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Taking Photos with a Digital Camera

Take a look at these proven photo-taking techniques used by both amateur and professional photographers. We promise that your photos will improve if you follow even a few of them.

In this section you’ll also gain insights about avoiding common photographic mistakes. Yes, everyone makes them…even pros.

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Using a DSLR manually

Using a DSLR manually

Focusing and exposing manually with your camera will sometimes yield better results than solely relying on its auto or semi-automatic systems.

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The Sunny 16 Rule

The Sunny 16 Rule

If you’re not familiar with the Sunny 16 Rule and take a lot of photos outside in bright light, you may want to give it a try. You’ll need a camera with manual controls.

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Five great reasons to use an external flash

Five great reasons to use an external flash

If your digital camera has a hot shoe, it can accept an external flash. Here are five compelling reasons to use one.

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Digital camera histogram: use it to improve exposure

Digital camera histogram: use it to improve exposure

A histogram is probably one of the most misunderstood – and most inherently useful – digital camera features. Use it to help improve exposure.

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Autofocus problems and solutions

Autofocus problems and solutions

Don’t get frustrated when your digital camera won’t autofocus. Learn about the main causes of autofocus problems and what to do to overcome them.

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