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The lens shown here is the 18–55mm AF-P kit lens; other lenses may have different features.</p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-260985\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/d5600-external-controls-top.jpg\" alt=\"d5600-external-controls-top\" width=\"474\" height=\"400\" /></p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-260982\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/d5600-external-controls-back.jpg\" alt=\"d5600-external-controls-back\" width=\"350\" height=\"400\" /></p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-260983\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/d5600-external-controls-lens.jpg\" alt=\"d5600-external-controls-lens\" width=\"406\" height=\"400\" /></p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-260984\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/d5600-external-controls-side.jpg\" alt=\"d5600-external-controls-side\" width=\"205\" height=\"400\" /></p>\n"},{"title":"Functions of buttons and controls on the Nikon D5600","thumb":null,"image":null,"content":"<p>It’s great to have a map to the buttons and controls on your camera, but it’s not a lot of help if you can’t remember which button to press when (and why). So, here’s a look at the functions of the most important controls. (Some controls have additional functions during certain operations, but the table lists the ones you’ll use most often.) <strong><em>Note: </em></strong>This information concentrates on features available when you shoot in the P, S, A, and M exposure modes. A few controls also work in other modes.</p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\"><strong>This Control</strong></td>\n<td width=\"421\"><strong> . . . Performs These Functions</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Mode dial</td>\n<td width=\"421\">Sets the exposure mode, which determines how much control you have over picture settings. For the most control, choose P, S, A, or M.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">LV switch</td>\n<td width=\"421\">Rotate the switch to toggle Live View on and off. The viewfinder is unavailable when Live View is enabled.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Movie-record button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">After putting the camera into Live View mode, press to start and stop recording.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Menu button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">Opens the camera menus. Menu items that appear dimmed can’t be adjusted in the current exposure mode.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Exposure Compensation button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">In P, S, and A modes, press while rotating the Command dial to apply Exposure Compensation (adjusts brightness of the next picture you take). A higher value produces a brighter picture. In Manual exposure mode, press while rotating the Command dial to adjust the aperture setting.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Info button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">During viewfinder shooting, turn the Information screen on and off. When Live View is engaged, change the type and amount of data displayed on the monitor.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">AE-L/AF-L button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">During shooting, locks exposure and autofocus; during playback, locks picture file. Locked files can’t be erased when you use the camera’s Delete functions; they&#8217;re erased if you format the memory card.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Playback button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">Toggles picture playback on and off.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\"><strong><em>i </em></strong>button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">During shooting, displays the <em>control strip,</em> which provides quick access to various settings. During playback, displays i-button menu with access to post-capture features such as rating and retouching photos.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Multi-Selector/OK button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">During shooting, press the outer edges up/down/left/right to navigate menus and select camera settings; press OK to lock in your choice of settings. During playback, press up/down to change the playback display mode; press left/right to scroll through pictures.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Zoom In button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">During Live View shooting and picture playback, press to magnify the display. During movie playback, press to increase audio volume.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Zoom Out Button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">Press to reduce on-screen magnification. During playback, press to cycle from full-frame playback to Thumbnails view and then to Calendar view. On any screen that has a question mark in the lower-left corner, press to display an information screen about the current function.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Delete button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">While reviewing pictures, press to erase currently displayed or selected photos.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Flash button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">In P, S, A, and M exposure modes, press to use the built-in flash. For exposure modes that offer flash, press while rotating the Command dial to change the Flash mode. Hold down the Flash button and Exp. Comp. button while rotating the Command dial to adjust flash power.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">FN (Function) button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">By default, offers quick access to the ISO setting. It can be programmed to perform other functions through the Custom Setting menu.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Release Mode button</td>\n<td width=\"421\">Offers fast access to the setting that controls the Release mode (single-frame, continuous capture, self-timer mode, etc.)</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n"},{"title":"Exposure modes on the Nikon D5600","thumb":null,"image":null,"content":"<p>Your choice of exposure mode determines how much control you have over picture settings, including options that affect exposure, color, and autofocusing features. Set the exposure mode via the Mode dial, shown here. For the most control, switch to P, S, A, or M mode.</p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-260981\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/d5600-auto-flash.jpg\" alt=\"d5600-auto-flash\" width=\"366\" height=\"400\" /></p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\"><strong>Exposure Mode</strong></td>\n<td width=\"421\"><strong>Description</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Auto</td>\n<td width=\"421\">Completely automatic photography; the camera analyzes the scene and tries to choose settings that produce the best results.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Auto Flash Off</td>\n<td width=\"421\">Same as Auto, but with flash disabled.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Scene</td>\n<td width=\"421\">Offers options for capturing specific types of scenes: portraits, landscapes, sports photos, and so on. Rotate the Command dial to scroll through the available scene types.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"169\">Effects</td>\n<td width=\"421\">Enables you to add special effects to pictures and movies as you shoot them. Rotate the Command dial to access the available effects. 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The best time to make sure your camera is ready for the next photo shoot is after you finish the previous one.</p>\n<p class=\"Tip\">After you finish a photo shoot, follow these steps to make sure your camera is ready for the next one:</p>\n<ol class=\"level-one\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"first-para\">Remove the memory card from the camera and download the images to your computer.</p>\n</li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"first-para\">Back up your image files to an external hard drive.</p>\n</li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"first-para\">Reformat the memory card. Always reformat the card in the camera.</p>\n</li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"first-para\">Check the life of the battery. 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The lens shown here is the 18–55mm kit lens; other lenses may have different features.</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/canon-eos77d-top.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-241936\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/canon-eos77d-top.jpg\" alt=\"canon-eos77d-top\" width=\"441\" height=\"400\" /></a></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/canon-eos77d-back.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-241934\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/canon-eos77d-back.jpg\" alt=\"canon-eos77d-back\" width=\"370\" height=\"400\" /></a></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/canon-eos77d-front.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-241935\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/canon-eos77d-front.jpg\" alt=\"canon-eos77d-front\" width=\"323\" height=\"400\" /></a></p>\n"},{"title":"Functions of buttons and other controls on the Canon EOS 77D","thumb":null,"image":null,"content":"<p>It&#8217;s great to have a map to the buttons and controls on your Canon EOS 77D camera, but it&#8217;s not a lot of help if you can&#8217;t remember which button to press when (and why). So here&#8217;s a quick recap of what you can do with each button. <strong><em>Note: </em></strong>This information concentrates on features available when you shoot in the P, Tv, Av, and M exposure modes. A few features also work in other modes.</p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\"><strong>Control</strong></td>\n<td width=\"401\"><strong>Function</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Mode dial</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Sets the exposure mode, which determines how much control you have over picture settings. For the most control, choose P, Tv, Av, or M.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Shutter button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Press halfway to autofocus and meter; press fully to take a photo.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Main dial</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Rotate to change settings.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">On/Off/Movie mode switch</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Turns the camera on in still photography or movie mode.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">AF Area Selection button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Press to display the AF Area Selection setting, which controls which autofocus point or zones the camera uses to set focusing distance.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">ISO button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Press to display a screen where you can adjust the ISO setting, which determines how sensitive the camera is to light.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">LCD panel illumination button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Turns on LCD panel backlighting.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">LCD panel</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Displays camera setting information in an alternate form than the viewfinder or back LCD monitor.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Menu button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Press to display and hide camera menus; rotate Main dial to cycle through menu pages.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Info button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">During playback, Live View photography, and Movie shooting, changes the data display. During viewfinder photography, toggles between the normal information display and an electronic level.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Display-off sensor</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Automatically turns the back LCD monitor off when you look through the viewfinder.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Live View/Movie record button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Press to toggle Live View on and off. When the camera is in Movie mode, press to start and stop recording.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">AF-ON button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Pressing this button initiates autofocus, just as if you were pressing the shutter button halfway.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">AE Lock/FE Lock/Index/Reduce button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">During shooting, press to lock autoexposure (AE) or to lock flash exposure (FE). During playback, press to cycle from single-image view to index (thumbnails) view. If the displayed image or live preview is magnified, press to reduce the magnification level.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">AF Point Selection/Magnify button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">During viewfinder photography, press to display the AF Area Selection screen. (You still must use the AF Area Selection button to change the setting.) In Playback mode, press to magnify the image on the monitor. In Live View or Movie mode, you also can magnify the display under certain circumstances.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Q button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Activates Quick Control mode, which provides fast access to shooting and playback settings. Press again to exit Quick Control mode.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Wi-Fi button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Press to display menu screen containing options for configuring wireless connections to a computer, smartphone, or tablet. After you&#8217;ve configured the Wi-Fi feature, pressing the button enables you to quickly connect and disconnect.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Playback button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Toggles picture playback on and off.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Quick Control dial</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Use the Quick Control dial to quickly scroll through many different options and settings. It&#8217;s very handy and is a great timesaver.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Set button/Quick Control keys</td>\n<td width=\"401\">During viewfinder shooting, press to access the following settings: top key, White Balance; right key, AF Operation; bottom key, Picture Style; left key, Drive mode. When choosing options from menus and other screens, use the Quick Control keys to highlight an option and then press Set to select that option.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Erase button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">While reviewing pictures, press to erase currently displayed or selected photos.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Multi Function lock switch</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Locks certain controls so that you don&#8217;t accidentally change camera settings when shooting.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Flash button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Press to raise built-in flash in P, Tv, Av, and M modes. When the flash is up, press again to access flash-related menu settings.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Depth-of-field preview button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Press to temporarily set the aperture to the selected f-stop so that you can see an approximation of depth of field in the viewfinder.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"159\">Lens-release button</td>\n<td width=\"401\">Press to disengage the lens from the camera&#8217;s lens mount so that you can remove the lens.</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\n"},{"title":"Canon EOS 77D exposure modes","thumb":null,"image":null,"content":"<p>Your choice of exposure mode determines how much control you have over picture settings, including options that affect exposure, color, and autofocusing features. Set the exposure mode via the Mode dial shown here. For the most control, switch to P, Tv, Av, or M mode. Canon refers to those modes as <em>Creative Zone modes;</em> the others are <em>Basic Zone </em>modes.</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/canon-eos77d-modes.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-241943\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/canon-eos77d-modes.jpg\" alt=\"canon-eos77d-modes\" width=\"290\" height=\"400\" /></a></p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"135\"><strong>Exposure Mode</strong></td>\n<td width=\"416\"><strong>Description</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"135\">Scene Intelligent Auto</td>\n<td width=\"416\">Completely automatic photography; the camera analyzes the scene and tries to choose settings that produce the best results.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"135\">Auto Flash Off</td>\n<td width=\"416\">Same as Auto, but with flash disabled.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"135\">Scene</td>\n<td width=\"416\">Automatic modes for capturing specific types of scenes. Four scenes (Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, and Sports) have their own setting on the Mode dial. 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It helps to organize them into broad categories based on features and prices. This is how they are designed and built, anyway. Manufacturers target specific audiences with each camera they produce. Knowing this helps you compare apples to apples when shopping or studying a camera’s capabilities.</p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Consumer-level:</strong> These cameras are for beginners or those with a limited budget. Prices are under $1000, give or take. While they can take great photos, entry-level models at the low end of the consumer spectrum have limited features and capabilities compared to the rest. More expensive cameras in this category feature better performance and features and are very good cameras.</li>\n</ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Don’t ever be embarrassed at having a consumer or entry-level dSLR. Even the least expensive dSLR is a far more capable camera than a compact digital. The best way to get more out of a consumer-level dSLR is to upgrade the lens.</p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mid-range models: </strong>These cameras are for the photo enthusiast who really means business. They range in price from between $1,000 and $1,500. Manufacturers begin adding pro-level features such as better autofocus, metering, and flash options. Mid-range models also cater to professional who needs something smaller, lighter, and less expensive than a top-tier camera.</li>\n<li><strong>Professional cameras:</strong> dSLRs that cost over $1,500 are considered professional cameras. They are larger than amateur cameras, weigh more, use more magnesium alloy for strength and durability, and have many more features. The least expensive professional dSLRs often have cropped sensors and other form-factor compromises that help keep them affordable. High-end professional digital SLRs can run anywhere from $2,500 to $7,000 or more. They weigh more, are more durable, have the full-frame best sensors, image processors, autofocus, metering, and ISO performance than other dSLRs. They represent the pinnacle of digital SLR photography.</li>\n</ul>\n"},{"title":"Basic parts of a digital SLR","thumb":null,"image":null,"content":"<p>All dSLRs share several common design elements, which makes it possible to pick up any dSLR and not feel totally lost. The following illustrations of a consumer-level model <a href=\"https://dummies-wp-content.dummies.com/photography/cameras/canon-camera/canon-eos-90d-cheat-sheet/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dSLR from Canon</a> depict the basic parts of a typical dSLR.</p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-274469\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/digital-slr-camera-front.jpg\" alt=\"dSLR camera front\" width=\"441\" height=\"400\" /></p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-274474\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/digital-slr-camera-top.jpg\" alt=\"dSLR camera top\" width=\"395\" height=\"400\" /></p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-274468\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/digital-slr-camera-back.jpg\" alt=\"dSLR camera back\" width=\"307\" height=\"400\" /></p>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-274473\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/digital-slr-camera-side.jpg\" alt=\"dSLR camera side\" width=\"311\" height=\"400\" /></p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-274471\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/digital-slr-camera-memory-card.jpg\" alt=\"dSLR memory card\" width=\"406\" height=\"400\" /></p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-274472\" src=\"https://www.dummies.com/wp-content/uploads/digital-slr-camera-settings.jpg\" alt=\"dSLR camera settings\" width=\"357\" height=\"400\" /></p>\n"},{"title":"Digital SLR lens types and focal lengths","thumb":null,"image":null,"content":"<p>Lenses are an important part of digital SLR photography. Knowing what types of lenses there are and what they do will help you choose the right lenses for the type of photography you want to pursue.</p>\n<p>The general lens categories are as follows:</p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Zoom lenses: </strong>These lenses have a zoom ring that enables you to change focal length. They come in several types. General-purpose zoom lenses, also called standard zoom lenses, are versatile, with wide-angle and limited telephoto focal lengths. There are also wide-angle and telephoto zoom lenses.</li>\n<li><strong>Prime lenses:</strong> These have a fixed focal length, which means that they don’t zoom in or out. While that might sound bad, prime lenses are very good at what they do. Buy the lens that matches the focal length you like the best. When you compose your shots, move closer or further away to zoom in and out.</li>\n<li><strong>Macro lenses:</strong> Macro lenses specialize in taking extreme close-ups. Most macro lenses are primes.</li>\n<li><strong>Other specialty lenses:</strong> This includes creative and artistic lenses such as:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>LensBaby:</strong> Non-traditional but creative. There are several models that have different creative focus and depth-of-field effects.</li>\n<li><strong>Holga:</strong> A plastic Holga lens that is compatible with your dSLR and can be mounted directly. Awesome!</li>\n<li><strong>Diana+</strong><em>:</em> Like Holga lenses, but appear more zoomed. Requires an adapter.</li>\n<li><strong>Tilt-shift:</strong> These tilt and shift, producing interesting depth-of-field and perspective effects.</li>\n<li><strong>Pinhole:</strong> A pinhole that lets light into the camera. There is no optical element and no need to focus. The aperture is so small that the depth of field is huge. Expect longer exposure times. Pinhole cameras create soft dreamy photos.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Lenses are also categorized based on their focal lengths:</p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ultra-wide angle:</strong> These lenses have a very wide angle of view. Their focal lengths are 20mm and below for full-frame cameras, 15mm and below for APS-C, and 10mm and below for Four Thirds system dSLRs.</li>\n<li><strong>Wide-angle:</strong> Wide-angle focal lengths include from approximately 20-40mm for full-frame, 15-25mm for APS-C, and 10-20mm for Four Thirds cameras.</li>\n<li><strong>Normal:</strong> Normal focal lengths have the same basic perspective as the human eye. Focal lengths include 40-60mm for full-frame, 25-40mm for APS-C, and 20-30mm for Four Thirds cameras.</li>\n<li><strong>Near (also known as medium) telephoto:</strong> Near telephoto focal lengths run from approximately 60-200mm for full-frame cameras, 40-135mm for APS-C, and 30-100mm for Four Thirds system cameras.</li>\n<li><strong>Telephoto:</strong> This range is considered &#8220;proper telephoto.&#8221; It extends from the end of near telephoto and stops just before things get outrageously expensive. Typical telephoto focal lengths are from 200-300mm for full-frame, 135-200mm for APS-C, and 100-150mm for Four Thirds cameras.</li>\n<li><strong>Super telephoto:</strong> These lenses are singularly optimized to shoot incredible shots with ridiculous focal lengths. 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May be in Scene or Special scene mode.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"279\">Sports/Action</td>\n<td width=\"279\">Optimized to photograph moving subjects with a fast shutter speed. You can also use Sports Action when <em>you&#8217;re</em> moving. May be in Scene or Special scene mode.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"279\">Macro/Close-up</td>\n<td width=\"279\">A close-up. May be in Scene or Special scene mode.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"279\">Scene (SCN)</td>\n<td width=\"279\">If your camera has no scenes on the mode dial, they may be organized into a single mode setting on the dial called Scene or Special Scene. Your camera may have many more types of scenes besides those on the mode dial, such as Child, Sunset, Night View, Handheld Night, Twilight, or Night Portrait.</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"279\">Specialty</td>\n<td width=\"279\">Many cameras now have some form of automatic &#8220;high dynamic range&#8221; (HDR) shooting mode. Some enable you to shoot multiple exposures. 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Nikon Nikon D3100 For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 04-27-2022

With the D3100, Nikon proves once again that you don't have to give an arm and a leg — or strain your back and neck — to enjoy dSLR photography. This addition to the Nikon family of dSLRs doesn't skimp on power or performance, offering a great set of features to help you take your photography to the next level. To help you get started using your D3100 camera, we've provided a handy reference to your camera's buttons and dials and automatic and advanced exposure modes.

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Canon Canon EOS 80D For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 04-25-2022

Your Canon 80D camera has so many features that it can be difficult to remember what each control does. To help you sort things out, study this handy reference to your Canon camera's external controls and exposure modes. Print out this guide, tuck it in your camera bag, and get a head start on taking great photographs!

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Nikon Nikon D5600 For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 04-20-2022

With the D5600 camera, Nikon proves once again that you don’t have to give an arm and a leg — or strain your back and neck — to enjoy advanced dSLR photography. Although the Nikon D5600 price is reasonable, it doesn’t skimp on power or performance, offering a great set of features to help you take your photography to the next level. And for novices, the camera offers plenty of easy-to-use, automated modes. To help you get started using your camera, here’s a handy reference to your camera’s buttons, dials, and exposure modes.

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Canon Canon EOS 7D Mark II For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 03-18-2022

Your Canon EOS 7D has a stunning 20.2-megapixel capture, Live View, high-definition video, and much more. But all this technology can be a bit daunting, especially if this is your first real digital SLR (single-lens reflex). Discover how to get the most out of your camera’s shooting and metering modes, as well as how to assemble a makeshift tripod. In addition, find out the steps to take after a photo shoot to ensure your camera is ready for the next one.

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Canon Canon EOS 77D For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 03-10-2022

Your Canon EOS 77D has so many features that it can be difficult to remember what each control does. To help you sort things out, this Cheat Sheet offers a handy reference to your camera's external controls and exposure modes. Print out this guide, tuck it in your camera bag, and get a head start on taking great photographs!

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Canon Canon EOS Rebel XS/1000D For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 03-10-2022

Your Canon EOS Rebel XS/1000D has all the features you can use to take great photos. You need to set the picture mode to match the subject of your picture, and the Canon EOS Rebel XS/1000D lets you go fully or partially automatic with exposure settings.

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General Cameras Digital SLR Photography All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 03-10-2022

If you’re interested in photography, you will find no better device than a digital SLR (or dSLR). Whether you’re an amateur or a professional, you can find a dSLR that will fit your needs. You really can’t beat the combination of power, flexibility, growth potential, and “accessorize-ability” of a dSLR. With the information in this cheat sheet, you’ll be taking photos in no time.

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General Cameras Digital SLR Cameras & Photography For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 03-08-2022

The digital single-lens reflex (dSLR) camera is the great step upward for photographers who want to expand their creative horizons. Whether you want to become a serious photo hobbyist or simply want to take advantage of the improved control that digital SLR cameras give you, becoming familiar with the dSLR’s controls is one of your top priorities.

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Nikon Nikon D5500 For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 02-25-2022

With the D5500 camera, Nikon proves once again that you don't have to give an arm and a leg — or strain your back and neck — to enjoy dSLR photography. The D5500 addition to the Nikon family of dSLRs doesn't skimp on power or performance, offering a great set of features to help you take your photography to the next level. To help you get started using your camera, here's a handy reference to your camera's buttons, dials, and exposure modes.

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Canon Canon EOS Rebel T5i/700D For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 02-25-2022

Your Canon EOS Rebel T5i/700D dSLR camera has so many features that it can be difficult to remember what each control does, especially if you're new to digital SLR photography. Develop your talents in digital photography by becoming familiar with the camera's controls and exposure modes. Print this Cheat Sheet out, tuck it in your camera bag, and get a head start on taking great photographs!

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