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START HERE: Photography for Beginners – Everything You Need to Know to Get Started
Thinking about getting into photography? This guide has everything you need to get started.
Beginner Information
Basic terminology
Equipment terminology
Learning Photography
Taking a photography class
Learn by experimentation
Exposure control
Equipment
Point and shoot cameras
Digital SLR cameras
Memory cards
Digital Camera Accessories
Tips
Buying a Digital SLR
Buying a point and shoot camera
Buying lenses
You’ll be a shutterbug in no time! Happy shooting!
Basic Photography Terminology
You will find it helpful to know the following terms in order to better understand photography:
Exposure
Amount of light allowed or received by the camera sensor.
Shutter Speed
The amount of time your camera’s sensor is exposed to light.
ISO / ASA
Refers to light sensitivity of your camera’s sensor. Digital cameras allow you to adjust this for each shot. [...]
Photography Equipment Terminology
You will find it helpful to know the following terms in order to better understand photography equipment:
Digital SLR
Digital “Single Lens Reflex” (SLR) cameras use a single mirror to reflect the image onto the camera sensor. The image you see through the viewfinder is through the lens itself and is pretty much what the sensor is [...]
Learning Photography – Take a Class
Photography classes can be as concise as a 1-day workshop or as lengthy as a multi-year degree program. They are offered all over, at local community colleges, art centers, photo stores and elsewhere. Photography classes offer a structured learning environment centered around professional instruction and create opportunities for you to meet other photographers in your area. Free [...]
Learning Photography – Experiment!
You can learn a lot about photography by spending time in the field taking photos. Field experience can quickly expose you to a wide variety of environments and unique shooting conditions with changing subjects, backgrounds, lighting, etc.
Experimenting with various features available on your camera in these environments is a fantastic way to learn firsthand how [...]
Photography Tip – Exposure Control
Getting proper exposure is important. Fortunately for those of us who don’t want to be bothered with the technical details, most digital cameras have adequate auto exposure controls. However, for those of you who prefer to have the manual control, many digital cameras enable you to make these settings yourself.
The aperture (f-stop), shutter speed and [...]
Photography Equipment – Point and Shoot Cameras
Nothing beats the convenience of a compact digital point and shoot camera when it comes to taking your camera out from your backpack or handbag to capture an unexpected moment as you’re walking around.
The major advantages of a point and shoot digital camera are:
Compact Size and Weight Allows convenient mobility. These cameras tend to be [...]
Photography Equipment – Digital SLR Cameras
Nothing allows you to get into taking photos like having an SLR (i.e., single-lens reflex) in your hands! Just the feel of the camera is enough to make a difference and put you in the frame of mind to go out and take photos. An SLR camera uses a single mirror to reflect the image [...]
Photography Equipment – Memory Cards
You will need to buy a memory card if you are using any type of digital camera (point and shoot or SLR) . There are two types of cards. Both cards function the same and are available in similar capacities. Check your manual to see which card you need:
SD Card (Secure Digital)
CF Cards (Compact Flash)
Think [...]
Photography Equipment – Digital Camera Accessories
Many people find photography especially exciting because of the massive amount of additional gear available. However, the accessories that you decide to add to your collection are entirely up to you. Here are the most common accessories:
Camera Bags
Camera bags come in all shapes, sizes and materials, and are especially handy when you have an SLR [...]