web02.fireside.fm Tue, 07 Apr 2026 21:33:32 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) PhotoActive - Episodes Tagged with “Shutter Speed” https://photoactive.fireside.fm/tags/shutter%20speed Fri, 28 May 2021 02:45:00 -0700 Jeff Carlson and Kirk McElhearn discuss photography and the Apple ecosystem. We cover using an iPhone or any other camera with Apple hardware and software, and we welcome photographers to discuss their work. en-us episodic A podcast about photography and the Apple ecosystem. Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn Jeff Carlson and Kirk McElhearn discuss photography and the Apple ecosystem. We cover using an iPhone or any other camera with Apple hardware and software, and we welcome photographers to discuss their work. no photography, podcast, kirk mcelhearn, jeff carlson, cameras, lenses, apple, iPhone, photo editing, photo organization Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn kirk@mcelhearn.com Episode 93: P Is for Professional https://photoactive.fireside.fm/93 bf7c6417-1b85-4725-9c40-bd4454deef1e Fri, 28 May 2021 02:45:00 -0700 Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn 93 P Is for Professional full Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn Do you capture photos using your camera’s automatic modes, or do you shoot using manual settings? Jeff and Kirk debate both approaches, looking at situations where each is appropriate and clarifying which features constitute “auto” modes. 37:00 no Do you capture photos using your camera’s automatic modes, or do you shoot using manual settings? Jeff and Kirk debate both approaches, looking at situations where each is appropriate and clarifying which features constitute “auto” modes. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-93-p-mode)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 89: Buttons and Knobs (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-89-buttons) Opinion: Do we really need all those buttons and dials? (https://www.dpreview.com/opinion/7523560589/opinion-do-we-really-need-all-those-buttons-and-dials), Kirk’s article at DPReview David Hockney: The Arrival of Spring, Normandy, 2020, Royal Academy of Arts (https://www.royalacademy.org.uk/exhibition/david-hockney) David Hockney: The Arrival of Spring, Normandy 2020 Hardback (https://shop.royalacademy.org.uk/ra-edit/exhibitions/david-hockney-the-arrival-of-spring-normandy/david-hockney-the-arrival-of-spring-normandy-2020-hb) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Glide Gear TMP100 Adjustable iPad/ Tablet/ Smartphone Teleprompter (https://amzn.to/3fi8lgg) Kirk: Spring Is Not Cancelled (https://amzn.to/3wAVUls), David Hockney and Martin Gayford Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. photography, podcast, kirk mcelhearn, jeff carlson, cameras, lenses, apple, iPhone, photo editing, photo organization, aperture, shutter speed, exposure triangle, exposure compensation Do you capture photos using your camera’s automatic modes, or do you shoot using manual settings? Jeff and Kirk debate both approaches, looking at situations where each is appropriate and clarifying which features constitute “auto” modes.

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]]> Episode 71: The Exposure Square https://photoactive.fireside.fm/71 baf6c011-312d-402c-b38d-f8318de941af Fri, 03 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0700 Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn 71 The Exposure Square full Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn You may be familiar with the Exposure Triangle for determining exposure in photos, which is made up of ISO, aperture, and shutter speed. In this episode, Kirk explains that it's actually an Exposure Square we need to consider. We also discover the limits of Jeff's knowledge of film photography terms, since his photographic experience is almost entirely digital. 36:06 no You may be familiar with the Exposure Triangle for determining exposure in photos, which is made up of ISO, aperture, and shutter speed. In this episode, Kirk explains that it's actually an Exposure Square we need to consider. We also discover the limits of Jeff's knowledge of film photography terms, since his photographic experience is almost entirely digital. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-71-exposure-square)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode #8: Gordon Laing on Taking Great Photos In Camera (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-8-gordon-laing) ISO (Wikipedia) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Film_speed#Digital_camera_ISO_speed_and_exposure_index) Aperture (Wikipedia) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aperture) Weegee (Wikipedia) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weegee) Why Your Camera Makes Airplane Propellers Look So Weird (http://resourcemagonline.com/2015/11/why-your-camera-makes-airplane-propellers-look-so-weird/60421/), Resource Magazine Episode #70: One-Light Portraits with Sandra Coan (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-70-coan) Video call quality: webcam vs iPhone vs DSLR (https://jeffcarlson.com/2020/06/04/video-call-quality-webcam-vs-iphone-vs-dslr/), by Jeff Carlson How to look your best on a video call (https://reincubate.com/support/how-to/look-best-webcam-video/), by Jeff Carlson Our Snapshots: Jeff: Dazzne Video LED Lights (https://amzn.to/3e246Ss) Kirk: Flash: The Making of Weegee the Famous (https://amzn.to/2BBO6cm) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. photography, podcast, kirk mcelhearn, jeff carlson, cameras, lenses, apple, iPhone, photo editing, photo organization, exposure triangle, shutter speed, aperture, iso You may be familiar with the Exposure Triangle for determining exposure in photos, which is made up of ISO, aperture, and shutter speed. In this episode, Kirk explains that it's actually an Exposure Square we need to consider. We also discover the limits of Jeff's knowledge of film photography terms, since his photographic experience is almost entirely digital.

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]]> You may be familiar with the Exposure Triangle for determining exposure in photos, which is made up of ISO, aperture, and shutter speed. In this episode, Kirk explains that it's actually an Exposure Square we need to consider. We also discover the limits of Jeff's knowledge of film photography terms, since his photographic experience is almost entirely digital.

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]]> Episode 28: Low-Light Photography https://photoactive.fireside.fm/28 3f6ec1b0-aaf0-4832-9620-3439932fad6f Fri, 07 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0800 Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn 28 Low-Light Photography full Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn The winter months are dark for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, so how do you create good photos in dimly lit environments? Your camera wants to make the best exposure possible, but in low-light situations, that can lead to long shutter speeds and blurry camera motion. Kirk and Jeff cover the many options for dealing with dark scenes in this episode. 27:24 no The winter months are dark for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, so how do you create good photos in dimly lit environments? Your camera wants to make the best exposure possible, but in low-light situations, that can lead to long shutter speeds and blurry camera motion. Kirk and Jeff cover the many options for dealing with dark scenes in this episode. Sponsor Luma Labs - Everyone needs a camera strap that is both comfortable and practical. The Luma Loop lets you carry your camera as a sling or snug to your body when you’re not using it. The Luma Loop’s mounting hardware is custom designed so you don’t have to choose between a strap or a tripod mount. Get 10% off any purchase with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://luma-labs.com (https://luma-labs.com/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-28-low-light)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Amazon Basics Monopod (https://amzn.to/2Um0wK7) An Introduction to the Inverse Square Law (https://digital-photography-school.com/an-introduction-to-the-inverse-square-law/), Digital Photography School Episode #21 - HDR (High Dynamic Range) Photography (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-21-hdr) Luma Labs from the factory floor Instagram account (https://www.instagram.com/lumalabsllc/) Night Sight camera update for Pixel 3 is awesome (https://www.cnet.com/news/night-sight-camera-update-for-pixel-3-is-awesome/), CNET Leica M10 Sample Images (https://www.photographyblog.com/previews/leica_m10_photos/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Strobist (http://strobist.blogspot.com/) Kirk: Grant Simon Rogers (https://www.instagram.com/grantsimonrogers/) (Instagram) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. photography, podcast, kirk mcelhearn, jeff carlson, cameras, lenses, apple, iPhone, photo editing, photo organization, low-light, iso, shutter speed, aperture, dark shooting, a shot in the dark The winter months are dark for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, so how do you create good photos in dimly lit environments? Your camera wants to make the best exposure possible, but in low-light situations, that can lead to long shutter speeds and blurry camera motion. Kirk and Jeff cover the many options for dealing with dark scenes in this episode.

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Luma Labs - Everyone needs a camera strap that is both comfortable and practical. The Luma Loop lets you carry your camera as a sling or snug to your body when you’re not using it. The Luma Loop’s mounting hardware is custom designed so you don’t have to choose between a strap or a tripod mount. Get 10% off any purchase with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://luma-labs.com

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