Harry Posted August 12, 2009 Share #1 Posted August 12, 2009 Post your best HDR photography shots here in this thread. Lets see them all. For those of you who don't know what HDR photography is click here. Flickr HDR Group Guidelines for this thread: One image per post at a time Keep discussions to a minimum Critiques are welcome No flaming, no bullshit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmcconnell Posted August 12, 2009 Share #2 Posted August 12, 2009 I've been trying to create HDR images, but I haven't been able to find a technique that's convenient. Does anyone here have any tips on creating HDR images using Photoshop CS4? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted August 12, 2009 Share #3 Posted August 12, 2009 To create HDR photos you need a minimum of 5 shots or more at + and - exposure stops. So for example: -2 Exposure = Image 1 -1 Exposure = Image 2 Normal Exposure = Image 3 +1 Exposure = Image 4 +2 Exposure = Image 5 Once you have that, you then just use a program that combines the images into a HDR project/photo that you then adjust the settings until you're happy with the results. You simply can't create a HDR image some a single shot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmcconnell Posted August 12, 2009 Share #4 Posted August 12, 2009 To create HDR photos you need a minimum of 5 shots or more at + and - exposure stops. So for example: -2 Exposure = Image 1 -1 Exposure = Image 2 Normal Exposure = Image 3 +1 Exposure = Image 4 +2 Exposure = Image 5 Once you have that, you then just use a program that combines the images into a HDR project/photo that you then adjust the settings until you're happy with the results. You simply can't create a HDR image some a single shot. Oh, I'm well aware of how to create an HDR image -- the problem that I've encountered is combining the images into a single photo given the software I have at this moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted August 12, 2009 Share #5 Posted August 12, 2009 Oh, I'm well aware of how to create an HDR image -- the problem that I've encountered is combining the images into a single photo given the software I have at this moment. Try this program, Dynamic Photo HDR: http://www.mediachance.com/hdri/index.html I've messed around with it with decent results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted August 12, 2009 Share #6 Posted August 12, 2009 Here is a quickly done sample with that program. The source images were slightly off due to shooting by hand, the train was also moving in the images so I had to use a ghost mask on the train so that it showed it still. One of the image sources: Finished HDR image: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Q25toJamaica Posted August 12, 2009 Share #7 Posted August 12, 2009 For moving subjects just shoot in RAW and create a few separate images with different exposures Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted August 12, 2009 Share #8 Posted August 12, 2009 For moving subjects just shoot in RAW and create a few separate images with different exposures mmm I'll have to try that once I get home. I normally don't shoot in RAW since it takes a considerable size on my Hard Drive at home once I transfer them from my 4GB card but I do have a few that I will try it on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Q25toJamaica Posted August 12, 2009 Share #9 Posted August 12, 2009 mmm I'll have to try that once I get home. I normally don't shoot in RAW since it takes a considerable size on my Hard Drive at home once I transfer them from my 4GB card but I do have a few that I will try it on. Processing the images is annoying too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Posted August 12, 2009 Author Share #10 Posted August 12, 2009 For moving subjects just shoot in RAW and create a few separate images with different exposures Images with a moving subject are not recommended for HDR photography. HDR photography should be done with a still subject and a tripod for best results. If anyone wants to try it go to the HDRSoft website and download a trial version of Photomatix software. If you like it, buy it. It makes it real easy to get great results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeystoneRegional Posted August 13, 2009 Share #11 Posted August 13, 2009 Please, watch the Nazi Banksters Crimes Ripple Effect at http://jforjustice.co.uk/banksters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted August 13, 2009 Share #12 Posted August 13, 2009 For moving subjects just shoot in RAW and create a few separate images with different exposuresWell it turned out pretty good. JPG of the original RAW file: HDR Image after doing exporting the original RAW file into different exposure settings: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeystoneRegional Posted August 13, 2009 Share #13 Posted August 13, 2009 Please, watch the Nazi Banksters Crimes Ripple Effect at http://jforjustice.co.uk/banksters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted August 13, 2009 Share #14 Posted August 13, 2009 My attempt with PhotoMatix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave160 Posted August 15, 2009 Share #15 Posted August 15, 2009 My attempt with PhotoMatix I think the Dynamic Photo one came out better, the Photomatrix one got a little too blue at the right Ok so I tried the Dynamic Photo version and here's what I got. One of the original's. After. I think overdid it a little though , just a first try though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeystoneRegional Posted August 15, 2009 Share #16 Posted August 15, 2009 Please, watch the Nazi Banksters Crimes Ripple Effect at http://jforjustice.co.uk/banksters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul P Posted August 16, 2009 Share #17 Posted August 16, 2009 Dave, that second picture looks really amazing! Even though it's a little too much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R33WF Posted August 16, 2009 Share #18 Posted August 16, 2009 A funnel cloud over 79st on the west end Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeystoneRegional Posted August 16, 2009 Share #19 Posted August 16, 2009 Please, watch the Nazi Banksters Crimes Ripple Effect at http://jforjustice.co.uk/banksters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark1447 Posted August 16, 2009 Share #20 Posted August 16, 2009 Nice Pic Anthony! 2nd one looks like a twisters being formed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amtrak7 Posted August 17, 2009 Share #21 Posted August 17, 2009 Too bad my camera can only automatically take a set of 3 (-1, 0, +1). I could take the 5 separate pictures manually, I do have manual exposure, but it'll be difficult with anything unstill (even people walking around). Is there a minimum resolution? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted August 17, 2009 Share #22 Posted August 17, 2009 Too bad my camera can only automatically take a set of 3 (-1, 0, +1). I could take the 5 separate pictures manually, I do have manual exposure, but it'll be difficult with anything unstill (even people walking around). Is there a minimum resolution? You should be able to manage with 3 shots though more are preferred for optimal quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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