October 2012
Beginner to intermediate
288 pages
7h 53m
English
Content preview from Canon EOS Rebel T4i/650D Digital Field Guide
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Chapter 7: Shooting Photos
Your camera has wonderful features, and it is important that you understand how they work. Camera modes, such as Shutter–priority AE (
) and Aperture–priority AE (
), give you flexibility and control over your photos. Automatic modes, such as Portrait (
), give you options without the worry. This chapter examines some of the recommended equipment, best practices, and tips to improve your photography.
The principles of photography in this chapter are intended to help you take better photographs. Even better, some of the advice is given by photographers from different disciplines and backgrounds, all of whom offer great insight on improving your photography.
There are settings on your camera that are ideal for specific types of photography, like wildlife.
Portrait Photography
Have you ever wondered how photographers create such beautiful portraits of people and places? This section answers many questions about the mechanics and art of portrait photography. A good way to start is by asking yourself how your picture will be used. Are you capturing family memories ...