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So, you think my camera takes nice pictures?

Posted on August 4, 2010

Well, guess what peeps?! YOUR camera can take nice pictures too! And, I’m (hopefully) going to let you in on a few tricks to make it a little easier to figure out, starting with this post. Most of this info will be geared toward those with DSLR’s since the settings on most point and shoots don’t allow for as much customization. But, I will try to come up with some good stuff for anyone-even you cell phone photographers out there. ;)

So, first things first! I want you to branch out and get that dial off of “auto”-otherwise known as the green box. The most important things you need to know are that the AV setting is to allow your camera to prioritize exposure based on your aperture (otherwise known as f-stop), and the TV setting is to prioritize based on shutter speed. Don’t worry if you don’t yet know what all of this means, we’ll get to that in a future post.
*Ok-I am a Canon girl, so if you see different settings on your dial, you’re probably going to want to check that little book that came with your camera, or go online and search, (which may be easier, heh) to see which settings correspond to AV & TV on your camera.
So, now that you’ve done this, go out and take some photos in each mode. Now, I wouldn’t recommend doing this for an important occasion just yet, but you know, maybe a trip to the park or a walk around the block. All you need to do at this point is either choose your aperture (f-stop)(AV) or your shutter speed (TV) and the camera will do the rest. You’re still basically in partial manual mode, but you’re on your way to figuring out how each setting works, individually without the pressure of setting everything manually.
Don’t be scared! Remember, you got a digital camera so you could take as many photos as you like and delete the yucky ones without wasting money. ;) Go out there and practice, noting what happens to your photos in each setting-you can usually see these later, on your computer when you upload them, so you don’t have to try to remember every single one.
Come back when you’ve done this and report your findings! I will use your comments to customize the next “tip & tricks” post based on what most people are having trouble with or doing well with.
Happy shooting!!

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  • angelaku says:
    August 6, 2010 at 9:53 pm -

    Oh honey, I love my auto-focus too! For, me manual focus was sort of the last thing on my list of “musts,” since I feel that the other parts of using your camera in manual are more important. Of course, this is just my opinion, but in most cases where you’re dealing with the elusive toddlerum fasticus, or other speedy subjects your computerized auto-focus is always going to be faster than human hands. ;)

    Good to know this is something you are interested in! I’ll put it on my list for a future post. It is really nice to know how to get right if you want some wicked flare. :)

  • Annie Banannie says:
    August 6, 2010 at 8:45 pm -

    Hi! My name is Annie and I’m addicted to my auto-focus. I find that I do this by lazy default because I can catch my super fast toddler in action with my AV. I will dedicate more time to learn the technical aspects instead of my DSLR “point and shoot” habit! Thanks for the post, Ang!

  • angelaku says:
    August 5, 2010 at 7:09 am -

    Thanks mama!! :)

  • Diane says:
    August 5, 2010 at 7:03 am -

    you rock totally!! very nice

  • angelaku says:
    August 5, 2010 at 6:53 am -

    Thanks Cathy and back ‘atcha! I’m going to try to put some more general tips on here too, so everyone can benefit! :)

  • angelaku says:
    August 5, 2010 at 6:52 am -

    Thank you Tosha! You are so awesome at being supportive, you rock too! :)

  • angelaku says:
    August 5, 2010 at 6:50 am -

    Thanks Heather and HA!! We can all get along, right? ;) Love your sign off!

  • cathy says:
    August 5, 2010 at 6:48 am -

    Hey lady! Great job!! Sure wish I had some better camera equipment so I could try your cool tips!! Keep up the great work!! You’re such a pro already!! So happy to callyou friend!!

  • Tosha says:
    August 5, 2010 at 12:05 am -

    You rock! I’m so following your tutorials. Looking forward to more :)
    xo

  • Katy says:
    August 4, 2010 at 10:47 pm -

    Funny, I was just musing this the other day, and wondering how to phrase it. The camera is only half the battle…

  • Heather says:
    August 4, 2010 at 10:16 pm -

    Cool! I’ve always thought of doing this…but I don’t think I would articulate it as well and you. Nicely done! Canon user eh? I guess I’ll still talk to you. =) H to the C









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