Settings suggestions please ...

[stretchy25]

I'm hoping to get a ticket for Carnival this weekend, and wanted to make sure my camera was set up correctly before hand rather than faffing about when I'm there.

I have a 450D with a 17-85 IS and 70-300 non-IS available for use.

If the weather is bright and sunny I'm thinking set the appropriate WB, set to ISO100, shoot in RAW using the Av mode, so I can adjust the DoF depending on the type of shot I want.

As for filters, am I better with none at all, a CPL, or just a UV?

Have I missed anything? Does this sound about right? Or would you suggest something different?

Thanks in advance

 

[AndyB]

I'm not sure I would use any filters at all. You might find you end up with a shutter too slow if it turns out to be a dull day and the CP is going to cost you 1 or 2 stops.

Take a UV if you must but I think you'll find a lot of people here would say it's only good for protecting your lens if you dont use a hood.

Other than that AV mode is probably the best choice.

 

[stretchy25]

Cheers Andy

 

[barrypriddis]

Definately AV, but be prepared to up the ISO if the shutter speed is too slow. Also, if people are moving, then set A1servo.