Photography

Beginning Photography – Camera Modes

As promised in my previous post (“So I bought a DSLR, now what???”), today we will be talking about the Camera Modes. As a beginner understanding the Exposure Triangle already put you one step ahead. Now, what does that dial on top of your camera do? The one with a bunch of symbols! I am talking about the mode dial.

The Camera Modes

Camera Mode Dial
Camera Mode Dial

Okay! Let’s continue on the Camera Modes! If you look closely at the mode dial, you will notice that there are 2 groups of symbols.  The first group with the letters, M, Av/A, Tv/S, and P, is called the Advanced Modes. The second group, with a bunch of icons, is called the Basic Modes. Let’s look at the difference.

First of all, please know that I don’t claim to be an expert. I am here to share my own journey in the digital photography world with you. 🙂 Continue reading “Beginning Photography – Camera Modes”