Camera Basics

What do all those little buttons and dials mean? Discover everything you need to know about camera anatomy, right away.

Discover everything you need to know about Program mode: What it is, who it’s for, and how you can use it to capture gorgeous photos.

Discover all the ins-and-outs of exposure compensation–and how you can use it for perfectly exposed images!

What is Manual mode, and how do you use it to improve your photos? Discover everything you need to know–for amazing images!

What is Aperture Priority mode, and how can you use it for beautiful photos? Discover everything you need to know about Aperture Priority.

Discover the basic camera settings for amazing photography. Take your photos to the next level with aperture, ISO, and shutter speed.

How can you use the histogram in your photography? Discover everything you need to know about histograms–and how they can boost your photos.

Shutter priority is a mode which allows you to change the shutter speed of the camera while the aperture value is automatically selected.

Is RAW better than JPEG? Why should you shoot one format over the other? Discover the answer to the RAW vs JPEG debate.

What are the best metering modes for photography? How do you choose a metering mode? Discover how to meter for great exposures!

Learn how aperture, shutter speed and ISO work and when you to shoot photographs in aperture or shutter speed priority mode.