Chapter 2. Just Set the Camera to “P” for Professional (Not!!!)

First Things First, Let’s Nail The Exposure

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In this chapter, I’m going to discuss how I get my best exposure. Back in the old film days, I always carried an exposure meter with me, but since switching to digital, I really haven’t found the need for one. I know a number of people may cringe at that remark, but by using the techniques in this chapter, I think you’ll find that you can nail your exposure every time. Yes, I still use a light meter, but now it is the camera. Instead of reading the numbers off a light meter, I use the camera’s visual assets, like the ...

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