Get the photos you want by learning features and controls of your digital camera.
Competencies:
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Operate and handle a digital camera
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Demonstrate the use of variables to exposure, such as ISO, shutter speed and aperture
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Control focus point and motor drive settings
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Pratice storytelling through composition
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Change exposure compensation controls on camera
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Anticipate and identify problems with color casts, complex lighting and other color pitfalls
Students must have a digital camera and instruction manual with them for class.
This course is divided into two units: digital camera operation and photographic fundamentals. Weekly assignments integrated with class discussions give a solid foundation in digital photography. Topics include: exposure modes, aperture, shutter speed, flash, histograms and exposure compensation, white balance and other in-camera overrides. This course is part of Level 1 of the Digital Photography Certificate.