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Old May 17, 2011 | 12:50 PM
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Default just got a dslr, test pics inside

well I have no idea how to use this thing but here goes. Let me know what you guys think, as well as any tips.













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Old May 17, 2011 | 01:08 PM
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Old May 17, 2011 | 01:19 PM
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nice, what rear window spoiler is that?
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Old May 17, 2011 | 01:37 PM
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slam that thing, and trunk spoiler throws it off a little.
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Old May 17, 2011 | 01:50 PM
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^^ yup! agreed.
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Old May 17, 2011 | 02:00 PM
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Suggestions: get a polarizing filter and experiment with it. You can greatly reduce, or enhance reflections which can help with car photos. When the effect is used properly, it can really make a car stand out.

Other tips: Angle your wheels slightly for effect. Control background clutter better. Try different angles and zooms for effect. Also, try to avoid getting your reflection in the image.

Might want to work on those swirl marks too. DA orbital is your friend

Otherwise, looks great.
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Old May 17, 2011 | 02:24 PM
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how much do polarizing filters go for?
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Old May 17, 2011 | 03:10 PM
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thats as low as its gonna get. When kids sit in the back im tucking over an inch of tire. And any lower in the front I scrape on my steep driveway

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Old May 17, 2011 | 03:13 PM
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Is there any particular kind of polarizing filter I should get? Ised a 18-55 and a 75-300 lens, any other suggestions? Car is gonna get detailed soon hopefully taking care of the swirls
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Suggestions: get a polarizing filter and experiment with it. You can greatly reduce, or enhance reflections which can help with car photos. When the effect is used properly, it can really make a car stand out.

Other tips: Angle your wheels slightly for effect. Control background clutter better. Try different angles and zooms for effect. Also, try to avoid getting your reflection in the image.

Might want to work on those swirl marks too. DA orbital is your friend

Otherwise, looks great.
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what rear roof spoiler is that?
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Old May 17, 2011 | 03:29 PM
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cheap ebAY one

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Old May 17, 2011 | 03:32 PM
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u remember who u brought it from?

pm me a link please!
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you got pm
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Is there any particular kind of polarizing filter I should get? Ised a 18-55 and a 75-300 lens, any other suggestions? Car is gonna get detailed soon hopefully taking care of the swirls
For an SLR, probably best to get a circular polarizing filter (CPL) to ensure the light and focus sensors work properly.

B+W or Hoya are probably the most trusted brands. Inside those brands there are a few tiers of quality. You would probably be fine with the lower cost ones from those brands. If you have Canon lenses, you want 58mm size.
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Good lookin pictures. Lower it just a little more
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