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Just for Newbies

Get up to speed quickly on the basic techniques you need to know about using your digital camera. Once you’re comfortable using them, move on to more advanced techniques if your goal is to take more than simply snapshots.


First steps for new digital camera users

First steps for new digital camera users

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Four suggestions to help first time digital camera owners begin their new journey into the world of digital photography.

Your new digital camera and light

Your new digital camera and light

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Advice for new digital camera users who want to take get beyond taking just snapshots.

Aperture & shutter speed

Aperture & shutter speed

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A quick guide to understanding aperture and shutter priority modes.

Your digital camera manual

Your digital camera manual

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Your digital camera manual can seem overwhelming, especially for brand new digital camera owners. But it doesn’t have to be. Here’s some advice for getting the most out of the manual without feeling bewildered.

Mistakes new digital camera users make

Mistakes new digital camera users make

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Take better photos after taking time to understand the mistakes many new digital camera users often make.

Using a DSLR for the first time

Using a DSLR for the first time

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Why first-time digital single lens reflex camera owners may want to use program mode. It does most of the thinking for you but still provides menu settings for more creative control.

Confessions of a new digital camera user

Confessions of a new digital camera user

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He did a little research, bought a camera, invested in a memory card and stocked up with several sets of rechargeable batteries. He’s ready to go. Or was he?