A BETTER Way To Shoot In Aperture Priority (Street Photography)
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00:00 Intro
01:13 Min Shutter Speed & Auto ISO
03:55 Video Sponsor
05:14 Aperture Values
07:29 Exposure Compensation
10:20 Photometry Settings
14:25 Auto Exposure Lock
@emirdg1901 2 жыл бұрын
Great tips all around and I really appreciate your informative videos; However, as far as I know the Center-Weighted metering mode ignores the focus point (always evaluates the center of an image, regardless of the focus point) as that is exclusive to the Spot-Metering mode, according to the manual/online info I could gather and test myself. Would love to hear your thoughts on this one.
@snapsbyfox 2 жыл бұрын
You are right. I got muddled up. Cheers for bringing it up!
@ritterkeks 2 жыл бұрын
True, there even is an additional setting for changing the latter, called „Interlock spot AE & Focus Area“ - although I think you would usually want to leave this on
@RogiervandenBerg 2 жыл бұрын
@@snapsbyfox Yes, indeed what Emir DG said, but that's why using SPOT on a Fuji is really great. And, with the latest firmware upgrades of the X100V you can even set a dedicated 'toggle' button to switch between e.g. Multi (let's say that this is your default) and spot for these special moments. I'm using the front Fn2 button for "Spot metering lock" to achieve this.
@sjsphotog 8 ай бұрын
Depends on the camera but yes usually that is correct
@RogiervandenBerg 2 жыл бұрын
I use AEL very often, but have it locked (click once to turn on, again to turn off) instead of needing to hold it manually like you showed in the video. That way I can expose once lock the exposure and take multiple images having the exact same exposure, thus creating photos that are more of a series
@garciaon Жыл бұрын
Hi! How do you do that? When I choose "AE Lock Only" as the setting for the AEL button it still requires me to hold it until the picture is taken. Am I maybe missing something?
@liquidsn Жыл бұрын
@@garciaon Hey, I figured it out. you also have to go into SETUP->Button/Dial Setting->pg 2/2 AE/AF-LOCK MODE has to be set to 'on/off switch' That way when you assign a Fn Button to AE Lock Only, it does it.
@HaiTomVlog Жыл бұрын
@@liquidsn Dude thank you! I had been trying to find out how to do this for a while! 🤙🏼
@RogiervandenBerg Жыл бұрын
@@HaiTomVlog Sorry, missed your question 🙈However, my settings are indeed having the AE/AF-LOCK MODE to on/off switch. And besides that, the AELAFL button to AE LOCK ONLY and the Rear Command Dial (pressing that wheel on the back) to AF LOCK ONLY. → This way you can always lock/fixate your exposure with a press of the AEL button, or your focus with pressing the wheel, separately! 👏 And, if you appoint a button (e.g. Fn2: I'm using that little button on the front for this) to SPOT METERING LOCK, you can easily move into a different metering mode; Spot metering. This allows for very precise targeting where to calculate exposure on. Together with AE LOCK, you can then toggle this SPOT METERING to be able to "aim" where you want to lock your exposure on, based on specific things in your frame. So then, the way of working would be: 1) Enable SPOT METERING 2) Aim for where to lock the exposure on to 3) Lock with AE LOCK
@sjsphotog 8 ай бұрын
Good idea. That also will then allow you to use Back button auto focus since you can't hold down 2 buttons at the same time with your thumb if it wasn't set to be a toggle instead of having to keep it pressed down. I think it deepens on the camera model to see if that is possible to make it a toggle or not though....
@harlowpinson5678 2 жыл бұрын
This was extreamly helpful, especially the section on metering settings. I think for the first time, I understand that. Thanks!
@normanwagner7634 9 ай бұрын
OMG - the Holy Guide to photography. Auto ISO, Apertures, Exposure Compensation, Photometry and Auto Exposure Lock CLEARLY explained. We amatures need to focus on these items to achieve a full enjoyment of the process. Don't under estimate of the value your videos have provided to us, the silent photographer!
@EmmerdalePat 2 жыл бұрын
Once I finally got my Tamron 2.8, I always felt that I had to shoot portraits or single items on 2.8...but sometimes the images were too soft. I now have the confidence to shoot them on 4, and the images are lovely! Another great lesson on my photography journey! Thank you so much! From a very grateful 60+ year old lady. I have subscribed x
@AGoodBuzz Жыл бұрын
When you think about it, you kinda' buy a f2.8 so f4 is in optimum range, because if you bought an f4 it would be wide open and not at an optimum aperture... f8 would 5.6 or better would be.
@grayexperience 2 жыл бұрын
I’m a big fan of aperture propriety, especially when shooting fast paced scenes like kids, dogs, and weddings. The exposure lock is going to help so much! Thank you, Roman.
@jwalexsander 2 жыл бұрын
Kudos to you man! I spent the evening binge watching your videos because they are so good! You're able to teach a lot of useful things in a very clear, understanble way. Needless to say I'm subscribed now.
@gojkodjurkovic 2 жыл бұрын
This is literally the most helpful video that I have watched in last couple of years. Thank you so much for helping us that don't have all the knowledge yet. Keep up with great job!
@Lito-gs4rb 2 жыл бұрын
Crazy how much valuable content you publish on a regular basis (for free)... Nice video as always with good information Greetings from Germany 👍
@Ollierastall Жыл бұрын
The oracle. Love your videos, Roman. You make us what to take photos and strive for better. We’re sitting on a plethora of customisation and you help us navigate these options. Without your videos, my XT cameras would be used to about 25% of their potential. Cheers man. Keep doing your stuff.
@Bethfoxphotography 2 жыл бұрын
This was so helpful, especially learning about photometry! I’ve learn a lot from all your videos so thank you for sharing your knowledge & insight! 🙏🏼
@OldManCassius 2 жыл бұрын
Great video duder! I didn't think I'd learn anything new since I'm super comfortable with aperture priority but man was I wrong. I especially liked the bits on the photometry modes and the practical use of the AEL function. I already knew what they did but having examples of *when* to use them is super helpful.
@malcolmtice175 2 жыл бұрын
Another great video Roman. So clear and easy to understand. Should be mandatory watching for all starting out with this little black box. KZfaq videos by good guys like you turned me into a born again photographer. Thanks so much.
@deeflexstudios 11 ай бұрын
I am new to photography and videography and have watched tons of videos but this by far simplified everything I been struggling with thanks a bunch
@mstuartkendall 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I am still a bit vague on how to use the photometry and AEL functions, but I will study it. Thanks for taking the time to do this.
@EdwardBushmanAnderson 2 жыл бұрын
Great refresher on why to use Aperture Priority, I found it nice to revisit reasons for using it. The AEL button is (in my set-up) not easy to use as I prefer back-button focusing which I use predominantly for wildlife. Thanks for your informative videos... always a pleasure to watch and learn from!
@daaknait 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! The last two tips are excellent. Only thing left to do is remember to practise them while out shooting. Probably best to take some notes...
@davidbentley8848 2 жыл бұрын
Thank You Roman. First channel I have seen to explain the metering modes, and more importantly, When, to consider making a change. That is my learning for today, Cheers !!
@snapsbyfox 2 жыл бұрын
Nice one! Glad I could help
@davidbentley8848 2 жыл бұрын
@@snapsbyfox Now I have to put these bits and pieces together and Practice 😎
@gregsimmons1709 Жыл бұрын
This was a very helpful video and it got me re-thinking my approaches. For me, the ‘Photometry’ penny dropped some time ago when I realised it was just Fujifilm’s way of saying “Photometering” aka Light Metering. I don’t think I’ve ever felt so clever and so stupid at the same time… Thanks to this video I’m going to start using that AEL button more often!
@Snapit551 2 жыл бұрын
Great video 👍 I use the exposure compensation dial particularly for when I’m exposing for the sky in the background when shooting a portrait then I’ll use a flash to light up my subject in the foreground!! So I use the dial to a minus setting of around 2-3 stops of light
@cheesewheel 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great metering explanation. Gotta try and get to grips with those in practice now.
@elaldiyo 2 жыл бұрын
Dude this is literally the most helpful video I've found in the past 4 years. Thank you!
@jonnottage5983 2 жыл бұрын
many thanks for explaining Apeture setting so well and without being annoying like many other people!!
@urrumen Ай бұрын
Probably the best video I've watched on the topic. Really well explained. It covers all the basics. Sample photos. Really usefull man, keep going.
@carloscosta7618 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, one that I will get back to a few times. Metering is more valuable and less complicated than I thought. I will use this weekend to put into practice what you said. Thank you so much.
@fogtownrog 2 жыл бұрын
This is the best how-to primer I have ever seen. Thanks so much for sharing.
@jasonbodden8816 8 ай бұрын
Glad you mentioned A(uto) E(xposure) L(ock) as it's crucial to using Aperture Priority correctly. If AEL isn't engaged when establishing focus the exposure won't be locked in so if you recompose, the camera's meter will go with the reading that it takes from wherever your camera ends up pointing before you take the shot. Aperture Priority is fantastic. I love it.
@robertgrant3844 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent summary/review of a modern camera basic settings and menu presets - especially Fuji Film.
@avellimike 2 жыл бұрын
I've been taking photos for 3 years now, always working with M - mode. Jayzus.... your tutorials, Sir, are awesome! Passing knowledge and skills in a brilliant manner. All the best, cheers!
@kevinc.3717 Жыл бұрын
The photometry and AEL portion of this video was very helpful to me as an "A" priority shooter! Thanks Roman!
@williamdavid4823 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip re Spot Metering, that works a treat for street in the winter sun. Metering Mode is a thing I've neglected over the years.
@JosieMichelleDavis 2 жыл бұрын
This was so helpful! I’ve mostly only ever shot in manual (I shot exclusively film as a teen, so I just got used to it) but I will def be trying out AP. I was also just (embarrassingly) wonder what the AEL button was for the other day, as I’ve never before used it in my life 😅
@user-mh1ky1no3x 10 ай бұрын
Thank you for this. Gives me some motivation and tips of what I need to do. My next lesson at the camera club is aperture priority mode so thank you
@MisterBrightsiide 2 жыл бұрын
You are a great teacher. Thank you for making this video for us.
@Simonsaysbrown 2 жыл бұрын
Have been starting to play with spot metering and AEL. Such a practical vid! Thanks, Roman
@Lorenzo_Melocchi 2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting video, I've always used the AEL button as AFL (as an alternative for half pressing the button) and AFL for face and eye detection. I'll give a try for sure, thanks!
@geofftonks8960 2 жыл бұрын
Mate, Love It, it's like a quick workshop on practical issue and easy, easy to understand
@smoking707 2 жыл бұрын
Auto ISO settings are spot on Roman...a great help for the day to day photography.
@terencelaubach6565 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the excellent primer/refresher course on using the camera to your advantage. I happen to photograph with a Fuji and have enjoyed making photographs for about the last 50 years. We learn something new everyday! Thanks again and good luck to you in your endeavors
@snapsbyfox 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers!
@rutlegs Жыл бұрын
I've learned more about fine tuning my XT4 in 18:02 than I have in the last six months on my own. Thank you Roman!
@AGoodBuzz Жыл бұрын
AE-L is HUGE shooting outdoor candids at weddings. Because everything is fast moving AND you're usually using flash, expose for the sky and lock it, then recompose the people and TTL flash. The sky will be nice and blue, clouds will show up nicely, and the people will POP!
@innercityunit2112 12 күн бұрын
Great tip!
@chrismacdonald.6295 9 ай бұрын
Very useful tutorial thank you. I’m a street photographer with a Fuji XT5. My first outing with it, Notting Hill Carnival !) , was a cloudy day yet many of my shots were under exposed. Poor use of the exposure compensation control. My second outing, (Brick Lane), was a sunny day yet no less challenging. The custom control on this dial is very useful for on the fly adjustments. Yet I still over did it. Your comment about small adjustments was very helpful.Thanks again.
@user-kj3ch3ke8m 21 күн бұрын
One of the best videos of its kind I've seen. That goes for many of your videos, Roman, I have to say(!), but this was outstanding. Having used a Lumix FZ2500 (bridge) camera for a couple of years, very happily, I have for several reasons acquired a Fujifilm X-T5. A big part of that decision was based on your discussion of the custom modes that you can set on the X-T5, which weren't available on the Lumix. A bit of background goss: I discovered your channel in 2022, a couple of weeks after I discovered James Popsys. I then discovered that you're mates, and have been following both of you ever since. Many thanks!
@mauricem.9014 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us !!!🙏🍀
@EVOLinside Жыл бұрын
Just getting a bit more into photography and the last two settings explanation was really useful, that's what i was missing.
@jianxiong69 2 жыл бұрын
Extremely useful tips, especially for a beginner like myself. Thanks, Roman!🙏
@onrsaygi 2 жыл бұрын
I will try the metering settings. Thanks man great video!
@PikPikkabbu 3 ай бұрын
Your tutorials are unvaluable. Tks
@229dave46 Жыл бұрын
Thank You for the great tips and your insight Roman.
@markbarkntrunk102 2 жыл бұрын
you always make so much sense, thanks
@alexander5trov 2 ай бұрын
Very well structured information, definitely cleared things up for me as a newbie photographer! Thanks, I followed you everywhere! Кeep up the good work Roman!
@regezas 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I am just getting into photography, and I love your content a lot, it just resonates with me.
@expresscisco7880 2 жыл бұрын
Hi from Paris. Thank you so much for these settings and explanations. Very useful. As always, very good content. Thx Roman!
@hanumanguy Жыл бұрын
Thanks for these recommendations Roman, I read a few articles on street photography settings and most were recommending to shoot at F8. I've been shooting at F8 for street photographer but the it came to me that I am shooting ASP-C the F8 recommendation is for full frame cameras and on my 35 mm lens F4 is like F6 full frame and F5.6 is like F8.5 full frame. I am going to try F5.6 or F4 from now on.
@jeffslade1892 2 жыл бұрын
If you have /good/ stabilisation you'll find you can run and gun a standard to wide lens at 1/60 and if you can hold the thing still then down to 1/30 or less. But this does not freeze subject motion blur. Birds commonly want at least 1/500, they move suddenly and fast. Shutter speed is chosen for the photo, not just to get the exposure right. I have yet to find a camera that chooses the best shutter speed in A mode out of the box, the settings need fiddling with. Due to the way the NR works, a camera's optimum ISO is probably twice its base ISO. That Extended-Low ISO throws data away. At base ISO some of the signal is 'still in the noise', it will be clean but some of the data is lost. As the gain goes up further so the signal is pulled further up out of the noise and over the 'noise threshold'. As the gain (ISO) goes up further still so the noise creeps over the threshold. They all start to see some noise above 3200 but they should all shoot ISO3200 without batting an eyelid. The NR on a camera is usually pretty conservative and too aggressive, we can usually adjust it in several places.
@richitacos Жыл бұрын
Dude, your photos look absolutely amazing! Great tips & very clear explanation too. Cheers.
@Jarooon 9 ай бұрын
Watched the whole things and learned so much from this thank you so much! ❤
@TheSamoura88 4 ай бұрын
Just wanna say you are awesome. Thanks for these videos I learn a lot
@GolfGuns 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Roman. There was a lot of helpful information in such a short amount of time. I am taking notes.
@michaelweston8370 2 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to try all this out! I didn’t know what half of these things did.
@charleshodge1223 5 ай бұрын
Just found this video, not waffle at all. Super useful in fact. Especially photometry section beacuse you give example of when to use the different options. Thank you
@avroml Жыл бұрын
You sir are gold! Thank you for this!
@robertdavis1255 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing.. great video & comments explaining settings for optimal results... cheers 😀
@RodrigoBalanUriartt 2 жыл бұрын
Great video: teach me - and I'm a old Fuji X-pro1 user - to don't be afraid about Aperture Priority, Exposure Compensation and AEL lock... very instructive!!!
@varsoug 2 жыл бұрын
I was always avoiding using ael button, so thank you so much!
@slobodansaric2843 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic, thank you sooo much!
@effiecat4702 5 ай бұрын
thanks for the info Roman
@mrowen5055 2 ай бұрын
Best vid on the internet around these topics ❤️👊
@ggwildlife 7 ай бұрын
top tips i have just sorted out my X-T5 & X-T2 bless you!
@EODM1 2 жыл бұрын
Very grateful Roman 🙏 the other day around 5pm the sky was blue with amazing clouds & the grass & trees was a lovely green, but I had trouble i either had a gray sky & green fields or a blue sky, with the field looking dark 🤔 in the end I took photos of the top of trees looking dark with an amazing sky. I'll try AFL next time 😬 cheers 🍻
@abchappell01 2 жыл бұрын
What an awesome presentation. Thank you so much !
@David-gn3vu Жыл бұрын
Your sample photos look awesome. Thanks for the tutorial.
@jmtphotographymedia 10 ай бұрын
This is a great video. Thank you for this. The auto iso setting are so clutch.
@kevanalbrighton5887 Жыл бұрын
Fabulous video, very clear and precise, and very informative. Well done! look forward to seeing more.
@davidthomasmartin1075 3 ай бұрын
Thank you Roman, for your clear explanation in this video. I’ll surely take better images now.
@opa362 Жыл бұрын
thank you for that very explosive explanation of many elements on the Fuji Film camera, awesome ...
@karlafromm2862 Жыл бұрын
All great explained. It helped me a lot to understand some features of my camera. I’ll put them into practice!
@gonecoyote 2 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks man I'm learning and your video is super helpful
@v_one_spot 2 жыл бұрын
Some really good tips 👍 could these settings go in hand with zone focusing on the Fuji cameras? Or would you have to use complete manual mode?
@Dennisoneiljr 2 жыл бұрын
Love the content as always! 2 questions - (1) How do you like the new 33mm compared to the 35mm? (2) Why do you shoot without the eyecup? I love the way it slims down the X-T4's footprint, just curious as to why you removed it.
@TheByteBit 2 ай бұрын
There a ton of videos on YT about how one ought to use Aperture mode and the results of using the mode. But, they neglect to review the tips you went over in this video. Thanks for video - it improved my photography in tangible ways.
@audreycurry6289 2 жыл бұрын
Fabulous helpful videos. I'm still learning my XT4, once you set your ISO preferences 1,2 and 3, how do you access those settings and change while taking photos. Apology if this is a silly question, but I'm stuck. Thanks
@baconfish_ Жыл бұрын
Great vid! Just wondering. On your X-T4 you have a dedicated AEL button. How would you setup the combined AEL/AFL button for a x-e4 or X100V for instance? Keep it as is, or just for exposure?
@samlowry123 2 жыл бұрын
As always brilliant !
@robinbhairam7508 2 жыл бұрын
Mate you’re a legend … thank you very much!
@dmitriyyemelianenko7221 5 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the amazing content!
@Yesthankyou8 2 жыл бұрын
I will try the auto exposure lock… I always use spot metering and it works really well for me
@NeilSim 2 жыл бұрын
Another great and insightful video. Keep up the good work!
@bryangideon5822 2 жыл бұрын
Well done Roman an excellent video I’ve learned a lot. Thank you
@dagmarwilde 2 жыл бұрын
So helpful 🤩 thanks a ton, Roman 🙌🏻
@felixkiprijanow2372 2 жыл бұрын
best explanation ever seen, thank you very much.
@GeoffGrant2010 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Roman- one of those rare, wonderfully complete videos that is about more than just the settings in the camera, but also tips for photography, composition, lighting conditions, etc. I’ve done so much manual that I need to practice this, especially for street. Three questions, one what setting(s) is EV changing with aperture priority? ISO? Shutter? Two, I assume if you hit a scene that your parameters (min/max) for ISO and shutter just wont work, that you switch to fully manual? Correct? Three, how do you lock AEL on Fuji X cameras like Roger in the comments? Thanks for you art and your patience! Geoff
@Barberhearts 5 ай бұрын
Madness you have shots of my home town on here, deal pier!
@filmd.studios3802 11 ай бұрын
Tips are great!!!! Extremely informative!! I watch a ton of these and you're breakdowns are spot on!! Definitely hitting the bell!! ty
@josephlai1078 2 жыл бұрын
I usually shoot through the optical view finder, so using the AEL is a bit of a challenge. However, I think you can achieve the same result by pressing the shutter button half way to lock the exposure. By shooting at Aperture priority, do you also set both the ISO and Shutter Speed to Auto? or only the Shutter speed and play/adjust the ISO manually?
@iTedTube 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are so interesting ! I learn a lot, great thanks !
@jimmixon1045 2 жыл бұрын
Great tips and well explained, Thanks!
@searam1 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Roman, it’s Sean in Atlanta! This was an awesome video because you have clarified some settings for me that I think I was using incorrectly. As an example, I was using exposure compensation more as a creative tool and I can see now that this was not the right thing to do. I also appreciated your clarification of the settings in auto ISO. I have always been unclear as to the minimum shutter speed to set. And I am definitely going to use the AEL button in the future! Good show! Sean
@snapsbyfox 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers!
@darksideemt Жыл бұрын
Cool video. I tend to always shoot in full manual but have found that I'm not good enought to get it right all the time. I have shot in AP mode in the past but haven't recently and maybe on my trip this coming week to London I will use that mode. I just got a new 18-50 2.8 for my camera as I feel the 2.8 is more what I want over the f4 I was using for my go to street photography lens. While I agree with what you said about f4 being a great all around for street photography I find that I prefer a little shallower depth of field on most of my pics. Now I just need to figure out my other parameters like you stated. Any chance you want to wonder London next week with me????
@michaelschmitt5413 2 жыл бұрын
Really nice video and well explained. My opinion on Center-weighted metering is that it exposes for the center of the frame regardless of where the focus square is located. I tested this numerous times with same result.
@snapsbyfox 2 жыл бұрын
hmmm well I just move the square to any part of the image that I want to expose for. Pretty sure there is a setting somewhere that lets you toggle this
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