Asked to photograph sister in law's wedding - tips please
Posted: Fri Mar 26, 2010 12:35 pm
Hi all,
I have been asked by my sister in law to photograph her wedding in July. I have always used my camera for my own pleasure and so I'm very nervous having finally agreed to do this so that they can save some money.
I have begun to scan the web for some help and advice, but thought where better than here as the equipment I will be using is Alpha/Konica Mintolta. I'm really after the basics as well as other general advice. So is there standard camera/flas/lens settings that work best for weddings? Indoors in a church, outdoors for family photos, and evening dinner and dance! Yes, quite a lot to be thinking about! eek
I own an Alpha 700 (with the vertical grip), but will also have at hand as a backup my wife's Dynax 5D (may possibly have my father in law's Alpha 200 too). The lenses I have are the Sony 16-80, Tamron 18-250, and Tamron 90 Macro. I may also have access to a couple of Minolta lenses too.
I have two flashes, the Minolta 2600HS, and just purchased the Sony HVL-F58AM.
Any advice for setups, what when where, and technical camera setup would be appreciated.
Maybe websites which give this sort of advice?
Thanks everyone.
Regards,
Cenwyn.
I have been asked by my sister in law to photograph her wedding in July. I have always used my camera for my own pleasure and so I'm very nervous having finally agreed to do this so that they can save some money.
I have begun to scan the web for some help and advice, but thought where better than here as the equipment I will be using is Alpha/Konica Mintolta. I'm really after the basics as well as other general advice. So is there standard camera/flas/lens settings that work best for weddings? Indoors in a church, outdoors for family photos, and evening dinner and dance! Yes, quite a lot to be thinking about! eek
I own an Alpha 700 (with the vertical grip), but will also have at hand as a backup my wife's Dynax 5D (may possibly have my father in law's Alpha 200 too). The lenses I have are the Sony 16-80, Tamron 18-250, and Tamron 90 Macro. I may also have access to a couple of Minolta lenses too.
I have two flashes, the Minolta 2600HS, and just purchased the Sony HVL-F58AM.
Any advice for setups, what when where, and technical camera setup would be appreciated.
Maybe websites which give this sort of advice?
Thanks everyone.
Regards,
Cenwyn.