Eric T
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I just wanted to share my experiences to date with the Lytro Illum camera. I hesitated to make the purchase since the resolution of the images is low (about 4 MP equivalent) but I am an early adopter and just wanted to see what the technology could do. You can learn a lot about the technology and the camera at www.lytro.com.
I watched the online training videos to learn how to take full advantage of the camera's abilities. And I have to say, that after about two weeks, I am very impressed. It is a new way to think about taking photos and more importantly, how to compose the photo. The resolution is relatively low but good enough to share online.
I like the idea of a fixed aperture lens at f/2 which can be adjusted post-capture from f/1 to f/16 within the "focus range" as it is called by Lytro. That is, the camera let you choose the focus range with a ring on the lens. (Similar to hyperfocal distance focusing on a manual lens.)
The result is the ability to narrowly focus the image on any plane or to have the entire image in focus. You are not limited by the original focus at f/2.
The images also give a perspective that allows 3D-imaging with red/blue 3D glasses.
You can post the images online at the Lytro gallery that allows others to view them. See one of my images here:
https://pictures.lytro.com/ewtriplett/pictures/849453
Just click the play button at the bottom. Also, move your cursor around the image to see the perspective changes.
(I know my image isn't great - it is just an example of what can be done.)
The original Lytro camera was more of a toy. Interesting - but nothing more.
The Lytro Illum is a different beast altogether. It forces me to slow down and think more about the photo I am taking.
Please let me know your opinion of the Lytro Illum and light field photography.
I am particularly interested in tips from other Illum users.
Thanks to Keith for teaching me how to post a new thread!!
I watched the online training videos to learn how to take full advantage of the camera's abilities. And I have to say, that after about two weeks, I am very impressed. It is a new way to think about taking photos and more importantly, how to compose the photo. The resolution is relatively low but good enough to share online.
I like the idea of a fixed aperture lens at f/2 which can be adjusted post-capture from f/1 to f/16 within the "focus range" as it is called by Lytro. That is, the camera let you choose the focus range with a ring on the lens. (Similar to hyperfocal distance focusing on a manual lens.)
The result is the ability to narrowly focus the image on any plane or to have the entire image in focus. You are not limited by the original focus at f/2.
The images also give a perspective that allows 3D-imaging with red/blue 3D glasses.
You can post the images online at the Lytro gallery that allows others to view them. See one of my images here:
https://pictures.lytro.com/ewtriplett/pictures/849453
Just click the play button at the bottom. Also, move your cursor around the image to see the perspective changes.
(I know my image isn't great - it is just an example of what can be done.)
The original Lytro camera was more of a toy. Interesting - but nothing more.
The Lytro Illum is a different beast altogether. It forces me to slow down and think more about the photo I am taking.
Please let me know your opinion of the Lytro Illum and light field photography.
I am particularly interested in tips from other Illum users.
Thanks to Keith for teaching me how to post a new thread!!
