Yes, I agree that the image does well in B&W with the contrast of the city lights and dark shadows. Cameras only capture light that falls within the dynamic range of the sensor. Our eyes have quite a bit more dynamic range. It pays to check the histogram before you take the shot and after in post processing.
My only comments on composition are to be mindful of the edges of images and where do you want your leading lines. Sometimes it is hard to avoid distractions and sometimes just moving a couple steps can make a huge difference.
I processed the color image and made a few minor adjustments. I did add quite a bit of texture. When shooting at wide angles you may wish to apply lens corrections in LR.
I like your image.
  Posted: 10/03/2024 05:51:10

Rizwan, I quite like both versions and I see where Richard is coming from. I fully agree with your choice to convert this one to Monochrome, and I feel that your conversion is nicely done. I believe this image will gain acceptances in competition.

To me, this image illustrates the very concept of convergence, with your multiple lines all pulling the eye into the center of the image. We are often told not to place the center of interest in the center, but in this case it works. OTOH it would also work if you angled the camera to one side or the other, to place your point of interest to one side on a power line. I'm not saying that's the ONLY option, but it's ANOTHER option that could result in another successful image.

Lillian   Posted: 10/10/2024 16:09:20

Hi Rizwan, I also like the multiple leading lines - you really feel your eyes following them in a very pleasing way. I would only crop slightly the right side to cover the black edge at the bottom right - I found it a bit distracting. I also like the vibrancy of the scene. I am torn about the color versus monochrome versions - I feel that the bright neon lights and colors at night are so characteristic of the area. But I like both versions and I understand the perspective of others. Richard's edits enhance the image.   Posted: 10/14/2024 18:19:28

I like the leading lines as others have mentioned, they draw your eyes into the picture as they should and make you want to walk along the boulevard. I also agree with Richard's edits and cropping the right side a bit.

I think one of the reasons Tokyo street scenes are so popular is because of all the bright colors and activity along the streets. Further down on the left side of this street and on the building at the far end most of the lights are off and it leaves me with a heavy feeling in the color version. The black and white version masks that somewhat but I'm still left wishing for more light in those areas.

A final comment - the image is a bit soft. Is there a reason you chose a relatively slow shutter speed and low ISO? Both could have been increased to sharpen the image a bit. Alternatively, a tripod (which certainly isn't always available while wandering a city) could allow the people to move while maintaining sharp buildings and would give a different effect.
  Posted: 10/17/2024 20:40:26