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Canon EOS R50 For Dummies

by Julie Adair King, Theano Nikitas

October 2023

Beginner

352 pages

10h 58m

English

For Dummies

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Copyright
About This BookIcons Used in This BookBeyond the BookWhere to Go From Here
Preparing the Camera for Initial UseUsing the TouchscreenExploring External Camera FeaturesOrdering from Camera MenusLooking at Display OptionsDisabling Pop-Ups and Help TextUsing Quick Control ModeFamiliarizing Yourself with the LensReviewing a Few Final Setup Options
Choosing a Shooting ModeChanging the Drive ModeUnderstanding the Image Quality SettingSetting the Photo Aspect RatioAdding FlashReviewing Advanced Flash Options
Using Scene Intelligent Auto Mode (A+)Discovering SCN (Scene) Modes
Introducing the Exposure Trio: Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISOStepping Up to Advanced Shooting Modes (P, Tv, Av, and M)Monitoring Exposure SettingsChoosing an Exposure Metering ModeSetting ISO, Aperture, and Shutter SpeedExploring Exposure-Correction ToolsLocking Autoexposure SettingsBracketing Exposures Automatically
Choosing Auto or Manual FocusDisabling the Touch ShutterMastering the Autofocus SystemFocusing ManuallyManipulating Depth of Field

Understanding White BalanceChanging the Color SpaceTaking a Quick Look at Picture StylesIncreasing or Reducing Clarity
Recapping Basic Picture SettingsShooting Still PortraitsCapturing ActionPhotographing Scenic VistasCapturing Dynamic Close-Ups
Choosing a Movie Shooting ModeReviewing a Few Video BasicsRecording Movies Using Default SettingsRecording Your First Vlog (Video Blog)Setting the Broadcast StandardUnderstanding the Movie Recording Size SettingSelecting Audio OptionsUsing Movie Digital ZoomRecording Vertical MoviesReviewing Other Movie OptionsPlaying Movies
Adjusting Instant Image Review TimingViewing Pictures in Playback ModeCustomizing the Data Display
Rating Photos and MoviesProtecting Photos and MoviesDeleting FilesTaking Advantage of Image SearchPreparing Pictures for Online SharingSending Files to Your Computer
Customizing Button FunctionsRedesigning the Quick Control ScreenChanging the Lens Control Ring FunctionCustomizing Auto-Power Shutoff TimesResetting All Custom FunctionsChoosing a USB Connection AppCreating Your Own MenuMagnifying the Menu DisplayAdding Custom FoldersEmbedding Copyright Notices
Trying Canon DPP 4Adding Special EffectsUsing In-Camera Editing ToolsShooting a Time-Lapse MovieAdding Cleaning InstructionsTrimming MoviesCreating a Slide ShowShooting in Hybrid Auto ModeViewing Photos and Movies on a TVExploring an Obscure Printing Option
Reviewing the Wireless Function MenusConnecting to a Computer via Wi-FiConnecting to a Smartphone or Tablet

Overview

Move on from phone snapshots and start making amazing images

Canon EOS R50 For Dummies helps you create superior photo and video content, with step-by-step instructions for how to make the most of this advanced, interchangeable-lens digital camera. You’ll walk through the controls, interface, and accessories of the Canon EOS R50, and you’ll learn the basics of image-making, so you can take impressive shots, even if you’ve never taken a photography class. Let this Dummies guide be your teacher as you learn to take great action shots, stunning portraits, detailed closeups, low-light photos, and professional-looking video.

Learn your way around the Canon EOS R50 and its settings and controls
Get familiar with common photography terms and basic techniques
Start shooting right away with user-friendly instructions on using automatic modes
Go manual to adjust focus, color, sharpness, and more to get the look you’re after

Photography hobbyists and content creators will love Canon EOS R50 For Dummies, the quick-start guide to the camera built for those looking for superior photo and video results.