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Depth of field quick guide

Depth of field quick guide

A quick and easy guide to increasing or decreasing depth of field in a photo using a digital camera.

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Exposure bracketing

Exposure bracketing

When lighting and metering is difficult, take a series of lighter and darker exposures of the same scene. Bracketing helps ensure adequate exposure.

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Exposure value

Exposure value

To override a digital cameras automatic exposure settings, change the exposure value.

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Photo composition

Photo composition

Using these time honored principles of composition can help you frame better, more interesting and eye-catching shots.

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Point & shoot creative control

Point & shoot creative control

If your point and shoot digital camera doesn’t have manual or semi-automatic settings, try some of these techniques for more creative control of photos.

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Program AE mode

Program AE mode

Program AE is a useful, often overlooked, digital camera exposure mode that lets your creativity come into play in a simple and reliable way.

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Shutter speed chart

Shutter speed chart

To freeze the action or capture motion in a photo, adjust the shutter speed. Here are suggested shutter speeds for a variety of subjects.

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The effects of changing shutter speed

The effects of changing shutter speed

Capture dazzling photos with your digital camera. Freeze the action or capture movement by simply changing the shutter speed.

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