How Far Can You See Sydney's Fireworks from 14km Away?

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The discussion centers on viewing Sydney's fireworks from a distance of 14 kilometers. The participants mention using a 200mm lens with an aperture of f2.8, an ISO setting of 1000, and a shutter speed of 1/30 second for optimal photography. This setup is crucial for capturing the fireworks clearly from afar. The conversation also includes light-hearted exchanges about the New Year celebrations.

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our ( wife and myself) location 14km from the bridge
200mm, f2.8, 1000 ISO, 30th sec
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Run! :smile:
 
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berkeman said:
Run! :smile:

hahaha
Happy New Year, Mike, have an outstanding year to you and family :smile:
 
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