7100 Nikon
Apr 21, 2015 22:44:45 #
Any suggestions for ways to learn the use of the 7100 Nikon. I've been watching utube videos which are mostly introduction. And, I've got most of the books...
Apr 21, 2015 23:02:35 #
Turn it on, point it at something interesting, press the black button on top, adjust as necessary. Repeat until the battery dies.
This in an incredible over-simplification but you can only read so much before the grey matter reaches critical mass. Pick a subject and start flipping the dials, and it gets even more interesting when you press buttons and turn dials.
Experiment and have fun with it and when something puzzles you, just ask. There are a ton of people here with that camera. :)
This in an incredible over-simplification but you can only read so much before the grey matter reaches critical mass. Pick a subject and start flipping the dials, and it gets even more interesting when you press buttons and turn dials.
Experiment and have fun with it and when something puzzles you, just ask. There are a ton of people here with that camera. :)
Apr 21, 2015 23:12:29 #
Apr 22, 2015 00:05:59 #
Mike D. wrote:
Turn it on, point it at something interesting, pre... (show quote)
Just make sure you put an SD card in the card slot/slots.
Apr 22, 2015 07:45:31 #
Pkroner wrote:
Any suggestions for ways to learn the use of the 7100 Nikon. I've been watching utube videos which are mostly introduction. And, I've got most of the books...
Get the book by Micheal Busch or Darrel Young. Both are excellent learning resources. I went through Micheal Busch's book page by page and practiced each thing he talked about. Then I got the field guide for the quick reference but mostly now I go back to the manual that came with the camera (don't start with the manual though). It took me about a month and I had tons of fun doing it.
Apr 22, 2015 08:09:33 #
Apr 22, 2015 08:27:53 #
Revet wrote:
Get the book by Micheal Busch or Darrel Young. Both are excellent learning resources. I went through Micheal Busch's book page by page and practiced each thing he talked about. Then I got the field guide for the quick reference but mostly now I go back to the manual that came with the camera (don't start with the manual though). It took me about a month and I had tons of fun doing it.
I think you mean David Busch, and yes, his Compact Field Guides are outstanding.
Apr 22, 2015 09:15:03 #
There's no substitute for just getting out and shooting -- try different settings and shoot, shoot, shoot. After all, you're not having to pay for film. Experience is the best teacher.
Apr 22, 2015 09:21:29 #
Pkroner, are you "new" to photography, is this your first DSLR? Photography is art and cameras are complex tools use to accomplish the art. The cool thing is that you can let the tool handle all the settings while you concentrate on the art, namely composition.
Start off in full auto mode and auto focus. About 80% of your images will be good with respect to exposure. Next, try out the A and S mode. For moving objects and sports events use the S (shutter priority) mode, 250 - 1000. For landscape and portrait shoot in the A (aperture priority) mode, f8-18 for landscapes, f4-8 for portraits.
Once your satisfied you understand how those settings affect your images you can move on to P (program mode) and M (full manual). The main thing in starting out is to concentrate on composition and sharpness. Most of all, enjoy the process of learning.
Start off in full auto mode and auto focus. About 80% of your images will be good with respect to exposure. Next, try out the A and S mode. For moving objects and sports events use the S (shutter priority) mode, 250 - 1000. For landscape and portrait shoot in the A (aperture priority) mode, f8-18 for landscapes, f4-8 for portraits.
Once your satisfied you understand how those settings affect your images you can move on to P (program mode) and M (full manual). The main thing in starting out is to concentrate on composition and sharpness. Most of all, enjoy the process of learning.
Apr 22, 2015 10:32:20 #
latebloomer
Loc: Topeka, KS
Pkroner wrote:
Any suggestions for ways to learn the use of the 7100 Nikon. I've been watching utube videos which are mostly introduction. And, I've got most of the books...
Some books, such as Nikon D7100: From Snapshots to Great Shots, have assignments as the end of each chapter.
Apr 22, 2015 10:43:35 #
RKL349 wrote:
I think you mean David Busch, and yes, his Compact Field Guides are outstanding.
Yes, Sorry David!!! He is from my town also. Woops!!
Apr 22, 2015 16:18:21 #
Pkroner wrote:
Any suggestions for ways to learn the use of the 7100 Nikon. I've been watching utube videos which are mostly introduction. And, I've got most of the books...
get out there and take shots, try different settings on same shot..get a notebook and pencil and rite it down, unless you have a super memory.....good luck...
Apr 22, 2015 17:34:13 #
You might want to have the manual nearby. After working with it for a while it is not that bad. Shoot, shoot, shoot. Learn how to start up with it...bit at a time. Great camera. Do not try to learn in one day.
Apr 22, 2015 20:58:05 #
Tom47
Loc: Gettysburg, PA
Practise makes perfect. The more time you spend using the 7100 the easier it is to use and understand the functions.
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