With digital cameras at their most affordable, anybody can be a photographer these days. Problem is, it takes more than a camera to take good pictures. It takes a certain eye, a way of seeing things, to take pictures that make people go "Wow!". Fortunately, it can be learned. And the more you practice, the better you'll get.
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Start by taking a look at these most common mistakes people make when taking digital pictures:
1. Not knowing your camera - If you never read your digital camera's manual and learn its features and how to use them, you won't be able to make the most of it.
2. Not using a tripod - Tripods allow you to take the sharpest pictures even in low light. Use one as often as possible.
3. Not giving the camera time to focus - Digital cameras need time to properly focus and get the right exposure. It can take a fraction of a second or a couple of seconds. Account for this when taking pictures.
4. Relying too much on zoom - Using the camera's zoom feature makes the picture grainier. Get as close to the subject as possible.
5. Taking pictures against the light - This makes the subject dark and the background too bright.
6. Relying too much on the flash - Natural light gives the best pictures, so use it as much as possible. Flash tends to make images look harsh.
7. Not taking enough pictures - It's almost impossible to take the perfect shot at one try, so take many pictures. With digital photography, this doesn't cost you extra. Try different angles and compositions.
8. Always putting the subject dead center - Learn the rule of thirds in composition, and you'll have more interesting pictures.
9. Forgetting to check the horizon - When taking pictures with the horizon showing, make sure it's level.
10. Selecting a low-resolution setting - Your camera will allow you to select different resolutions. Don't be tempted to choose a low resolution just to save on memory space. Instead, buy additional memory for your camera and always take your pictures in high resolution.
11. Trying to take too much - Don't try to include too many things in one picture, such as people and scenery. A picture is more effective when it's focused on a single subject.
12. Not using the camera - You'll never know when a good photo op will come up, so have your camera with you at all times.
It may seem like a lot to think about, but with practice, these things will become second nature.
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Know Your Digital Camera Owner’s Manual
Familiarize yourself with your Digital Camera Owner’s Manual
All digital cameras come with an owner’s manual, but only a couple of people take the time to read it. Once they get past the basic operations, they get anxious to go out and try out the new camera. Initially all the new terms may be confusing and it may seem like there are too much information to digest.
This is quite understandable, but by not reading the entire manual, you limit yourself and many cool features of your camera will never be used. Here is a couple of suggestions that should help you in getting the most from your digital camera.
First do a quick overview of all the features your camera has, decide which feature you would like to explore the most. Pick only one special feature. Read the instructions on what this feature can do, and how to use it. Don’t worry if it isn’t completely clear, that will come in time with practice.
Then you take the digital camera and start using this special feature. Try all the different settings within this one feature. See how your pictures change. Explore what this feature does. Do not stop until you know this feature inside and out, and do not move onto the next feature until you have fully familiarized yourself with this particular feature.
When you are satisfied that you know the ins and outs of this one special feature, return to the owner’s manual and pick another special feature you would like to learn. Repeat the above process with this feature, only returning to the manual when you are satisfied you have mastered the new skill.
By working through the owner’s manual in this way, you will find it isn’t so overwhelming. The hands-on practice of each skill will help you learn it thoroughly. When you have covered all the cool things your camera will do, go out and try out all the angles of shooting pictures. You will be glad you took the time to become familiar with your new digital camera.
All digital cameras come with an owner’s manual, but only a couple of people take the time to read it. Once they get past the basic operations, they get anxious to go out and try out the new camera. Initially all the new terms may be confusing and it may seem like there are too much information to digest.
This is quite understandable, but by not reading the entire manual, you limit yourself and many cool features of your camera will never be used. Here is a couple of suggestions that should help you in getting the most from your digital camera.
First do a quick overview of all the features your camera has, decide which feature you would like to explore the most. Pick only one special feature. Read the instructions on what this feature can do, and how to use it. Don’t worry if it isn’t completely clear, that will come in time with practice.
Then you take the digital camera and start using this special feature. Try all the different settings within this one feature. See how your pictures change. Explore what this feature does. Do not stop until you know this feature inside and out, and do not move onto the next feature until you have fully familiarized yourself with this particular feature.
When you are satisfied that you know the ins and outs of this one special feature, return to the owner’s manual and pick another special feature you would like to learn. Repeat the above process with this feature, only returning to the manual when you are satisfied you have mastered the new skill.
By working through the owner’s manual in this way, you will find it isn’t so overwhelming. The hands-on practice of each skill will help you learn it thoroughly. When you have covered all the cool things your camera will do, go out and try out all the angles of shooting pictures. You will be glad you took the time to become familiar with your new digital camera.
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