Image DAY 51 PHOTOGRAPHY 101

Camera Settings

FOR A WELL-ADJUSTED SHUTTERBUG

Because so many cameras are different from each other, it’s best to read your camera manual’s section on settings to see exactly what type of camera you have and what settings are available.

The three main fully adjustable camera settings we will cover are ISO, shutter speed and aperture. These features are always available on SLR cameras and may be available on point and shoots.

ISO refers to how sensitive the film is to light. This designation isn’t just for film cameras; many digital cameras also have settings that let you choose how sensitive the sensor will be ...

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