How to get rid of shadow in picture: Can someone please tell me why I have the shadow and how to avoid getting them?
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Ah, I see now. The problem is that the flash is a very small directional light source and when you shoot in portrait orientation, as you did for these photos, the flash sits on the left side of the camera and hits the subject at an angle from one side creating a noticable shadow. You won't notice such shadows as much when shooting in landscape orientation because the flash is directly above the lens and the shadows will be mostly behind the subject. To fix this shadow problem, you need to use a bigger more diffuse light source or to relocate the flash so its always above the lens. There are a number products available to diffuse or soften the built-in flash and makes it appear as a larger light source. Sorry, I haven't tried any of these devices so I can't really comment on their overall effectiveness: http://www.amazon.com/Gary-Fong-Puffer-Flash-Diffuser/dp/B0011000R6/ http://www.amazon.com/LumiQuest-Instant-Camera-Screen-Diffuser/dp/B000B5H2BE/ The problem with such devices is that they are still relatively small and the built-in flash is rather weak meaning these devices will limit your range even more. A better solution, but one that unfortunately entails much more expense, is to use an external tilt-swivel bounce flash. These can be mounted to a special bracket that lets you move them so they're always above the lens. But, even better, they can be bounced off a white ceiling in any orientation (if they swivel) giving you a much larger effective light source that is softer and MUCH more flattering to your subjects (for best results, you'll also need to use a "bounce card" - a white index card rubberbanded to the back of the flash works very well - to throw a little of the light forward to brighten shadows and light up eyes). The difference using bounce flash is so dramatic that the expense may be worth it to you. I hope that helps.
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It's not a light, or lights. It's a reflection from a flash. I removed mine not long after because it's very dark and only looks that bright with a bright flash.
1734626
Hello, That is a really interesting graphic on my product! It does not belong there. Obviously someone has somehow overlaid this photo over my photo to prevent me from selling product. I will work on getting it fixed! Thank you for writing in...
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Thanks so much . . . a bit un-unnerving coming from you about the exposures on theHX1 . . . yes, black hair vs.brown,exactly . . . and this can really kill a picture . . . I was hoping something could be done . . . but, I really appreciate your time and I hope your issues are resolved too!
1825320
My suggestion would be to get the Tiffen filters. I would not suggest these as I did not get good results overall. One problem is that these are not glass. A lot of color cast. Which means you have to correct it later. Get the Tiffen filters. Or you spend a nice chunk of change on some Lee Filters which look like these filters.
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You will want a brighter set of bulbs if this is your only light source at night I think because I can see shadows and you'll be dancing around with your lights trying to get rid of it. Indoors at night you could get away with it, but outdoors as the only source? I'd want more options. At least one brighter bulb.
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WOW, YOU ARE HAVING PROBLEMS . . . THANKS FOR HEADS UP ABOUT EXR , (caps lock), i was about to spring for it with the reduced price. I can't afford it at the moment anyway; well, let's say another mistake would be disastrous for me, I've just GOT to figure out how to lighten those shadows on th hx1, Portraits are IMPOSSIBLE when eyes turn black as coals. Sony should be ashamed. The earlier Fuji's did such a great job with color . . . not as SHARP OR QUICK AS X1 THOUGH. BUT I take pics (not real professional, but essential, and dull eyes are, well, really really dull. Kills the pic really.) I MUST SOLVE THIS! Enjoying talking wth you. ANy other scoops would appreciated. WOW, YOU ARE HAVING PROBLEMS . . . THANKS FOR HEADS UP ABOUT EXR , (caps lock), i was about to spring for it with the reduced price. I can't afford it at the moment anyway; well, let's say another mistake would be disastrous for me, I've just GOT to figure out how to lighten those shadows on th hx1, Portraits are IMPOSSIBLE when eyes turn black as coals. Sony should be ashamed. The earlier Fuji's did such a great job with color . . . not as SHARP OR QUICK AS X1 THOUGH. BUT I take pics (not real professional, but essential, and dull eyes are, well, really really dull. Kills the pic really.)... » Read More WOW, YOU ARE HAVING PROBLEMS . . . THANKS FOR HEADS UP ABOUT EXR , (caps lock), i was about to spring for it with the reduced price. I can't afford it at the moment anyway; well, let's say another mistake would be disastrous for me, I've just GOT to figure out how to lighten those shadows on th hx1, Portraits are IMPOSSIBLE when eyes turn black as coals. Sony should be ashamed. The earlier Fuji's did such a great job with color . . . not as SHARP OR QUICK AS X1 THOUGH. BUT I take pics (not real professional, but essential, and dull eyes are, well, really really dull. Kills the pic really.) I MUST SOLVE THIS! Enjoying talking wth you. ANy other scoops would appreciated. « Show Less
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I took some sample pics in the house at night with just lights on. They looked OK without the flash. I find with indoor pics I usually don't like the flash because it seems to wash out the photo.
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have a great zoom! and crop I didnt search for it, I'd like the picture as raw as possible, then i'll modify at the Destop PC. Also have a great focus and great night pictures, if u wanna some example what I want to explain check this picture! https://plus.google.com/photos/112840903503404504761/albums/5958573131404525569
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The reason I own one is that bouncing off of the ceiling causes shadows on people's faces. With the diffuser it directs enough light forward to solve this issue.
850305
Ours hasn't done that. We have it in the dining room, so it's not always on. However, when it is on, I haven't noticed many shadows.
1031935
If you take pictures with a flash, it will cause a light gray "crescent glow" on one side of the image. The only time I ever use a flash is for stuff I don't care about. Any photo without the flash will be fine.
1854900
Sorry, wish I could help you, I'm kinda a novice about picture taking myself. I suspect it is a lighting problem concerning shutter speed or an exposure problem. You should have it checked by a friend with good camera expertise.
966802
I printed an 8x10 photo of my car in the daylight and it came out great. I took a photo inside the house with not so great light and it came out a little dark and slightly grainy. This was a 5x7 picture. I just got the camera this week so I am still fooling around with it. I'm working with Photoshop Elements 4 (5 on order) to see if it can help out with the low light pics.
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When this happens to me, I carefully take a brown permanent sharpie or brown non sparkly eyeshadow. I carefully dab either on swiping w/ a towel where my seams show also in the part. It makes for a much more realistic looking, if you get it to dark you won't be happy, but dark enough to cover. There are probably tutorials on how to make roots on youtube. I buy expensive wigs w/ gradient roots, I think it looks more realistic. Hope that helps!
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Its hard to say why you're getting a shadow without seeing a photo. You might just be seeing a shadow that's from the room's existing light if you're using a slow shutter speed. Its possible that the flash just can't fully reach the area you're looking at due to distance or being past the edge of the flash beam. You could be seeing shadows from bounced light (coming from a white ceiling or wall or reflective surface, for example) being blocked by an object in the room. Shadows can also be caused by the lens blocking some of the flash though that shouldn't be a problem with the kit lens.
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Thank you, thank you, thank you....It all makes sense now. Yes, the pictures taken in landscape orientation did not have the shadows. Now that I am aware of the problem I will make sure that the flash is always above the lens. I will also try an external tilt-swivel bouce flash. Thank you so much for your expertise, all the suggestions but most importantly thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. I really appreciate it!