How to go on photowalks with ease
Every successful photographer has probably gone on a photowalk once in their lives. The Philippines is the perfect playground to learn more about the difference between ISO, aperture, and exposure and how these three components — when set properly — make a good photograph. Take it from Canon EOS RP’s new ambassadors Jilson Tiu and Karen de la Fuente. Equipped with Canon’s latest mirrorless DSLR, their photographs capture the dynamic activity of the streets and blink-or-you’llmiss-it action off-roads.
Here are some tips on how to maximise your photo time on the streets.
Shoot now, edit later
The city moves fast and you have no choice but to keep up. A fast shutter speed will help you capture precious in-between moments. The Canon EOS RP has a 30 to 1/4000 second shutter speed which enables you to take photos of things in motion with ease.
Take your time
If there’s anything that a photographer dreads the most, it’s taking pictures in
Capture the city without any worry with Canon’s new mirrorless camera.
low-light. Your photographs tend to look like they were taken by a potato camera if your actual camera isn’t powerful enough. The Canon EOS RP has a 26.2-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor and a native ISO range of 100-40,000. The street activity doesn’t stop when the sun goes down; it has its own charm too.
Keep it light
You’ll be spending at least three hours on the road when you’re out on a photowalk. Be nice to your back and only carry the essentials: water, an extra shirt, wallet, phone, and of course, your camera. The new Canon EOS RP weighs 485g, which is just as light as your takeaway coffee. If you’re feeling adventurous, maybe you can pack different lenses to achieve your perfect frame. But who would want that extra weight if the camera’s kit lens is already a 24-105mm?