On 8/12/2016 3:36 AM, Chuck Norcutt wrote:
Pretty much what Moose said. . . .
I would also highly recommend the use of a remote release such as this one.
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I own this one and can guarantee that it works on the E-M5 since that's where I first used it.
I second that recommendation. I have one of those, originally for the E-M5, and it works perfectly. Just used it a
little while ago for a simple project. As I already had it at hand, it was quicker than starting up the WiFi app and
connection for full remote control. Unlike the earlier, different brand I had for Canon, the connection to the camera is
a double ended cable, not hard wired to the unit, and one may get ones for different camera systems.
On 8/12/2016 6:19 AM, Ken Norton wrote:
Why didn't I think of that !! There are many little LED
units available here mainly for automotive use, though I haven't seen
any that are variable.
Not recommended to use general-purpose LED Torches. They usually have
a high-speed flicker to them and their spectral continuity isn't very
conducive for this type of use. I would recommend LED panels designed
for videography/photography. You can get them really cheep now and the
least expensive one should be a little better for photography than a
really good utility light.
I also second this recommendation. I have several different LED flashlights and work lights, and in a pinch, in caves,
when traveling without all my gear, have used one or another for photography. I would change the above "a little better
for photography" to "a LOT better for photography"
The don't flicker, are daylight color balanced, and maintain balance as they are dimmed. The variable brightness
adjustment is really valuable, as it avoids strange contortions or the need for an assistant.
On 8/12/2016 5:47 AM, Chuck Norcutt wrote:
But I suspect the E3 doesn't have the high ISO performance of the M5.
True. Perhaps not too big a deal with lights? Impossible to say without testing. But if I recall correctly, the E-3 has
a much more limited dynamic range, which could easily be a problem for this use. You've had all sort of problems with DR
limitations over the years. Be sure to get some testing/practice in before using the E-3.
(The E-M5 II goes back to a fully articulated screen. I go back and forth as to
how I like that.)
I Second That (Thrice) Moose
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