CHAPTER 3: EXPOSURE FOR PETS: GETTING IT RIGHT IN-CAMERA

In spite of the freedom digital photography has brought to the world of photography, it is important to capture well-exposed images. There are definitely some specific considerations to keep in mind when exposing for pet portraits. In this chapter, you’ll find direction on pet-specific camera settings for achieving accurately exposed images.

Why Should You Care About Accurate Exposure?

In the days when every photographer used film, proper exposure was essential for achieving the highest-quality color and black-and-white negatives; and it was critical for positives (slides). Poorly exposed film meant a lot more work in the darkroom, and if the exposures were really bad, you might not have ...

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