and it seems although in good focus, the subject could be sharper or more crisp, but without adding more noise I dont know why it looks this way, should I be getting shots like this? Please don't get me wrong... I don't me to offend you. But the two images, honestly, resemble nothing that you would take in a real-world situation. These images are as if you bought a new car, jumped in, put it in drive, put your foot on the gas.... and then complained the car was out of control. Your camera is simply out of control. As I said, the first exposure was fantastic ... with respect to image quality. Art, I suppose if you're a greenskeeper... LOL - but the last two, the camera performed as it should. You really need to sit down, read the manual, start experimenting with real world subjects and photos. You've got a great little camera... but it still needs to be "driven" as it were. JT Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lemon67 Posted June 23, 2009 Author Share #7 Posted June 23, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) Haha, don't judge the photos, I litarally just pointed up in the air and shot without framing or checking exposers. And ya I was too quick to jump on the noise train, ive reviewed some other shots and taken more and I am very happy with it. 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/88788-new-d-lux-4-user-test-shots-are-giving-me-lots-of-noise/?do=findComment&comment=941454'>More sharing options...
Ecaton Posted June 23, 2009 Share #8 Posted June 23, 2009 Is somebody having fun here, or is this thread for real? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted June 23, 2009 Share #9 Posted June 23, 2009 Well, if I read the thread correctly, when one does not want noise on the Dlux4, one needs to overphotoshop an out-of focus shot. However if one does want noise, one must point it up to the sky at nothing in particular. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shootist Posted June 23, 2009 Share #10 Posted June 23, 2009 Is somebody having fun here, or is this thread for real? Not sure. I looked at 2 of the original files the OP posted and zoomed into them, read that as looked at them 100%, and didn't see any noise. I did see bokeh in the form of what I'd sespect from a Leica lens. But with all that none of the shots posted look to be in focus at all. Close on the first 2 but the last one posted by the OP looks to be a close up shot with the camera NOT set to Macro and it is totally overdone in whatever photo editing software he is using. In any event Welcome to the forum. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimmyflorida Posted May 22, 2010 Share #11 Posted May 22, 2010 Hello, I just received my D-Lux 4 as well. I love it! The outside shots I have been taking are wonderful, but my indoor shots do have a ton of noise. I have posted a test shot inside and one outside. Maybe my settings are wrong for indoors. There is a lot to learn on this little camera. Any help would be greatly appreciated. The indoor shot was taken at 1/30 sec @ f/2.0, ISO 400, no flash. KJ 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/88788-new-d-lux-4-user-test-shots-are-giving-me-lots-of-noise/?do=findComment&comment=1331819'>More sharing options...
John Thawley Posted May 27, 2010 Share #12 Posted May 27, 2010 Kimmy: The issue with your last shot is NOT necessarily the fault of the camera. It's horrible shooting conditions and even the best photographer with the best equipment would be challenged to get it right. It's indoors with low light... and yet, it's backlit (the window). I can't see the EXIF data but for what it's worth, the camera did a fair job of averaging the scene. The user (that would be you) could have done a bit better job in holding the camera steady. In a way, unless it was a paid gig shooting hotel rooms for a brochure... or a home for commercial purposes, I just wouldn't have shot the last shot. JT Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lykaman Posted May 27, 2010 Share #13 Posted May 27, 2010 Hi, the "Room" shot, I would have used a few Large Silver & Gold Reflectors.. The room situation is "No Biggy" for someone who understands lighting... I suggest a "Read Up" of lighting/shooting conditions & lots of practice,,record your settings for various situations:- you will always be able to refer to them, eventually remembering them & then you will be able to set up shots automatically............. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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