Hi, I really enjoy photographing the interiors of Cathedrals, however some of the detailed carvings are sited high up on pillars or ceilings.
This poses a challenge for my one and only lens, a Sigma 17-50 mm EX HSM.
So I'm wondering how I can get the best possible photographs of such features working with the limitations of the lens.
For example, distant features are captured more sharply with a higher F setting, but then that allows less light in, so I'd need to use a longer exposure setting.
To try and photograph such features I use a tripod and make use of the live-view, in magnified setting and manually focus. Although such distant objects can be tricky to get a really sharp focus.
If anyone has experience or suggestions to share on how I can achieve sharper images under such circumstances I'd be most grateful.
This poses a challenge for my one and only lens, a Sigma 17-50 mm EX HSM.
So I'm wondering how I can get the best possible photographs of such features working with the limitations of the lens.
For example, distant features are captured more sharply with a higher F setting, but then that allows less light in, so I'd need to use a longer exposure setting.
To try and photograph such features I use a tripod and make use of the live-view, in magnified setting and manually focus. Although such distant objects can be tricky to get a really sharp focus.
If anyone has experience or suggestions to share on how I can achieve sharper images under such circumstances I'd be most grateful.
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