Going from a compact to a SLR camera is undoubtedly a big step in our development as a photographer. We gain versatility by being able to use different types of lenses, higher image quality by making use of a larger Sensor and many more features that we will see in this book.
Using a SLR implies having to learn certain concepts, methods and techniques to take advantage of these extraordinary photo-taking machines. For this reason, if you have encouraged yourself and it is your first SLR camera, we will show you the basic notions that you must know to enter little by little but with a firm step in the wonderful world of professional cameras.
We will learn to evaluate all the characteristics of our camera, from basic elements such as: Manufacturers, Models, Types, Category where our camera belongs, date of release to the market, Dimensions, Type of construction. Moving on to transcendental elements such as Resolution, Sensor Type, Processor Type, Interchangeable or fixed lenses, Focal Length, Maximum Aperture, Viewfinder Type and coverage, Screen Type, Size and Resolution, ISO Sensitivity Range, Types Exposure Metering, Focus Type, Focus Points, Scene or Shooting Modes, Minimum and Maximum Shutter Speed, Continuous Shooting, Image Stabilizer, Color Mode Settings, White Balance, Image Quality Adjustment, RAW, JPEG, Histogram, Exposure meter.
Knowing our photographic equipment guarantees us to use it in the correct way for each photographic situation that we face.
Lesson 7.
From the Series: Higher Training in Photography.
The series includes the following titles:
1. Black and White Art
2. Color and Photography
3. The Exposure
4. Focus and Sharpness
5. Photographic Illumination
6. Composition and Photographic Language
7. The Digital Camera
8. Photographic Lens
9. Practical guide of Lightroom
10. Photoshop for Photographers
CONTENTS
Brief history.
The Difference between Compact, Bridge and SLR.
What camera do I need?
The Most Important Elements of a Camera
Path of the Light to Form the Photograph
Architecture of the Reflex Camera.
Full Frame SLR. Characteristic.
Full Frame or APS-C?
The Image Sensor.
Sensor Size and Crop Factor.
Parameters that characterize each Sensor.
Megapixel; its real importance
Noise, ISO and Sensor Sensitivity
Big Sensor vs Small Sensor.
The Image Processor.
Creating the Digital Image.
Processor Noise Reduction.
The Shutter of Our Camera.
Shutter speed.
Relationship Scale of Apertures and Exposure Times
Configuring Camera Parameters.
Automatic modes.
Manual Modes P, S, A and M.
Shutter or Shooting Modes.
The Focus Modes.
AF Area Modes (Auto Focus).
Focus Point Selection.
Focus Lock Technique.
Exposure Metering Modes
The Blocking of the Exhibition
Exposure Compensation (EV)
Bracketing or bracketing.
The Dynamic Range of Your Camera.
Set Image Quality and Size.
Configure Color Space and Color Profiles.
Set White Balance
The Histogram.
Chamber cleaning and care.
Sensor Cleaning.
Accessories for your Photographic Equipment.
The Filters: Playing with Light.