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Well on that one the horizon is a bit of a giveaway - I was pointing down a bit, and then straightened everything up in post. But the key thing here is that if you're trying to shoot something that is significantly above your horizon, the rotors can ruin the shot. For that frame, the idea was to fly at 300m so that all the other tall buildings in view didn't break the horizon line.Thanks Gerald. I was hoping you'd jump in here
As long as I don't need anything faster than 1/500 I think I should be fine. I will just have to work with whatever lighting prevails.
You said you were shooting straight out. Any thoughts on having the lens dropped 10mm and still shoot straight out? It is not ideal, but I am hoping this might give a slightly different perspective than the usual "pointed down" look.
Written 11 years ago for Sportsshooter.com - but still solid information about first time aerials.Cameron Davidson shoots with an Arca TC and Leaf Credo 60.
He is a member here so he might see this thread and share his experience.
Like this?Now I use to hang out of these things door wide open all the time.
The article was written 11 years ago and while gear and software will change, the realities of aerial photography have stayed the same: safety first.That is a great article, Cameron! Thank you for letting us know about it. I presume some things have change now: for example, I don't think you use Delorme Software and SunPath? There is the Photographer's Ephemeric website and Google, am I right?
I think the thing missing from the article is the discussion about equipment and exposure settings as well as framing.
Like this?
http://marcstpierre.zenfolio.com/img/s3/v2/p562117079-5.jpg
How does that work?
Written 11 years ago for Sportsshooter.com - but still solid information about first time aerials.
First Time Aerials
I shoot with Nikons and my Alpa TC/Leaf Credo 60in the air. I always use a gyroscope. You can rent them from Kenyon Labs or many rental houses. I use a Kenyon 4x4 and/or a KS-8. (I own both) I occasionally shoot Hasselblad for aerials.
The article should answer most of your questions about aerials. The biggest key is working with your pilot. Choose someone who understands photography and has flown many photo missions - it is a partnership while you are in the air.
Also - stay out of the Robbie R-22 helicopter - it is a trainer and is not suitable for aerial photography - I don't care what anyone else tells you or what they claim as experience. I've been shooting aerials for thirty-five years and I will not fly in an R-22. My choice is a turbine machine such as an AStar, Jet Ranger or MD 500. An R44 is a fine machine with the right pilot. The Schweitzer 300 is also good with the right pilot.
Hope this helps.
Most welcome.Cameron
I just want to say a big thank you for that article - it's really great information. I've been considering doing aerial shooting for a while but have felt instinctively very cautious about it. Your article confirms why!