Have you ever seen a green flash sunset?

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The thread discusses experiences and observations related to witnessing a green flash during sunsets, particularly in maritime settings. Participants share personal anecdotes, photographs, and technical details about capturing such moments, while also expressing desires to see or capture specific sunset phenomena.

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  • Some participants describe their experiences with sunsets, noting the brilliance and colors observed, including the green flash.
  • One participant expresses a desire to see a green flash, previously believing it required special equipment, but now questioning that assumption based on others' experiences.
  • Several participants compliment the photographs shared, with specific mentions of favorite images, such as those featuring sailboats.
  • There is a discussion about capturing a full moon, with references to bats or birds for effect, indicating a desire for creative photography.
  • One participant speculates about the appearance of radial lines in a moon photograph, suggesting curiosity about the image's details.
  • Another participant shares a HDR version of a sailboat image, noting it may not appear natural but enhances visibility.
  • Technical details about camera equipment are discussed, with mentions of specific Canon models and their capabilities for dynamic shots.

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Participants generally share positive sentiments about sunsets and photography, but there is no consensus on the necessity of special equipment for observing the green flash, as some express differing beliefs about this requirement.

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Some discussions involve speculative elements, such as the appearance of features in photographs, and there are references to personal preferences in photography without definitive conclusions.

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Individuals interested in photography, particularly sunset and nature photography, as well as those curious about the phenomenon of the green flash and related experiences.

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So our continental guests expressed the desire to witness a maritieme sunset. And they certainly did not complain about our efforts to forfill such.

This is what you only can hope for

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The sunset was exceptionally brilliant, you could not look directly in the sun for a long time

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We have touchdown

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The last few images in sequence, we all saw the last rays of the sun clearly turn green, however the camera had other ideas (live size crops)

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Enjoy
 
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Andre said:
fuyl1z.jpg

This is kind of sea water skiers dream about :-p

But I like the first one most.
 
I've seen plenty of first class sunsets in Aruba. However, I have never seen the green flash. I had assumed that you needed special equipment to see it. However your story indicates that I was wrong about that. I'm still looking forward to that pleasure.
 
Those look fantastic. I think the sailboat one is my favorite too. Thanks.

And now, Andre, can you capture a full moon? With bats or birds fluttering across it for effect. :-P
 
Andre said:
So our continental guests expressed the desire to witness a maritieme sunset. And they certainly did not complain about our efforts to forfill such.

This is what you only can hope for

2uyk275.jpg

I see a photo contest entry here. Very nice Andre.
 
Nilequeen, here is your full moon but the bats need a bit of work.

Don, Excellent perception, yes it's entered here as pristine work without any post processing.
 
Nice sequence, Andre.
 
Just lovely, wish I was there.
 
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Andre said:
Nilequeen, here is your full moon but the bats need a bit of work.

Nice one Andre. I wonder why there are all those radial lines from what appears to
be a crater at the bottom of the picture.
 
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I guess there is a lot of speculation going on about that crater.

Anyway back on topic, here is a sort of HDR version of the sailboat, not that natural anymore but the sea is a bit more visible.

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We had cloudless skies last night, here's a couple shots as the sun dissapeared: all hail Roy G. Biv!

[PLAIN]http://img694.imageshack.us/img694/2824/dsc8043b.jpg

[PLAIN]http://img193.imageshack.us/img193/5932/dsc8044p.jpg
 
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But at least the weather was nice :smile:
 
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Anyway, the first picture turned out to be a winner.
 
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Andre said:
Anyway, the first picture turned out to be a winner.

congrats!
 
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What kind of camera are you using Andre?
 
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مبروك!

:smile:
 
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Andy Resnick said:
congrats!

Thanks, Andy

Pythagorean said:
What kind of camera are you using Andre?

Same as Borek, a Canon EOS 7D, but essentially the same results are possible with a EOS 550D, 600D or 60D, all using the same sensor. It get's different though if you go for highly dynamic, fast action shots

drizzle said:
مبروك!

:smile:

شكرا لك يا حبيبي! :biggrin:
 

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