Hi, Very new to the whole digital camera world !
Dec 30, 2017 11:54:34 #
I just got this camera from my husband. I would appreciate it if anyone knows of a digital camera vocabulary/dictionary book.
I have a Nikon D3300. I don't mind starting at the beginning, if I could find it. I realize that this supposed to be fun, and a hobby (for me)
but I would like some decent photos on the walls. I did like the ladys advice to start on auto and work from there.
I have a Nikon D3300. I don't mind starting at the beginning, if I could find it. I realize that this supposed to be fun, and a hobby (for me)
but I would like some decent photos on the walls. I did like the ladys advice to start on auto and work from there.
Dec 30, 2017 12:08:25 #
Essentially, every camera is the same. They have three important settings, ISO, Shutter speed, and Aperture. Here's a few articles that will get you started. They were written with the intent to introduce one to these concepts.
Exposure and How It Works - A Beginner's Guide
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-484554-1.html
More Exposure and How It Works - A Beginner's Guide
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-484826-1.html
Finishing Up Exposure and How It Works - A Beginner's Guide
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-485845-1.html
I'm looking forward to seeing your posts and following your progress.
--Bob
[quote=elizms]I just got this camera from my husband. I would appreciate it if anyone knows of a digital camera vocabulary/dictionary book.
I have a Nikon D3300. I don't mind starting at the beginning, if I could find it. I realize that this supposed to be fun, and a hobby (for me)
but I would like some decent photos on the walls. I did like the ladys advice to start on auto and work from there.[/quot
Exposure and How It Works - A Beginner's Guide
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-484554-1.html
More Exposure and How It Works - A Beginner's Guide
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-484826-1.html
Finishing Up Exposure and How It Works - A Beginner's Guide
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-485845-1.html
I'm looking forward to seeing your posts and following your progress.
--Bob
[quote=elizms]I just got this camera from my husband. I would appreciate it if anyone knows of a digital camera vocabulary/dictionary book.
I have a Nikon D3300. I don't mind starting at the beginning, if I could find it. I realize that this supposed to be fun, and a hobby (for me)
but I would like some decent photos on the walls. I did like the ladys advice to start on auto and work from there.[/quot
Dec 30, 2017 13:20:24 #
Welcome to the hog.....Bob gave you a few links that are good, and I'm sure others will add.. There is an abundance of info online....
https://www.nikonians.org/ this is a place for Nikon users
https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b&q=free+online+photography+courses+nikon&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjL9u3ZoLLYAhVHl1QKHZubCfUQ1QIIqQEoAA&biw=1908&bih=906 this is from a nikon search
https://photographylife.com/ this is a good general site
https://www.nikonians.org/ this is a place for Nikon users
https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b&q=free+online+photography+courses+nikon&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjL9u3ZoLLYAhVHl1QKHZubCfUQ1QIIqQEoAA&biw=1908&bih=906 this is from a nikon search
https://photographylife.com/ this is a good general site
Dec 30, 2017 14:08:03 #
Welcome! You've got a good camera to start out with. Just get out there and shoot and if you can, get ahold of some snap cards that fit in your camera bag to pull out and give you hints when you are getting out of auto. I have found they are very helpful and eventually it will come as second nature to you - good luck ;)
Dec 30, 2017 17:15:48 #
Welcome to the forum! There are tons of great free videos on www.CreativeLive.com . Some days I log in and spend the day there.
Have fun!
Jeff
Have fun!
Jeff
Dec 30, 2017 18:00:36 #
Dec 30, 2017 19:47:47 #
elizms wrote:
I just got this camera from my husband. I would appreciate it if anyone knows of a digital camera vocabulary/dictionary book.
I have a Nikon D3300. I don't mind starting at the beginning, if I could find it. I realize that this supposed to be fun, and a hobby (for me)
but I would like some decent photos on the walls. I did like the ladys advice to start on auto and work from there.
I have a Nikon D3300. I don't mind starting at the beginning, if I could find it. I realize that this supposed to be fun, and a hobby (for me)
but I would like some decent photos on the walls. I did like the ladys advice to start on auto and work from there.
I thought Id mention a couple more. Tony Northrup and his wife have some good videos and training too.
https://northrup.photo/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDkJEEIifDzR_2K2p9tnwYQ
Dec 30, 2017 19:51:46 #
Glad you're here! Go to www.udemy.com and look up free photography videos. I think you will like what you see.
Dec 31, 2017 07:07:05 #
elizms wrote:
I just got this camera from my husband. I would appreciate it if anyone knows of a digital camera vocabulary/dictionary book.
I have a Nikon D3300. I don't mind starting at the beginning, if I could find it. I realize that this supposed to be fun, and a hobby (for me)
but I would like some decent photos on the walls. I did like the ladys advice to start on auto and work from there.
I have a Nikon D3300. I don't mind starting at the beginning, if I could find it. I realize that this supposed to be fun, and a hobby (for me)
but I would like some decent photos on the walls. I did like the ladys advice to start on auto and work from there.
https://www.amazon.com/David-Buschs-Nikon-Digital-Photography/dp/1305269780/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1514721911&sr=8-1&keywords=david+busch's+nikon+d3300+guide+to+digital+slr+photography
Dec 31, 2017 08:13:30 #
Welcome! I have a Nikon D5100, and when I got mine, I put it on "P" (for program). This is the best auto mode for beginners, as it sets everything for you and you can concentrate on just taking the picture. (My friend would set his on the green auto next to the "P", but when he did, the flash kept popping up automatically, ruining many of his shots!) There is a button for flash on the left side of the prism which you can push if you need flash. If your ISO is set around 400 for daylight and 1600 for indoors, you should get a lot of wonderful pictures. Happy shooting!
Dec 31, 2017 08:16:28 #
Well you can go the "Hard knocks" route, and kind of learn that way..or you could join a local "Hands on group". or you can find a school or class and sign up... Photography is a learning experience.. Different situations dictate what you need to do in order to get a 'shot'... Learn the basics; ISO,Shutter, Aperture... the rest can come from trial and error, or mixing with other photographers, and a beginners course.
Dec 31, 2017 09:17:00 #
Don't let digital intimidate you. If you shot a manual film camera it's very much the same. If not, then you're new to the whole world of photography. If that is the case, then you should really start by reading a book by Bryan Peterson called Understanding Exposure. It's now in it's 4th edition. The knowledge in this book will help you to understand photography and how to use your camera. ISO, aperture, shutter speed, and metering and how to use them will no longer be mysteries to you.
Dec 31, 2017 09:56:58 #
PhotoKurtz wrote:
Welcome to the forum! There are tons of great free videos on www.CreativeLive.com . Some days I log in and spend the day there.
Have fun!
Jeff
Have fun!
Jeff
I second this recommendation. John Greengo is an excellent instructor and has great introductory photography courses as well as a Quick Start Guide to the D3300.
Dec 31, 2017 10:10:18 #
It looks to me like no one has really answered your question which was a definition guide to learn the “language”. Perhaps this will help?
https://www.photographytips.com/page.cfm/1587
Best wishes.
https://www.photographytips.com/page.cfm/1587
Best wishes.
Dec 31, 2017 10:39:27 #
Go to the main Ugly Hedgehog page and there's a section of FAQ's explained.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-106-1.html
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-106-1.html
elizms wrote:
I just got this camera from my husband. I would appreciate it if anyone knows of a digital camera vocabulary/dictionary book.
I have a Nikon D3300. I don't mind starting at the beginning, if I could find it. I realize that this supposed to be fun, and a hobby (for me)
but I would like some decent photos on the walls. I did like the ladys advice to start on auto and work from there.
I have a Nikon D3300. I don't mind starting at the beginning, if I could find it. I realize that this supposed to be fun, and a hobby (for me)
but I would like some decent photos on the walls. I did like the ladys advice to start on auto and work from there.
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