Re: Standing Still

[P3D Bill Davis <bd3d@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

>OK, this is slightly off-subject, but does anyone have a suggestion on how
>to shoot low light subjects where tripods aren't allowed?  I've gotten away
>with using one in a couple of museums, but can't count on being so lucky in
>future.  Any way of bracing yourself (assuming no handy solid surface)?  I
>doubt if I can slow down my breathing let alone my pulse, and I figure
>shutter times in excess of 10 seconds - if anyone has any ideas, thanks.
>
>Vince Macek

Many good suggestions have already been made. Here's a solution I used when
I couldn't pack a tripod (admittedly not answering your query directly,
because you *did* say "assuming no handy solid surface"). 

In case there's some solid surface at all you might want to consider a bean
bag to support the camera.  You would need a cable, but I assume you were
going to use one anyway.  A firm bag will allow you a lot of latitude in
positioning the camera yet hold its shape once set.  Fits in a pocket, too.

You want to select one with the least slippery covering, obviously.  
Not that that is a RULE, though. God forbid! :--)

I've used a bean bag to support my camera on a round handrail for 20 sec.
exposures and a rocky ledge for 30-plus secs.  

Best regards,
Bill Davis
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