How To Get Super Sharp Photos Every Time With Any Camera

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    No matter what camera I use, I use the same techniques to make sure my photos are super sharp, every time, with any camera. Every camera obeys the same rules and laws of photography, and in this video, I'll be showing you how to get sharp photos with any camera, regardless of what device you pick up.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 722

  • @lettuce1552
    @lettuce1552 2 роки тому +1131

    I've always been too careful about maintaining the right ISO because I thought the presence of noise would make or break my photos, so I ended up sacrificing a good shutter speed/ aperture for that, and thus ended up wondering why my photos came out blurry or not correctly exposed. thank you so much for this super helpful video!

    • @smarthousetech8593
      @smarthousetech8593 2 роки тому +41

      Yeah sometimes a nice film grain look can add something to a photo

    • @scottwallace1
      @scottwallace1 2 роки тому +22

      @@smarthousetech8593 I will say, this is easier to make look intentional with a full frame sensor camera than a crop sensor or mobile level sensor. You can push a full frame to 12,500 and have perfectly acceptable photos. My old Nikon D7100 was great, but looked really rough above 3,200.

    • @paul-c7541
      @paul-c7541 2 роки тому +5

      @@smarthousetech8593 Yes I sometimes like a bit of noise in my favourite mode Black/White, it gives it a bit of atmosphere, especial military enactments,& dress.

    • @bzflowerbee
      @bzflowerbee 2 роки тому +2

      Same here!

    • @jtking2710
      @jtking2710 2 роки тому +8

      Thanks just starting photography and I need tips thanks so much

  • @kovacspistol
    @kovacspistol 2 роки тому +39

    I have been taking photos for a long time and I always like learning a new technique. The fact of how easy this was to understand and not overwhelming is a serious talent. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with thw world!

  • @K7RRW
    @K7RRW 3 роки тому +31

    Your conceptualization of photography is refreshing and concise Pat. The clarity of your presentation fits with your lifestyle and daily goals. I admire you for that!

    • @patkay
      @patkay  3 роки тому +4

      thank you for the kind words! :)

  • @John_Lilley
    @John_Lilley 3 роки тому +20

    Thanks Pat! Please keep making these vids, I keep learning with every one!

  • @Vinn113
    @Vinn113 2 роки тому +37

    The clearest understanding of the photographic process I have ever gotten from a tutorial video. Very, very helpful. Thank you.

  • @doloresneilson5349
    @doloresneilson5349 Рік тому +17

    You're an amazing teacher.
    I have been in photography for a couple decades....(with a hiatus somewhere in there). I too, was over-cautious with ISO settings fearing noise.
    No longer! You're absolutely right....sharpness over noise is best. It's a GAME CHANGER with moving targets (macros). I have MORE keepers now. THANK YOU!

  • @beech9473
    @beech9473 2 роки тому +6

    THANK YOU for this! by far the best description I’ve come across since getting my first DSLR this year. Subscribed and cannot wait to watch more of your content.

    • @ricmiddletown7685
      @ricmiddletown7685 2 роки тому +2

      Agree 100%, i just wasted a couple hours of differing people telling me about what to take and not HOW to take it. Thank you Pat. sincerely new sub

  • @jamesb.2719
    @jamesb.2719 2 роки тому +6

    This is exactly what I needed. Very well thought out yet still authentic. Will be subscribing 🙏

  • @Ms122405
    @Ms122405 Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much!!!🙏🏽 you have been more informative than any professors I have ever had. I appreciate how you take your time to break it down detail but detail. Thank you!🙏🏽

  • @ronakpatel6210
    @ronakpatel6210 2 роки тому +5

    Easily the best video i have watched on getting sharp images! Nice work Pat!

  • @danv1061
    @danv1061 Рік тому +2

    Thank you. Many years ago I shot everything manually and was totally familiar with my camera. Many years later I got a new camera and got lazy, using auto for everything. You helped me get back on track.

  • @jerryeisner1
    @jerryeisner1 2 роки тому +21

    Pat this was such an amazingly well done tutorial on understanding the basics of Sharpness or achieving sharpness in ALL cameras. Your explanations were spot on and I can't wait to follow you as you produce more videos for the UA-cam community!!!!

  • @shauntaylor-mcdermott8734
    @shauntaylor-mcdermott8734 3 роки тому +20

    This really helped me,as I’ve just started photography in the last few months.Thankyou and have a great day 👍

    • @patkay
      @patkay  3 роки тому

      thanks for watching!

  • @ravigulasekharam862
    @ravigulasekharam862 2 роки тому +13

    Hi Pat, I'm a great fan of your videos - so thank you & I'm grateful for what I learn from you. Just wondered about the auto focussing with these settings. Some of photos on these photos were slightly out of focus for landscape photography. Should I resort to manual focus on infinity for landscape shoots. Thank you & keep up the great work 😊

  • @scriptsandtags
    @scriptsandtags 2 роки тому +1

    You explained everything in a very descriptive manner and I understand it ever than before and added the little nugget of sometimes sacrificing ISO

  • @butchgo8930
    @butchgo8930 3 роки тому +9

    In the film days we focus manually using hyperfocal focus/distance and depth of field for tack sharp imagery. I am doing the same technique doing focus compensation taking advantage of limitless digital shots.

  • @casualinthekitchen
    @casualinthekitchen 2 роки тому +3

    Your explanation is SO GOOD!! Really easy to follow! I will be using it for my food photography! Thank you!! I appreciate this!!

  • @jrod291
    @jrod291 2 роки тому +1

    great video and thank you for not over explaining or complicating things - very well done!

  • @naineshpatel3499
    @naineshpatel3499 2 роки тому

    Wow, what a brilliant tutorial, I wish I had come across you sooner. Clearly spoken and totally understood your teaching and where you are coming from. I think I have found my full time teacher.

  • @Khyzoobleeee
    @Khyzoobleeee 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for all of the help man! Explained everything super well :)

  • @firefoxx46
    @firefoxx46 2 роки тому +3

    Great explanation and made simple. Thank you.

  • @aquaarietta
    @aquaarietta 3 роки тому +65

    Thanks for this! Just what I needed to intentionally make my photos as sharp as I'd like, which I've been struggling with a bit.

    • @patkay
      @patkay  3 роки тому +8

      hopefully the tips help! cheers for watching :)

    • @MissHitAllTheTime
      @MissHitAllTheTime 2 роки тому +3

      @@patkay If you are using a full frame lens on a crop sensor would you have to take that into consideration? a 70-200 on nikon is a 105-300 so does it mean shutter speed have to be 1/320, or 1/640, or 1/1000 for 3 times????

    • @EmilWall
      @EmilWall 2 роки тому

      @@MissHitAllTheTime If using a full frame lens on a smaller sensor, it works sort of like using a full frame sensor but with cropping. I’d say yes, you need shutter speeds according to the smaller sensor equivalent, just as you would if you crop a full frame image.

  • @socraam
    @socraam 3 роки тому +35

    I love how easy you explain things!

    • @patkay
      @patkay  3 роки тому +3

      glad you understood it 😊

  • @johnthomasdoyle1964
    @johnthomasdoyle1964 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks so much Pat, for this information. much appreciate the way you simply your tutorials.

  • @lisawilliams1750
    @lisawilliams1750 3 роки тому +11

    Great tutorial and so very well explained! Thank you.

  • @donerrett
    @donerrett 10 місяців тому

    Just saw this video for the first time and I am impressed. I look forward to watching of Pat's work.

  • @geogi_bodies
    @geogi_bodies 2 роки тому +62

    For still objects, it's simple. A tripod solves most of the problem. It allows you to use the lower ISO, longer shutter speed, and whatever aperture size is called for. A good tripod goes a long way and it's not an item any serious landscape or studio (and might be other) photographers would spare. Just don't be lazy ;)

    • @jeffpollard7304
      @jeffpollard7304 Рік тому +3

      For most DSLR users, tripod usage is a must….or….a monopod! Good point!

  • @Killerkey1863
    @Killerkey1863 Рік тому

    You are awesome! Theres so much awesome information here. Your content (at least this video) isn't a sell, just phenomenal information from one artist to another. Thank You.

  • @JB-ou6fl
    @JB-ou6fl 2 роки тому

    Excellent video! You explained the concepts very well in a way that is very easy to understand.

  • @DianaLeolover
    @DianaLeolover 2 роки тому +2

    Answered all my questions, thank you very much!

  • @colletteworley228
    @colletteworley228 2 роки тому +1

    Great video, thanks lots of information in a direct and professional way

  • @lafamiliascott
    @lafamiliascott Рік тому

    This is a great video on how to explain all without getting too complicated. This helped a lot!

  • @MackyGuyver
    @MackyGuyver 2 роки тому +30

    Love your videos! I also think it would be helpful for most of us as visual learners, if you showed these great nuggets of information as you apply them on your camera!!

  • @desiree3083
    @desiree3083 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for your knowledge, I can't wait to utilize these settings to get better photos with the Rebel t7

  • @michaelmurphy9846
    @michaelmurphy9846 25 днів тому

    Simply instructive. Enjoyed it. Thanks Pat.

  • @taylorsmith4799
    @taylorsmith4799 2 роки тому +9

    Something to add when shooting at the minimum shutter speed, is to shoot on burst. For sony with IBIS, I usually go a little below your recommended. For instance I will shoot at a minimum 1/15th on my 20mm at do a 3-4 shot burst. 2-4 shots are usually unusable, so I would never trust this on single shot.

  • @jurajsismis5254
    @jurajsismis5254 2 роки тому +1

    The most amazing guide I have seen so far. Amazing videos thanks a lot ☝️ Have a nice day

  • @Zarafa73
    @Zarafa73 2 роки тому

    Really helpful and brilliantly explained, thank you!

  • @samcooper4516
    @samcooper4516 2 роки тому +189

    I have been limited by this since I got a DSLR. I always prioritized low ISO over everything (trying to avoid noise), not realizing that my kit lens at 1/5 ~ 3.5 ~ 200 would never be sharp. A great tip to add to this video is to buy a lens that opens wide enough to allow for proper exposure at higher shutter speeds.

    • @BlokeOnAMotorbike
      @BlokeOnAMotorbike 2 роки тому +15

      I have my kit lens I use for general photography but if I'm doing anything like studio I switch to my 50mm f1.8 - it's manual which is fine, and my camera is a crop sensor so the nifty 50 has an effective focal length of 80mm but that is also fine 'cos every shot I make with that lens is super crispy.

    • @Larimuss
      @Larimuss Рік тому

      Yeah I’m a complete noob but when I saw some guides and lens reviews it seemed like on canon RP up to like 800-900 is basically no loss in sharpness really. Or so it’s seems.

    • @zip5644
      @zip5644 Рік тому +2

      1/5 at f3.5 can absolutely be sharp if you have a tripod

  • @pix4japan
    @pix4japan 3 роки тому +6

    Good refresher! Thank you!

    • @patkay
      @patkay  3 роки тому

      thanks for watching! :)

  • @trbarton743
    @trbarton743 2 роки тому +13

    I was a professional photographer before. You have really brought out some good points. Very helpful to new photographers. I’m many tines thinking about what I’m shooting & is depth of field important vs the shutter speed. Thanks for your video.

  • @chonhoi61
    @chonhoi61 2 роки тому

    Your explaination is very understanding and easy to follow. Thank you

  • @simmudhot
    @simmudhot 3 роки тому +1

    I needed that !! Thanks 💙

  • @sophielawrence7
    @sophielawrence7 2 роки тому +38

    Absolutely thrilled to bits to finally have a clearer idea of how to set optimum camera settings for sharpness. I have listened to many experts including Serge Ramelli and Tim Shields. But your simple presentation in this video is perfect AND SIMPLE to understand and remember. Setting the ISO last is not something I have been doing! So thank you for this.

    • @UTAH100
      @UTAH100 2 роки тому

      did Tim get you to buy his course-all those emails! I just bought two great books...watched his free videos though. Limited info. included.

  • @captiinahab8118
    @captiinahab8118 Рік тому

    Thank you one of the best explanations i have seen yet.

  • @johnhensley220
    @johnhensley220 Рік тому +1

    This is such an enormous wealth of fundamentals, clearly and perfectly exemplified..highly uplifting and inspiring presentation..

  • @musabinho
    @musabinho 3 роки тому +1

    Very helpful tutorial, well done mate 👍

  • @CholeLast
    @CholeLast 9 днів тому

    Always enjoy watching your videos.

  • @beme2032
    @beme2032 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for this video. It is the best video I have seen on this subject matter. You presented it in a simple concise way, Making it so much easier to understand.

  • @kofinuamahbarden3611
    @kofinuamahbarden3611 2 роки тому

    this is really in-depth. Insightful

  • @coquiangel
    @coquiangel 2 роки тому

    I'm new to this channel, but need a refresher. Thank you.

  • @MovingOn01
    @MovingOn01 10 місяців тому

    Comprehensive sharing of your awesome knowledge, thank you!❤

  • @troydehoyos
    @troydehoyos 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you for the information and providing it in an easy to understand way.

    • @patkay
      @patkay  3 роки тому

      my pleasure! thanks for watching :)

  • @alainp6136
    @alainp6136 3 роки тому +1

    Merci pour tout, il me reste à pratiquer beaucoup

  • @ABEiiiKU
    @ABEiiiKU 4 місяці тому

    Pat's demeanor and persona is so endearing.

  • @jeffmiller1140
    @jeffmiller1140 Рік тому

    Wow!! This is the video I have been looking for! Thanks, so very much!

  • @concha0711
    @concha0711 3 роки тому

    Amazing contents, thanks Pat!!

  • @duskateru
    @duskateru 2 роки тому

    First time watching you. Really impressed how you explained the basics of photography. Definitely i’m subscribing your channel, I’ll go right now and check more content! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @NLKEquestrian
    @NLKEquestrian Рік тому

    This was helpful thank you! Will try it out today!

  • @matthewriley3778
    @matthewriley3778 3 роки тому +2

    I hope all is well with you Pat! Thanks for the content

    • @patkay
      @patkay  3 роки тому +1

      and you too! thanks for watching!

  • @melrichardson7189
    @melrichardson7189 Місяць тому

    Excellent information! Thank you so much!

  • @jesschneider7184
    @jesschneider7184 2 роки тому

    Super helpful and very concise.

  • @jessbradsoph
    @jessbradsoph 2 роки тому

    Very well explained. Thank you

  • @azizbaameur5508
    @azizbaameur5508 3 роки тому +1

    Nicely done and excellent refresher. Thank you!

    • @patkay
      @patkay  3 роки тому

      thank you :)

  • @scottallen8576
    @scottallen8576 9 місяців тому

    Thanks Pat. Really helpful video.

  • @frac_tal
    @frac_tal 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for all the information Pat!! Very nice! Is that a problem to boost the speed to 1/8000 (extreme) for sports video, by your experience?

  • @MISSPHOTOGENICBABY
    @MISSPHOTOGENICBABY 2 роки тому +11

    Thank you so much!

  • @0435lilah
    @0435lilah 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this information! Trying to learn all I can 📷

  • @RobertoHernandez-xf9et
    @RobertoHernandez-xf9et 3 роки тому +11

    Many, mny thanks. You are so on point. This straight to the facts and relative short video could have save me and will save many others hours of pain and suffering in understanding why it is not sharp as expected.

    • @patkay
      @patkay  3 роки тому +2

      glad you enjoyed it!

  • @symontemplah4
    @symontemplah4 Рік тому

    Thanks bro! This video was very helpful!

  • @kielfinjoebenemerito3364
    @kielfinjoebenemerito3364 3 роки тому +1

    Straight to the point, easy to understand,this channel should deserve a million subscribers.

    • @patkay
      @patkay  3 роки тому

      aw thank you!

  • @saidwoohoo
    @saidwoohoo 2 роки тому

    Great video. Your explanation is to the point and easy to understand. And most of all, I really like that hoodie.

  • @tangosix5779
    @tangosix5779 Рік тому

    Pat, this helped me in my food images greatly. Thanks!

  • @SoundViolio
    @SoundViolio 2 роки тому

    Thank you for making this video! This info was super helpful to even re-fine my knowledge!

  • @Chris_2023_
    @Chris_2023_ 10 місяців тому

    Brilliant video! Thank you. I have also been tied to a fairly fixed ISO and reluctant to increase it, so that my shutter speed is appropriate! 🙏

  • @IvoP1980
    @IvoP1980 2 роки тому

    Great video! Super helpful. Thanks!

  • @courtneyashley2570
    @courtneyashley2570 2 роки тому

    man i love this channel thank you so much

  • @hurleygreen927
    @hurleygreen927 3 роки тому

    Good info! Your shared rules are right on target...THANKS!

  • @Drehirth
    @Drehirth 2 роки тому

    Great video. Very helpful for beginners!

  • @3rebornxd
    @3rebornxd 2 роки тому

    Your videos are dope and have given inspiration for my channel. Keep moving forward bro!

  • @wilheminaboone1107
    @wilheminaboone1107 2 роки тому

    Outstanding video! You are pleasing to listen to and watch. This was very helpful..thank you. Clapping from Norfolk, Va.🤗

  • @niftytwo
    @niftytwo 3 роки тому +10

    Outstandingly good presentation. Plus a bonus of a Fellow Aussie. Thank you for giving me a new focus point within my photography. ( gee. That sounded pretty good ehh). You really make a tutorial a pleasure to watch. I’ll be back .stay safe.

    • @patkay
      @patkay  3 роки тому +1

      aye a fellow aussie! cheers for watching mate

  • @dicklloyd9584
    @dicklloyd9584 3 роки тому

    Very helpful video. Many thanks.

  • @Vsual1
    @Vsual1 2 роки тому +12

    Wow, use ISO last like a gain control was huge. Makes me wonder how much more I missed in my "Basic Photography Training" You are so clear and precise I hope you have a course available. "Looking Now"

  • @MrRev7
    @MrRev7 3 роки тому +10

    Hey, you really helped me out in this video, a lot. You do a pretty good job teaching and making your video easy to understand. Keep it up, cause I can see you with at least 100k subs by end of summer, your channel is really up to par and professional.

  • @DJbertperez
    @DJbertperez Рік тому

    Thanks for the tutorial is was very helpful, you explained the topics very clearly. Cudos!

  • @johnemilyumol5767
    @johnemilyumol5767 2 роки тому

    This video is really helpful. I tried this last night especially the minimum shutter for you lens focal length. Ugggggh. So good!

  • @Mtmtmtmtmtmtmtmtmtmtmt
    @Mtmtmtmtmtmtmtmtmtmtmt 2 роки тому

    This is such a beautiful video, tq!

  • @KristheaMhaeSaldo-xl9li
    @KristheaMhaeSaldo-xl9li 3 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for this! ❤🎉

  • @jimbuckley4986
    @jimbuckley4986 Рік тому

    Excellent video subscribed so I can pick up more of your stuff. Presentation and delivery style excellent. Thank you.

  • @klickphotography1014
    @klickphotography1014 2 роки тому

    Great video man 👍 Just what I needed to hear..

  • @alishawoods5336
    @alishawoods5336 Рік тому

    Great video. You’re awesome. Thank you so much.

  • @keefyboy4601
    @keefyboy4601 3 роки тому

    This is a great video! Thanks for this

  • @ravenchaos9216
    @ravenchaos9216 Рік тому

    THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
    I watched soo many videos and THIS ONE made me understand it easier cause this shit is overwhelmingly confusing trying to figure out the perfect formula for each setting.

  • @Jarednaiduworld
    @Jarednaiduworld 2 роки тому

    Video was really helpful. Thank you

  • @brianblackshear7268
    @brianblackshear7268 18 днів тому

    Such a well done video. Bravo!

  • @falcongamerz4652
    @falcongamerz4652 Рік тому

    THANK YOU SIR FOR THIS VIDEO
    THIS HELP ME A LOT!!

  • @dongee1664
    @dongee1664 Рік тому

    Brilliant presentation. All you camera video presenters learn from Pat.

  • @mbailey1026
    @mbailey1026 9 місяців тому

    easily explained. great tips. I'm going to reverse my thinking and start with the shutter and aperture first, versus the ISO.

  • @Lee.Freeman
    @Lee.Freeman 2 роки тому

    Excellent advice. Thank you ☕️🦘