Ask David Bergman

“When I’m using flash outdoors during the day, do I turn off exposure simulation? If so, do I turn it back on after, or do I leave it off for the whole shoot? Thank you.” Continue Reading →

“I have a prospective client who can only get photos taken in the middle of the day. How can I get a good portrait in that light?” Continue Reading →

“When using multiple flashes in the same optical group, does E-TTL fire them all at the same power? What if some of those flashes are larger or more powerful while others are smaller like the Canon 600EX and the 430EX? The camera has no clue which way the flashes are pointed, so how does it know what to do?” Continue Reading →

“What are your favorite settings on the Canon EOS R3 camera?” Continue Reading →

“Why is it that photos of a board that is half white and half black are grey when shot individually. But when both white and black parts are shot in a single frame they appear to be white and black? Please explain.” Continue Reading →

“What do you think about the future of photography with the advent of Al?” Continue Reading →

“What hardware and software do I need for tethering?” Continue Reading →

“Regarding white balance, since most of us shoot in RAW, should we really care about changing the white balance mode on the camera, or just correct in post processing? Also, should we use a grey card, or is there no need since we can correct in post? Thanks.” Continue Reading →

“I understand that using a grid on modifiers in a studio setting can reduce light spilling onto the background and surrounding surfaces. But what about in an outdoor setting if there are no walls near the subject? Does the grid make any difference?” Continue Reading →