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Setting the ISO sensitivity is one of the crucial elements in photography. However, a low ISO is not always the best choice. This time, let's explore how to capture creative photos by flexibly adjusting ISO sensitivity to suit various situations.
Instead of sticking to ISO100, try increasing the ISO according to the scene or situation to capture sharp and well-exposed photos.
Leveraging ISO Flexibility
Many beginners mistakenly believe that "ISO100 is the best," but in reality, raising the ISO can often yield better results depending on the shooting scene. For example, in windy conditions or when capturing moving subjects, increasing the ISO allows for a faster shutter speed, capturing subjects without blur.
Moreover, there's actually not much need to worry about increased noise. Recent cameras and editing software are quite effective at reducing noise.
Using ISO in Special Environments
Particularly in dynamic scenes or low-light situations, increasing ISO sensitivity is crucial. For instance, when shooting from a helicopter or boat, it's necessary to raise the ISO to 400 or 800 to compensate for vibrations and movement, setting a fast shutter speed.
Furthermore, in night photography such as astrophotography, ISO can be raised to 3200 or 6400, and noise can be reduced in post-processing to capture a beautiful starry sky.
Expanding Photographic Creativity
Adjusting ISO settings is not just about the technical aspects of photography, but also a crucial means to enhance creativity. To capture fleeting moments in nature, it's important to flexibly change ISO and balance it with shutter speed and aperture.
Learning to use ISO in a way that allows you to focus on how to frame the moment rather than just image quality contributes to your growth as a creator.
