How to Shoot Fireworks | Tips, Tricks, Advanced Photography Techniques DVD

This is a quick into into getting great fireworks images. It assumes you have a basic knowledge of SLR photography and are comfortable with trying new skills. 2 quick things I wanted to add: 1. Set your focus to "infinity" and turn your lens switch to "off" and second, if you can get a remote, that would be even more helpful when shooting in "bulb".

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[Jeff Mijares]

How about the focus? Should I set it to infinity as well?

[MichaelTheMentor]

yes! :)

[Jeff Mijares]

How about my IS? I read about it somewhere that you should turn it off when you have the camera tripod-mounted.

[MichaelTheMentor]

Yes, If using a tripod turn IS off. 

[PRSlinx]

I am trying to take pictures of the moon and stars, reading around I saw the same suggestion (turn IS off when using tripod). How would I go by turning this feature off? I use a Canon Rebel Xsi with 75-300mm lens. And then, if using buld for multiple fireworks, for how long do you recommend uncovering the lens between shots?

[jcwl1977]

Thanks Daniel. It's a pity it's drizzling here now. I doubt I'm able to shoot tonight :S

[jcwl1977]

Hi Michael, I will be doing some firework shoot tomorrow night for countdown event to 2013. Currently I only have 2 EF lenses; the standard kit lens EF-S 18-55mm 1:3.5-5.6 IS for my EOS 650D, and my EF50mm F/1.4 USM prime lens.

In the video u mentioned 15-30mm wide angle lens and smaller aperture between F/8 - F/11 is preferred. What would u suggest if I use any of my existing 2 lenses? I thought of buying new lens but would like to hear from you first before plunging into another spending :)

[Carl Sloan]

Great stuff Michael! Cheers!

[truknayr23]

This was a great tip! Thanks man... seriously... ^_^

[jeffrockr]

woww this actually makes lot of sens since they're both on since last weeks when I went on a night photo session! Thanks a lot !! its really appreciated !