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Beginners Photography Guide

Beginners Photography Guide...helping new photographers understand the basics of digital photography.

DSLRThis series of articles and photography tips are written with the beginning photographer in mind. Whether you are a new photographer looking to purchase your first digital camera or someone wanting to learn more about the basics of digital photography these articles cover the subjects you need to know.

The articles are written in a concise manner to walk you through beginning photography subjects such as choosing the best digital camera for your needs, to basic camera settings that will allow you to get the most from your new digital camera. They are laid out in an easy to follow...step by step format that allows you to quickly learn more about digital photography basics.



There are three starting points for you to choose from.

The first is an introduction to digital photography in general.
If you want to learn more about the what digital photography is and understand some of the common terms check out the articles in the first section below.

The second section is for those who are looking to buy their first digital camera or upgrade an existing one. I recommend you check out the articles under the "Choosing The Right Digital Camera" section.

The third section is for those who already have a digital camera and want to learn more about the basic settings, etc. then I recommend you start with the articles found in "Basic Camera Settings" section.

You can click on one of the articles below to start or simply click the next button under the appropriate section to begin learning more about digital photography for beginners!

Beginners Photography Guide To Photography Terminology

  1. What is Digital Photography?
  2. What is a Megapixel?
  3. What is Crop Factor and Why is it Important?
  4. Basic Photography Terms.
  5. The History of Digital Photography
  6. Understanding Photography Composition For Better Pictures
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Beginners Photography Guide To Choosing The Right Digital Camera

  1. What type of camera would be best for me?
  2. So many makes and models...which is the best brand for me?
  3. Where is the best place to buy a new camera?
  4. What type of accessories should I consider?
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Beginners Photography Guide to Basic Camera Settings

  1. Three camera settings you need to understand.
  2. Understanding the different camera modes and why automatic is not always the best mode.
  3. Understanding how to get the correct exposure in difficult lighting conditions.
  4. Common reasons for blurry pictures and how to avoid them.
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If you have a specific question or a photography related subject you would like more information on please fill out our digital photography question form.


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