Critique my pic

tydye · February 27, 2012 1:09AM

I always take lousy pics even though I have a decent camera. Purchased a new lens this weekend. Picture still kind of flat though. But i think it is better for me.

blu62vette · February 27, 2012 1:10AM

Not bad at all, I think the coin would stand out better with a white piece of paper under the slab.

CaptHenway · February 27, 2012 1:11AM

Not too bad. Agree on lose the pink.

ebaybuyer · February 27, 2012 1:12AM

definately use a lighter colored background, and if that color is anywhere near true, that is one very nice coin !

lasvegasteddy · February 27, 2012 1:14AM

not that i can image a coin for the life of me

i think your image is a great in hand look...not mega high rez barely fit my monitor type

i bet that's exactly what it looks like in hand in general lighting

great job...

tydye · February 27, 2012 1:14AM

Thanks. I will give a go with a white background.

tydye · February 27, 2012 1:18AM

White background. Suggestion on how to bring out the luster? Must I tilt it a bit?

tydye · February 27, 2012 1:22AM

You guys sure about the background? Just looking at the coin - the one with the pink background looks more like the coin. I just need to capture the luster better.
How about another color background? I have just about every color from my kids construction paper.

joeykoins · February 27, 2012 1:23AM

Not bad!There's one thing wrong.That coin should be in "My Camera,in My collection!"

Do you know of the "cigarette"version?Check it out.Nice pic's!

lasvegasteddy · February 27, 2012 1:26AM

you can get fancy and make .gif out of a couple images to show what a coin looks like with cartwheel blaring or to show off luster/color
pretty simple too

http://gickr.com

keyman64 · February 27, 2012 1:28AM

Not bad. I always use a white background when shooting the coin then when I edit I put the coin on a black background...just me and a ton of other people.

Nice coin. Too bad it isn't from a few years earlier with an 'S'.

Nice one!

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lcoopie · February 27, 2012 1:30AM

what settings are you using?

I think the photo should be larger than posted, but not huge, perhaps 50% larger, to demonstrate the coin better for those of us who are older.

tydye · February 27, 2012 1:36AM

Some gold
Need to retake the reverse - blurry. Stupid question. When looking though the view finder. Do you keep your glasses on? I would assume not since I am near sighted only.

tydye · February 27, 2012 1:39AM

thanks lasvegasteddy. That is cool.

mrpaseo · February 27, 2012 1:41AM

Love the pink, go with it, keep the pink no matter what you do...lol. Yes, the pink is the first thing I focused on too. I tell you this, if you always used pink in your back round for your auctions you would definitely be remembered. Might help, might not help...lol.

I think the goal for pictures is two fold.

1. We want to capture what the coin actually looks like. (Over all) With this we want to capture the true eye of the coin.

2. We want our picture to show a specific attribute of our coins (A trouble area etc.) With this, we might adjust the light to accent the area.

Personally, I like photo's a bit larger than what you offered.

The coin looks good though,
Ray

tydye · February 27, 2012 1:45AM

I actually went with the pink because I figure no one else would have it and it would be easy to id my listings. I have plans to sell some coins this month on the bay - not any of these though - these are keepers.

richardshipp · February 27, 2012 1:48AM

How 'bout black background? Nice Coin btw!

lcoopie · February 27, 2012 1:49AM

have you read Mark Goodmans book on coin photography?

mrpaseo · February 27, 2012 1:51AM

<< <i>I actually went with the pink because I figure no one else would have it and it would be easy to id my listings. I have plans to sell some coins this month on the bay - not any of these though - these are keepers. >>

Photo the coin with the back round that shows the coin the best. Then photo shop it onto the Pink back round (If that is the color you want).

lasvegasteddy · February 27, 2012 1:51AM

one last lil hijack but to give a better feel...

tydye · February 27, 2012 1:57AM

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tydye · February 27, 2012 2:05AM

I did purchase Mark's book. But have not sat down and read it though yet. I dont read directions a Christmas time for my kids gifts either LOL. I have the day off so I am going to read along with a book I purchased at BN on my specific camera. So these pics are my current baseline. Hopefully I can improve by the end of the day

LindeDad · February 27, 2012 2:14AM

High angle lighting, Lights close to the camera will help bring out the luster.

MilkmanDan · February 27, 2012 2:48AM

The peace dollar is not bad, you're getting there. As others have said, read Mark Goodman's book.

Another reason to use a white background is that you can use it to help adjust white balance later. You can always crop onto a different colored background later.

lcoopie · February 27, 2012 2:50AM

are you in macro setting?

did you set the white balance manually?

are you using a copy stand?

are you triggering your shutter remotely or by delay?

tydye · February 27, 2012 2:55AM

<< <i>are you in macro setting?

did you set the white balance manually?

are you using a copy stand?

are you triggering your shutter remotely or by delay? >>

No just manual

Yes I set the white balance with a sheet of white paper

I dont have a copy stand - but am using a tripod

No - I have a delay I will try that next

Thanks for the advice

lcoopie · February 27, 2012 3:34AM

use your macro setting, that is for focusing close, it usually looks like a flower

NewParadigm · February 27, 2012 3:45AM

<< <i>Not bad at all, I think the coin would stand out better with a white piece of paper under the slab. >>

I like the white paper better. It makes the coin's fetters stand out more.

NeoStar · February 27, 2012 4:00AM

High angle lighting, Lights close to the camera will help bring out the luster.

This. Like others mentioned, using a delay would also help.

UtahCoin · February 27, 2012 4:18AM

Here's your first coin with the colors tweaked in Photoshop.

messydesk · February 27, 2012 4:30AM

Regarding the OP coin, now that you've lost the pink background, you need a "harder" (more contrasty) light to bring out luster where it is overly subdued. Do this by making your light source smaller, either by moving it away from the coin or by blocking part of it. Either way, you'll increase your exposure time. As an increased exposure time makes your picture more susceptible to ambient room light, you'll have to make sure other light sources are neutralized. Also, make sure you are not using the auto white balance.

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coindeuce · February 27, 2012 1:08PM

I've used a matte black background on silver coins, and thought it brought out the natural color of a toned silver coin most effectively. The lighting is much more critical though.

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