An Introduction to Digital SLR Photography

Objectives This course is designed to help you become more confident in the use of your camera helping you realise more of its full potential. Nikon's trainers will demonstrate how to set-up your camera for a wide range of shooting situations customising the camera for whatever subjects you shoot. Using a mixture of theory backed by practical exercises the course will show you how to capture high quality images with fine detail and accurate colour. This is an ideal introduction to modern digital SLR photography. Content Covering the basics of photography including, metering, exposure modes, apertures and shutter speeds. You will learn about the right file format for the job and how to produce quality images straight from the camera. The principles of White balance and understanding the in camera Optimise image modes will be practised. You will learn how to use the major controls and settings of the camera to better understand and control their function. Using both Nikon and third party software you will be given the opportunity to capture and then prepare images for a variety of uses. This course presumes little or no detailed knowledge of your camera and helps you make the most of your photographic potential.