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I have a Nikon D40 and a Canon powershot SD1400, i just received the canon for Christmas so this will be the first time we'll have it in Disney. When i take my nikon i basically have to hold my breath to get good night shots, and i haven't had an opportunity to take many night shots with my Canon. Other than getting a tripod (which with having a 4 yr old in the parks, isn't a practical solution for us) what can i do to get the best night shots? Thanks!!
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I understand about carrying a tripod, we tend to travel with a little one and it isn't practical. You can check out the mini tripods, especially for the Canon. Something that can set on a tabletop, garbage can or similar item...
I have gotten in the habit of using those items directly, placing the camera (both my DSLR and point-and-shoot) on the garbage cans near the edge, against bench seats, fence rails, light posts or any other solid object to assist in steadyness and support.
And most importantly, practice, practice, practice before you go on vacation to perfect your personal technique. You'll get better pictures!!
I like to take night shots but don't want to carry my tripod all over WDW. I take a lot of "trash can" shots and some have turned out pretty good. The main thing is you need a slower shutter speed if you are shooting a stationary object at night and to keep the camera still you should have it setting on something. It is very difficult to not get any blur in a photo even at 1/30 of a second shutter speed when holding the camera.
Bill's article has some great advice in it. I'm another one who tries to find a trash can or wall - something flat to put it on - for the best night-time shots.
I used to use this for night shooting, before I got a camera/lens combo that's too big for it. It's only 6" long when folded and will fit easily into even the smallest bag, or even into your pocket.
It won't hold anything bigger than a bridge camera, or perhaps a small SLR with kit lens, but it will work great with your SD1400.
All you have to do is use the timer to avoid shaking the camera when you press the shutter button.
Click the pic to go to Best Buy's web site where you can buy one.
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I just got a small trip that collapses to about 7 inches and extends to about 3 feet (I'm at work and don't recall the exact dimensions). I haven't had a chance to use it yet since my next Disney trip isn't until Dec. I had the chance to use my friend's (stretch2864) mini tripod when we were there last Dec and it did make a difference in getting a night shot.
I am a bit late to this thread, but you all may find the GorillaPod a great solution. flexible legs that are sturdy for larger cameras, but can wrap around fence posts, tree limbs, etc.
I have used the GorillaPod SLR for my Canon SLR, and I know a lot of people that use them for their point-and-shoot and smaller-weight SLR bodies.
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I am a bit late to this thread, but you all may find the GorillaPod a great solution. flexible legs that are sturdy for larger cameras, but can wrap around fence posts, tree limbs, etc.
I have used the GorillaPod SLR for my Canon SLR, and I know a lot of people that use them for their point-and-shoot and smaller-weight SLR bodies.
i just looked it up and WOW! i'm super excited about getting it which size do you have?
i just looked it up and WOW! i'm super excited about getting it which size do you have?
I purchased the GorillaPod SLR a while ago for my now-departed Canon 20D. It was a bit under-sized for my gear as I use a camera grip, external flash, and a series of heavier glass. They (Joby) did not have the GorillaPod SLR Zoom when I purchased mine.
However for the casual user with a basic SLR; e.g., a 20D, XSi, etc. or even a point-and-shoot (and not the heavy lenses) then the GorillaPod SLR is a great choice. The legs are long enough, and it is really not heavy at all.
If you have any plans to take photos of longer duration (longer than 1/30 second) then you may want to invest a few dollars in a remote trigger that you can attach to your SLR (if you have one). This will help you with the inevitable camera shake that will occur when you press the shutter button even when using a tripod.
I purchased the GorillaPod SLR a while ago for my now-departed Canon 20D. It was a bit under-sized for my gear as I use a camera grip, external flash, and a series of heavier glass. They (Joby) did not have the GorillaPod SLR Zoom when I purchased mine.
However for the casual user with a basic SLR; e.g., a 20D, XSi, etc. or even a point-and-shoot (and not the heavy lenses) then the GorillaPod SLR is a great choice. The legs are long enough, and it is really not heavy at all.
If you have any plans to take photos of longer duration (longer than 1/30 second) then you may want to invest a few dollars in a remote trigger that you can attach to your SLR (if you have one). This will help you with the inevitable camera shake that will occur when you press the shutter button even when using a tripod.
awesome! i'm looking forward to getting one and practicing night shots over the summer i thought about a remote trigger as well and i think i will look into one. thanks!
Thanks for the info. I just killed my Canon this past weekend (unfortunate accident in a golf cart) and looking for a new one. PowerShot SX230 or ELPH500HS. Will either fit in the GorillaPod?
awesome! i'm looking forward to getting one and practicing night shots over the summer i thought about a remote trigger as well and i think i will look into one. thanks!
Thanks for the info. I just killed my Canon this past weekend (unfortunate accident in a golf cart) and looking for a new one. PowerShot SX230 or ELPH500HS. Will either fit in the GorillaPod?
Most point-and-shoot cameras have the same threaded mount size as DSLRs. So it should fit.
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I'm another one who tries to find a trash can or wall - something flat to put it on - for the best night-time shots.
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i can't wait to get some great shots!!! and the tripod was very reasonably priced, and small so it may work 
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