want to get more from the cheap camera (1 Viewer)

[bob_trrnt]

Any suggestions on getting a little more out of this thing. Cheap coolpix 4600. Not interested in better at this point. I heard a tripod would make a huge difference. I'de like a digital body for the nikon 35 but I'de rather put the money to my corals and tank. thanks in advance.

 

[clownnut]

more light and use flash

 

[bob_trrnt]

thanks,:biggthumpup: I played with the exposure for these and this was the best true to color shot. just dont like the fuzz. I will try a few with the flash tomarrow when the lights come back on.

 

[RogersCG]

Does it have a timed release? If so, can you prop the camera on something (kinda like using a tripod) and use the timer to trip the shutter? The fuzz is movement of the camera while the shutter is open.

 

[Zibba]

Main thing with all cameras when taking tank pictures is shoot perpendicular to the glass. Any angle will cause distortion. I'd echo the other suggestions. Adding a flash, IME, can negate some of the fluorescent characteristics of corals, but if you can do it right - you can also get some great lighting effects. I'm still working on this as clownnut recommended it to me awhile ago.

 

[bob_trrnt]

Awesome never heard awesome input.:beerchug:

 

[gruntmon]

I just let my 12 year old take the photos, he does a pretty good job with ours. :biggrin:

 

[wkjames]

If you want to try a tripod, LMK, you can borrow mine and see if it helps.

 

[bob_trrnt]

If you want to try a tripod, LMK, you can borrow mine and see if it helps.

Thanks for the thought, I have shooting stix that might work. I'll keep your offer in mind