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untitledshot OP t1_jb7y2im wrote

Gigantic Solar storms (G2 Solar storm)

It's hard to put into words just how breathtaking it was to witness the auroras during a G2 solar storm in Iceland. This photo near Hofn speaks for itself - the vibrant colors of the Northern Lights, the towering mountain, and the calm waters come together to create a truly unforgettable scene.

G2 solar storms are usually relatively rare, but they've been more frequent this year due to the sun hitting solar maxima.

I took this photo using my Sony A7 IV camera with a 14mm f1.8 lens, the storm was so strong that it caused the cell phone reception to drop for few minutes.

Let me know if you hare any question

Joss - (ig: untitledshot)

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Mr--Joestar t1_jb8hp3m wrote

This is awesome man. Nice work. What is the exposure?

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untitledshot OP t1_jb9bo92 wrote

14mm f1.8 ISO 6400 1.6seconds - this is a panorama for three photo (same exposition, no EV bracketing)

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Mr--Joestar t1_jbcjo2r wrote

Thanks for the response. If its a panorama, how do the light align so nicely? Wouldnt each third of the photo look different in the sky?

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working-acct t1_jb8w8vu wrote

Were you able to visit the volcanos?

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untitledshot OP t1_jb9ro62 wrote

Yes, I have few photo on my IG and on my reddit profile. Feel free to take a look (e.g. untitledshot)

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oviforconnsmythe t1_jb8wnr2 wrote

Great photo! What was your exposure time and iso like? I struggle to get both the foreground and the aurora in focus simultaneously

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untitledshot OP t1_jb9rrxc wrote

- 14mm f1.8 ISO 6400 1.6seconds. This is a panorama of three photos.

What camera are you using?

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oviforconnsmythe t1_jbftcwo wrote

Thanks! So you focus on the mountain/infinity then take the shot?

I'm using a nikon d5300 with a sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 lens. Though up till recently I've mostly shot on a nikon kit 18-55 lens I've noticed the body doesn't handle noise well on higher ISOs. I've gotten some decent aurora shots but it's hit or miss as to whether I get the whole aurora in focus (as opposed to a "blob"). How important is iso when shooting auroras? Also I'm guessing you were able to get good illumination bc of both high iso and a fast lens right?

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dmaterialized t1_jb9qnty wrote

Was this recent? When?

Love Hofn. Was lucky enough to see an aurora in kirkjubaejarklaustur a couple months ago, first time ever for me. I also took an a7 iv with me! Great camera.

Absolutely glorious shot!!

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zahhd t1_jbas1r3 wrote

Great picture! I’m so jealous. I was in Hofn a week ago and one of the days it was supposed to be a very strong aurora (kp7) with huge solar storms. We missed it completely because it was so cloudy

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