Ynot

Cool thx . I am bringing a pocket camera, this is for me they have professional photographers 2 ! I’m just attending the event they are definitely not relying on me at all for the pictures all for me to start learning . And not u guy but someone making smart A** comments on here that’s like u coming on 1 of the many GSD, neon glass blowing , Harley Davidson , most auto forums and someone ask a question Yeah I could rip them a new A** but don’t lower myself to that standard . Again thx . Guy 👊🏻🐾🐾

Ynot

I follow what your saying 100% and basically that what I’m doing just new to owning a 35mm with all the settings etc thx.

LWW Loc: Banana Republic of America

I’m assuming from the OP that this is a beginner.

Second, the reciprocal for a 55 would be 1/25.

A kit lens isn’t known for being tack sharp, at least until stopped down a bit.

Variables are that I have no idea of the lighting ... typically weddings are well lit ... and I have no idea of the average age or activity level.

Next, I did say starting. I’m assuming a few test shots done in advance.

Last, I’m not afraid of high ISO.

As long as I can stay around 3200 with a modern DSLR you should be more than fine.

6400 even is usually quite OK and 12800.

And with 25600 you can almost shoot in the dark.

Lower ISO is of course preferable when possible, higher ISO today can yield results deemed impossible not long ago.

If you have focus correct, desired DOF and lack of blur you will have good photos at any workable ISO.

Nicholas DeSciose

Let the camera decide! It’s very smart. Put it on program or automatic. Do a lot of practicing. Using different program modes and ISO If you’ve become more confident you might consider the Aperture mode.

IDguy Loc: Idaho

First understand that you should operate the camera using info button and touch screen. It amazes me how many D5xxx owners don’t get that and fumble through menus.

Ynot

I have browse through the menu and tried different settings some with great results. Just need more practice ! thx for the tips . Guy

IDguy Loc: Idaho

Nice feature of D5600 is that you can adjust ISO by sliding your finger across screen while looking through viewfinder.

I’d use M and auto ISO.

Think about metering mode. Might want to use spot in cases where background lighting differs greatly from subject lighting.

Also, the advice above to use minus EV is wrong. Generally don’t adjust EV unless image is filled with white...in which case you might use plus EV.

Shoot RAW so you can easily adjust white balance for ambient lighting.

LWW Loc: Banana Republic of America

As for another setting, I’ve found NIKON auto white balance to be remarkably capable so that would be another starting setting.

In general I’d use matrix metering other than lighting extremes.

xt2 Loc: British Columbia, Canada

A hornets nest of challenges I’m afraid to say. Neither your camera or current lenses will make you happy in a dark or dim venue. You will need light as in external flash. That in itself may be a problem under some circumstances as a lot of folks will not appreciate the flash. Auto cameras will not be very good for his application, i.e. dim light.

Renting a fast as in f1.2 to 1.4 will certainly help, however, your camera may not be the best choice for this “assignment.” The pricier Nikon’s are certainly up for this, however. Last month I shot an afternoon wedding for the couple and used two Fuji cameras with a 23mm f2 (35 mm eqv) and a 56mm f1.2 (80mm eqv) and the bride gushed over the 1,000+ shots provided. Even for a reasonably well lit event and the use of an external light source, a fast lens and camera was a must.

Having said this, you are not tasked with being the office photographer, so, are your camera and one fav lens and go fo it!

Cheers!

IDguy Loc: Idaho

With D5600 you should not be using menus for adjustment. Use the active info touch screen.

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

Set your dial to P (program), set the iso to 3200 and have at it.

Scruples Loc: Brooklyn, New York

I am assuming you are a guest at the upcoming wedding. If I am correct, may I offer a mild critique?

First, do your best to stay out of the wedding photographer's way. As a hobbyist I attend friend's weddings with my camera. The hired gun needs to control most if not all about the event he or she was hired. It would be very annoying and distracting if you got in their way.

Second, a small point and shoot may not fit the bill. These little joints generally have preset settings which will not do the photograph justice indoors. If there is a flash it probably won't go beyond 4 feet.
Faces will be blown out and there won't be justifiable definition to anything.

Third, a decent camera like a Nikon D5600 would work very nicely. To get worthy photographs, adjust your white balance and dial up your ISO. Keep your aperature wide and your shutter 1/500 or faster to stop motion. Some of the photographs may have the white balance adjusted so that the photographs might have a Sepia Tone quality. Do portraits of the happy couple in Monochrome. These will add a distinction to the caliber of your photographs.
By the way, I have a Canon 5D Mark IV.

Fourth, try to avoid a flash altogether. The pro will have flashes and strobes all about. Your flash MAY trigger the light set up or may throw off the video if any. You don't want to interfere with the professional.

Finally, enjoy your time at the wedding. If you must photograph, have the guests pose for shots. Have them enjoying themselves, sitting at the bar or at the tables. Have photos of the guests outside at the catering hall. When you are finished, burn the photos onto a USB drive. Give it to the happy couple.

Happy Shooting!

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

Be careful when using older film SLR flash units. High voltage ones can zap your camera. Check first for compatibility. Most do work though. If you ever decide to purchase a new flash unit. I recommend either a Yongnuo #685, or a Godox #685

aellman Loc: Boston MA

Not to mention at weddings there is such a variety of subjects, one setting seems impractical. The OP is trying to simply a process that cannot be simplified.

cambriaman Loc: Central CA Coast

I would say this is not an appropriate occasion to try to learn a process with inadequate equipment and an unsure operator. If it were I, I would leave my gear home and enjoy the occasion.