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My name is Simon d'Entremont and I'm a professional wildlife and nature photographer from Eastern Canada. In this video I'll show you how to get great the perfect exposure every time. I'll even show you how to ETTR, that is, Expose To The Right.
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Getting your metering right will help too! Check out my video on that. czcams.com/video/cXpbzifLh88/video.htmlsi=5QCAlxWHROqEFQNe
Simon, do you still shoot film, weather medium format or 35mm film or is it exclusively digital? If so or if not why? Thoughts. Sentimentally, the pentax K1000 holds a place in my heart as is was what I innitally learned photography with in the early 90's
@@atruceforbruce5388 I’m a strictly digital guy who learned in the digital era. It’s also convenient for me and flexible.
@@simon_dentremont much respect.
Very helpful.
IT IS OFFICIAL. You are the greatest photography teacher in the history of the world. 📸😃👍🏻
Haha that’s too kind!
@@simon_dentremont Just facts!
I cannot begin to thank Simon enough for his expertise!
lol, right
Ex-Combat Photojournalist here!
Your explanation of photography and camera techniques are exceptional.
I appreciate you for reigniting my love for this medium enjoyed by many.
The photo community thanks you.
nice!
This fundamental flaw in presenting histogram info on our camera screens has received very little CZcams discussion and absolutely no mention in our camera manuals or camera reviews. As a Canadian I would like to see this channel grow because of Simon's 'cut-2-the-chase' approach in presenting issues we all face in our photography journey.
You mentioning this reminds me why I color correct my gaming videos, i learned about deep darks and whites many years ago, and that I should always be in between 17-235 and things like that. I adjusted since then and sorta like a cinematic color LUT profile for them, making it slightly warm without killing detail wherever else. I hope this wasn't confusing.
Your explanations are a lot easier for amateurs like me to understand. Thankyou
Glad to hear that!
Definitely, it's not that hard to understand. Pretty easy actually, but my Sony phone and my tiny camera's are not complex enough
I like how you say your last name ☺️☺️☺️
D’Entremont should be French.
Hey Simon, the topic is interesting and your explanation is spot on, but I think there are some extra recommendations that can help here. One is to choose a neutral as possible tone for your camera. The histogram is usually based on what the camera has set as final result, so it will differ between Landscape, Portrait, Vivid or whatever other modes the camera manufacturer chooses to name it. The other one is that the histogram will actually represent the data from the JPEG conversion the camera makes to show you the raw data on the screen. It is not representative for the raw data. Why does this matter? Well, based on the mode you choose to have your camera on, it might show you that the (JPEG) data is clipped, while the raw data from the sensor is not. Here, only testing can help, put your camera on a as neutral setting as possible, expose until the camera says it is over exposed and take some sample shots while exposing even more. This is how you find out when exactly the raw data clips and how much can you over expose until you start loosing data. The deeper rabbit hole is sensor technology and ISO invariance. This can maybe have it's own video :)
Great additions!
Fuji users should be careful with film sims/tone curve and the histogram for these reasons. I like to have a super flat profile when I know I’m going to edit the final pics due to exposure
Thank you for this comment! I have been struggling so much when I shoot in RAW because:
1. the histogram shows no blown out highlights
2. the image I am seeing on my LCD looks properly exposed.
So then I look at my photos in Lightroom and my image is very disappointing. I have been trying to find the answer to this and I think this is it, thanks so much!
@@GloriaLiu. Raw files are nearly always disappointing, the need to be developed. The LCD is displaying jpg, which has been developed automatically.
Still finalizing my testing but I’ve been finding from the point my LCD shows clipping I can add two stops+ of exposure and still have plenty of detail in the highlights after opening the raw file in LR. Definitely worth finding what your own cameras can do
Every time I watch a video of Simon's, I feel like stopping what I'm doing and going out and taking photos.
As a retired photographer that shot film for 20+ years, and had to move to digital in the final years of business, making the transition to digital was quite a challenge. I wish I'd had the benefit of your teaching videos then. I have learned SO MUCH from you. The best instruction video's on You Tube for clear explanation about exposure. Thank you so much! You've taken the stress out of taking pictures, and made it fun.
Welcome!
Digital solution: Auto exposure (A), or Program setting (P) on the dial. Or, "Scene Mode" turn the selector to portrait, sports, pets, landscape, food, candlelight. More fun that way. 🙂
By far the best photography instructor on CZcams. Simple and to the point. I love photography, but I'm not very good at it. I've already improved immensely by using your technics and instruction after a few weeks. Thank you!
I don’t know what I like better, your videos or reading the comments of the passionate community you are creating
I appreciate that
The better post processing products, like Lightroom, get the less I see the need to obsess with getting 'perfect' shots in camera.
Today I don't worry - within reason - about composition or exposure, in-camera. We have the 'Light' sliders for exposure. Shoot 'wide' and crop for composition.
IMO - 'Focus', including stabilization, and 'lighting' in getting 'the' shot are most important.
Congratulations on 304K subs. That is awesome. Last upload 5 days ago you were 298K (I wrote it down because I've seen you skyrocketing). When I told my husband and son, they said 'Of course, he's the best.' We all love your videos, Simon. ATB from Western Australia.
Thanks! Appreciate it!
AUSSIE AUSSIE AUSSIE 😂 queenslander here, if you couldn't tell
I love the way Simon makes me think again about things I already know. Thank you.
As a professional photographer with 35 years of experience, I can tell you, Simon is the best practical photography teacher I have learned from. He has real world experience and the keenest understanding of gear and how it works. He has masterful knowledge of photography both theoretically and practically, and clearly communicates how to use the gear we have to get what we all want: the perfect picture. In his videos, he covers everything from the foundational exposure triangle to the fine tuning of our images, both in camera and in post production using the “actually easy to understand” histogram. Through the years I’ve learned to master my craft in the classroom, from books, paid online courses, CZcams, and, of course, from working as a photographer. Of all the authors, teachers and professional photographers I have learned from, Simon IS the best!
Too kind, and means alot coming from an experienced pro. Many thanks.
So many videos online on the latest expensive gear but this is the sort of important stuff we should all remember.
Very useful tips! Thank you!
One of the all-time greatest videos on the basics of correct exposure, and the options to get there
I just love your "I know you can do it!", Simon 🤩You're a fantastic teacher, thanks!
Thank you! 😃
Your instruction is both concise and thorough. I love how you gave advice with each shooting option. Your videos are constantly so helpful; thanks Simon!
I swear any time I have a question about photography, one of your videos appears to save the day. It’s really quite amazing how many times it’s happened
Very well explained thank you
Great tips, Simon!
What's a great teacher? He knows how to be succinct but get the message across quite accurately and very informatively
Simon, you are one of the very best photographers on here. Your photography is of superb quality and your videos are short and concise and have more information in them than any of the long drawn out videos which I find boring. I learn something from everything you post. Keep them coming!
Just wanted to say that I found your videos on accident earlier in the week but the few I have watched have really helped me. Please keep up the great work!
I really needed this!
Excellent explanation of the subject. Thanks
I tried to watch the video at 1.25x then I realized that 0.75x is better choice, Great Explanation.
Great attitude so honest, only way to learn, be flexible, bend the rules and love the ethical mention!
Thank you very much. You cleared many doubts and inspired me to capture better photos.
Thank you for these videos. Very helpful, and now can’t wait to get out there this weekend and shoot
You’re an amazing Teacher. Thank you!
You're very welcome!
This video explains the fundamentals so great. In my opinion all you need to take great photos and you did an amazing job at showing the concepts
Thanks again. Your videos are really helping this beginner wildlife photographer get things straight in his own mind.
I love this guy🔥 I'm getting better thanks to you my friend!
Very well explained. You are a very good educator.
You are really a great teacher. Many many thanks!
You're very welcome!
I just got into photography, certified beginner, and I find these videos awesome
There is one more important factor, the lens. Not always easy or even possible to change but especially in dark environments switching to a lens with larger aperture can do wonders. You might need to move to anther position and/or crop the photo but you got the photo you wanted!
Myself I often prefer my photos to be a tad on the dark side but then I often take close ups of flowers and don't like post processing - getting the exposure right from the start is part of the fun for me.
Yep, lens with a wide aperture play a BIG role here. With the kit lens that came with your DSLR (and mine too ) you're very limited.
I also prefer photos on the darker side, I do mostly nature and wildlife, but also hate post processing (never find the time). A darker photo automatically looks better compared to a lighter photo, but the tip to shoot as bright as possible as very useful.
ETTR-WOW! Thank You!
Hi Simon, I just found one of your videos today. I know very little about photography. Thank you again for sharing all these tips.
This video is gold to me. It answers several questions i had. Thank you so much.
Thanks for your good tips, greetings from Holland
One of the best explanations on the exposure triangle as it applies to camera settings and decision making I’ve ever seen. I have a friend just starting out in photography. I’m sending him to this 11 minutes of quality content!
Keep up the good work!
great video, Simon. Thank you for this manner of explanation.
As a definite beginner in the world of photography, I find your videos to be very clear, concise and very comprehendible. Thank you for creating such amazing videos that have helped my photography immeasurably. A true asset to the community ❤
What an absolutely incredible video, thank you so much. Seriously, super helpful and amazingly explained
Another great educational video to get the most out of the settings on my camera. Every beginner photographer should definitely watch your videos.
Always a fantastic video. Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
This is one of the most useful videos I've seen on CZcams for improving my photography, thanks for sharing these very useful tips on exposure!
The best Photography channel on CZcams. Thanks again!
Wow, thanks!
You really are the best teacher Simon. I am so grateful that I found you!
Happy to hear that!
I sort of knew this, but now I understamnd it. Thank you!
You're welcome!
This is BY FAR the best place to learn how to EFFECTIVELY improve photography skills. You, sir, are a true master of your craft and a clear/precise teacher.
Wow, thank you!
Great video, very concise and helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
What a great tip getting histogram on my display. While exploring that I found I can also show live view exposure and the exposure scale.
You truly have a gift for teaching, your channel is a goldmine!
Wow, thank you!
Always Great Information and Constructive.
I appreciate that!
amazing video sir.....!Got such clarity about exposure
This is a master class - Thank you .......
hey I actually found this very informative, I look forward to using these new tools to help me move over to some more manual settings... thanks heaps!
Very very valuable.. Thankyou
Simon your videos are the best I've ever used to improve upon the various aspects of my photography. Your explanations are straight forward and easy to understand. The impressive knowledge base you share is a tremendous asset to those of us who want to improve on our skills & enjoyment level. My wife & I will be in Canada June of 2023 on the western side of your beautiful country riding the Rocky Mountaineer train on a 2 week trip through the Canadian Rockies and look forward to capturing this wonderful scenery. Please keep these great videos coming as I enjoy them very much!
I love the fact that this video explained information that was once incomprehensible to me with ease, and within a short amount of time too! Great video!
Glad it was helpful!
One of your best videos. I’m going to watch again and take notes.
Awesome! Thank you!
your explanations are amazings..............thanks
Thank you Simon; I must watch again as your info is pure photography GOLD!
Many thanks!
Well you finally gave me what I needed to understand about ETTR. I've always been hyper sensitive about blowing out my highlights so I under exposed. Going to get over my fear and ETTR. Thanks!
Thank you for sharing real content! Excellent signal-to-noise ratio from an educational perspective. :) I am learning a lot without having to watch 20 looks-cool but low-content videos. Makes me happy. I subscribed to your channel.
Thank You So much ☺️
Interesting. I heard completely different advice around 10 years ago - "Shoot darker because the camera gets more details in dark than in light". I still use it and yes, dace a lot of nosy images. Will try this approach.
The last segment explaining the benefit of ETTR is the most helpful I've found yet to getting the best quality. Thanks.
Very welcome!
I've been taking thousands upon thousands of sports photos with my Sony a9 for years now and I'm the kind of person who just takes something and runs with it without reading the directions so I never knew what that histogram thingie was even for, till now. You have just changed my life! lol
Thank you, always good info here...
Thanks for all you do !!
My pleasure!
Nice tip to shoot brighter but not blown out then in processing make the image darker, I like that!
I always learn something useful when watching your videos. Thank you.
Glad to help
Even though we are in different genres your videos are amazing and can easily be applied to my work. They are teaching me things I may not have understood or had a different thought process on for years. This one is very eye opening, i thought it was the opposite and always shot dark so now I have some adjustments to make. Thank you for the videos. I have gotten a lot out of them, even 10+ years I know I can always learn and improve. This is helping me fine tune things.
I like your explanations, simple and easy to understand. I'm sending a link of your channel to my niece who is starting out.
I’ve tried exposure bracketing in manual to get better pictures of white swans. I tend to shoot hand held so using live mode is not great for a steady hold. Thanks again for you tips to better photos.
Thank you so much sir! This helps newbies like me😊
Most welcome!
One of the best and most influential videos I've seen in a while! Thanks so much, your video's are always so very helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
I found your channel only recently. You explain everything so beautifully and your photos are breathtaking. Thank you.
Glad you like them!
Very interesting as usual ! You taught me to use M and auto Iso. On my R6 I can still over-or underexpose.
Good day, thank you for your vast knowledge. I just got a new Canon rebel T6, and trying to get with it. I just started watching your videos, it has been about 40 years since I played with camera and trying to get back.
I am able to advance to a new level, now that you have explained how to use the histogram when shooting. I have turned on the blinkies! Back button focus, exposure compensation button/dial, and now with histogram info, I am off to the races...with some more practice, I think it will be more intuitive. Thank you so much, Simon
Great topic Simon...... thanks for sharing.
Brilliant tutorial !
Thank you!
Dear Simon, thanks for Your clear explanations!
My pleasure!
Genius tips, I’ve never had it explained so thoroughly & easy to understand. I’ve been starting to turn my passion for landscape/urban photography into something more. I’ve struggled with this, sacrificing f/stops or shutter speed to get exposure right. THANK YOU!!! Can’t wait to check out more of your vids!
Wonderful practical advice -easy to understand and implement. Thanks for sharing your knowledge
Glad it was helpful!
So glad you shared this, there are vids out there that say move the compensation meter to zero for the correct exposure without relating to the histogram. Unfortunately this is what I have been doing. Now understanding pairing the histogram with the comp meter I'll be on my way to much better shots. Thank you!!
So educational! Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!
First time I have heard of ETTR. Thanks
No problem!
Thank you very much Mr Simon I am in TANZANIA
This was really good. Thanks.
Glad you liked it!
Even though this subject is covered all over CZcams, you still manage to organize this topic well and even add some knowledge on top of everything. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
THANK YOU! I UNDERSTAND, I couldn’t find anyone with answers I needed and you answered almost every one of them. I’m a beginner as heck and you really helped me
Glad I could help!
Excellent lesson. I always learn so much from each one and I have been doing this a long time. It’s good to watch them a second time to make sure it sinks in. Repeating them down the line is also useful. Seeing beautiful Canada is just icing on the cake. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful!