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padi56 · 11 July 2005, 06:48 PM

1 A resent thunderstorm.

2 Think I took this one in Cancun.

Uncle-AJ · 11 July 2005, 10:15 PM

Nice photos Padi, the first one is electrifying.

Rockrolex · 11 July 2005, 10:41 PM

I got a real charge out of the first one, Padi.

padi56 · 11 July 2005, 10:44 PM

And the missus nearly burned her fingers in the second one.

BruceS · 12 July 2005, 02:40 AM

What settings did you use on that lightening photo?

12 July 2005, 03:58 AM

Both pix are VERY cool.

I've done some lightning shots. Basically put it on a tripod, opened the shutter and hoped to get some electifying results. Sadly all I got was sheet lightning. The bolts had done their business and moved on.

JJ Irani · 12 July 2005, 04:40 AM

GR8 pics, Peter. Now why is that guy in the second pic trying to grab my head?

dman · 12 July 2005, 05:47 AM

I really like the second one Padi!! The first one is bad for my business, LOL!!

padi56 · 12 July 2005, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by BruceS

What settings did you use on that lightening photo?

I am still using old fashion film,but digital should be about the same load your camera with ASA 100 film Go somewhere really dark where lightning is happening,preferably at a safe distance Put the camera on a tripod this is a must and compose your picture Preferably Attach a locking cable release
then Set your focus to infinity Set the f/stop to f/8 or f/11 I like f/8 myself
Set the shutter speed to Bulb Open the shutter for a while. Depending on how
bright the area is, a while might be 15 seconds to a couple of minutes. A good compromise is 1- 2 minutes or until lightning happens, whichever comes first.Lens any good 24mm 28mm or a zoom with a W/Angle will do Repeat as necessary You might want to keep track of what you do,and compare the results to what you expect, and adjust accordingly.It's still a good idea to take a few shots to get the right combination then write it down don't be afraid to experiment!,but with digital you can see results instantly and adjust
accordingly.

dman · 12 July 2005, 10:18 PM

Cool info Padi, but has anyone ever told you that it is dangerous to be outside when there is lightning?

padi56 · 12 July 2005, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by dman

Cool info Padi, but has anyone ever told you that it is dangerous to be outside when there is lightning?

Like all things in life,there are risks,but when you get to my age,you just don't worry anymore life too short.Anyhow a nice charge of electricity,might
put a bit of lead in my pencil, if you know what I mean.

Uncle-AJ · 13 July 2005, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Like all things in life,there are risks,but when you get to my age,you just don't worry anymore life too short.Anyhow a nice charge of electricity,might
put a bit of lead in my pencil, if you know what I mean.

You'll need it in your new job in Brazil.

padi56 · 13 July 2005, 03:19 AM

Think ill need more than lead,and bet your life I wont be using a pencil.

Uncle-AJ · 13 July 2005, 03:49 AM

Will you use a ballpoint?

JJ Irani · 13 July 2005, 04:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

Will you use a ballpoint?

LOL! Adrian, you're completely nuts!

dman · 13 July 2005, 05:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

Like all things in life,there are risks,but when you get to my age,you just don't worry anymore life too short.Anyhow a nice charge of electricity,might
put a bit of lead in my pencil, if you know what I mean.

LOL Padi, they do make little pills that are somewhat safer than lightning.

Rockrolex · 13 July 2005, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

Will you use a ballpoint?

I would guess a fountain pen.

padi56 · 13 July 2005, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by dman

LOL Padi, they do make little pills that are somewhat safer than lightning.

Took one of them once,but all it gave me was a stiff neck.

Earl · 13 July 2005, 07:29 PM

That second shot just burns me.... fingers, I sit here wondering how many drinks it took to hold that there ;)

roxytico · 2 July 2015, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

Will you use a ballpoint?

Great photos, esp. ANIMALS OF BAHRAIN

Uncle-AJ · 2 July 2015, 05:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roxytico

Great photos, esp. ANIMALS OF BAHRAIN

Thanks for the compliment.

This thread is 10 years old!!

Andad · 2 July 2015, 05:32 PM

You don't look a day older A.

Uncle-AJ · 2 July 2015, 07:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by directioneng

You don't look a day older A.

It's my time machine.

11 July 2005, 06:48 PM	#1
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12 July 2005, 03:58 AM	#6
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	Both pix are VERY cool. I've done some lightning shots. Basically put it on a tripod, opened the shutter and hoped to get some electifying results. Sadly all I got was sheet lightning. The bolts had done their business and moved on.

12 July 2005, 04:40 AM	#7
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12 July 2005, 10:18 PM	#10
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	Cool info Padi, but has anyone ever told you that it is dangerous to be outside when there is lightning? __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

13 July 2005, 03:19 AM	#13
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,205	Think ill need more than lead,and bet your life I wont be using a pencil. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

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