Fireworks photography
Today, Fireworks photography is a highly relevant topic that has captured the attention of a wide spectrum of society. With the constant advancement of technology and globalization, Fireworks photography has become a central point of debate and discussion in different areas. From the academic field, through the world of work, to the political sphere, Fireworks photography has generated a series of reflections and questions that seek to understand its impact on contemporary society. In this article, we will explore in detail the different aspects related to Fireworks photography, analyzing its implications in various fields and offering a comprehensive vision of this topic that is so relevant today.
Fireworks photography is the process of taking photographs of fireworks at night. It is a type of night photography, specifically using available light of the fireworks instead of artificial light. Without using the flash on the camera, the photographer often exposes the image for a period of time, known as long exposure. Brighter fireworks sometimes support shorter exposure times.
Exposing the image for long periods of time, requires that the camera is held as steady as possible by the photographer, as slight movements will result in notable camera shake. The most common and effective equipment used to prevent camera shake for long image exposures are a good sturdy tripod along with a remote shutter release (avoiding to have to touch the camera when taking the shot).
Another challenge the photographer faces with exposure timing is having to estimate how long to expose the image in relation to when the firework bursts. Opening the shutter just before the firework bursts and then closing it after its finished would provide the ideal timing for capturing that 'perfect moment'. This can be achieved by setting the camera to 'b' or 'bulb' whereby exposure times are under the direct control of the photographer through the shutter release button.
Examples
The following samples are ordered from longer to shorter exposure time.
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more Fourth of July fireworks from San Jose, 1 second exposure -
Fireworks in Cameron Park, California, 1/40th second exposure -
The World Showcase Lagoon at Epcot in Walt Disney World during IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth (the nightly fireworks show), 1/100th second exposure
References
- ^ Exposure Time - Digital Fireworks Photography
- ^ "Smithsonian Photographers Shoot Fireworks". Archived from the original on 2007-06-11. Retrieved 2007-12-06.
- ^ Photographing Fireworks
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