Shooting tips
Jan 10, 2012 11:22:27 #
I'm shooting with a Nikon D700. When I shoot in Aperture Priority mode, I'm not sure how to adjust my shutter speed. When setting the aperture to F22, I get slow shutter speed. Can I adjust the shutter in AP mode, or should I be shooting in Manuel mode instead AP?
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance
Jan 10, 2012 11:25:06 #
When you shoot in A you are setting the aperture and the camera selects the shutter speed based on what its meter deems correct for the scene. If you want to control shutter use S, and the camera will selct the aperture. If you want control over both you have to shoot in M, for full manual control.
Jan 10, 2012 11:27:11 #
Apreture mode (A or AV)- you set the aperture, the camera sets the shutter speed. Shutter mode (S or TV)) you set the shutter speed, the camera sets the aperture.
Shoot in Manual to adjust both.
Shoot in Manual to adjust both.
Jan 10, 2012 11:28:41 #
Jan 10, 2012 11:29:54 #
Jan 10, 2012 11:31:03 #
For any selected f/stop, you can somewhat adjust the shutter speed using exposure compensation. I have mine set to a half stop per step.
Jan 10, 2012 11:32:05 #
Jan 10, 2012 11:37:01 #
Get to know your D700, it's a great camera!
Not to start a riot, but it seems like there are more Nikon shooters on this site. FYI: we have both nikon and canon here at work... and yes, I know there are other good brands out there.
Not to start a riot, but it seems like there are more Nikon shooters on this site. FYI: we have both nikon and canon here at work... and yes, I know there are other good brands out there.
Jan 10, 2012 13:00:40 #
Apeture priority is a setting that you set the f/stop and the camera choses the appropriate shutter speed. If you want to set both, you'll need to use manual.
Jan 10, 2012 16:08:43 #
Thanks everyone
I appreciate your help. I think I will experiment with each setting get more familiar. I really appreciate all the insight I've learned from everyone on this site, It's great.
Jan 11, 2012 07:11:32 #
Jan 11, 2012 07:52:45 #
You have the wrong camera; sell it to me. I have 4 Nikons and you can have your choice or all four.
Jan 11, 2012 09:10:17 #
profpb wrote:
You have the wrong camera; sell it to me. I have 4 Nikons and you can have your choice or all four.
Do I hear jealousy? LOL!!
Jan 11, 2012 09:37:12 #
Maybe you should try your hand at shooting in Manual mode. You can control shutter speed with the rear dial, and aperture with the front dial. Looking through the viewfinder, you can compose the shot, view the aperture setting and shutter speed, and increase or decrease either without on the fly. There is also a meter which tells you if your over or under exposed. It's a great way to learn.
Jan 11, 2012 09:43:34 #
You may want to try P mode. If it is the same as on my D5100 it varies both shutter speed and apeture to keep exposure correct as you rotate the thumb wheel. I probably use it the most. Scott Kelby recommends it for your walk around setting.
I see no reason to eschew Auto. It has expertise from hundreds of photographers and thousands of engineering hours and tens of thousands of pictures built into it. You should learn what it will do for you.
For special situations you may want to try A or S mode.
I don't recommend using manual mode except for very special situations that demand it (e.g. shooting the moon). If you want to do that buy a used SLR for $35. I have one I used for 20 years you can have.
I see no reason to eschew Auto. It has expertise from hundreds of photographers and thousands of engineering hours and tens of thousands of pictures built into it. You should learn what it will do for you.
For special situations you may want to try A or S mode.
I don't recommend using manual mode except for very special situations that demand it (e.g. shooting the moon). If you want to do that buy a used SLR for $35. I have one I used for 20 years you can have.
jsimp3 wrote:
I'm shooting with a Nikon D700. When I shoot in Aperture Priority mode, I'm not sure how to adjust my shutter speed. When setting the aperture to F22, I get slow shutter speed. Can I adjust the shutter in AP mode, or should I be shooting in Manuel mode instead AP?
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance
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