Category: Camera Know-how

Examining the Differences Between Manual Mode and the Auto Modes - Free Quick Guide

In the thrilling days of yesteryear, everything was manual, from cameras to cars. We learned manually and did fine. It was what we knew. It

The Three Keys to Depth of Field

I remember years ago when I joined ‘more serious’ photography forums. The first thing that astonished me was the super-soft backgrounds behind the images on

Getting It Right: Camera Settings for Moving Objects

Photographing moving subjects is one of the most challenging types of photography, especially if you’re just starting. Action photography requires patience and practice to get

The Top Three Reasons That You Underexpose Pictures

Was it me, or is my camera a dud? Today, I will answer the age-old question of why pictures sometimes come out far too dark.

The Top Three Reasons That You Underexpose Pictures - Free Quick Guide

Underexposure is a big problem, especially for new photographers. This guide by Robin Nichols discusses the top three reasons why we tend to underexpose our

The Three Keys to Depth of Field - Free Quick Guide

A message from the author – “I remember years ago when I joined the ‘more serious’ photography forums. The first thing that astonished me was

Getting the Most Out of Your Camera – Back Button Focus

Back button focus is a mystery to some photographers and an essential technique for others. Back button focus is an alternate way of setting up

Should You Consider Investing in a Mirrorless Camera?

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last few years, you are likely to have heard the term ‘mirrorless’ bandied around. For years,

Live View: Its Benefits and Shortcomings

Though the current generation of vloggers, bloggers, influencers, and enthusiast photographers probably couldn’t imagine a life without Live View, it wasn’t long ago when it

What Is the Purpose of the UV Filter and Do I Really Need One?

I began this short article as I usually do: scanning the internet doing my due diligence. The plain fact is, I hardly ever use any

Lens Focal Length Defined and Explained - Free Quick Guide

One of the most critical components of your camera system is your lenses. How much do you really know about your lenses? You’ve likely heard

Digital Zoom vs. Optical Zoom

I was fortunate to have been around at the birth of the digital camera. I’m referring to point-and-shoots or bridge cameras, as it’s known in

Category: Camera Know-how

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