Understanding Your Nikon D90

Understanding Your Nikon D90 - Level 2

Topics covered during the course:

• Focusing 11 Point focusing explained including Auto, Dynamic & Single point AF & 3D tracking.
• Exposure modes explained Programmed, Shutter / Aperture Priority and Manual.
• Using the Histogram display to gauge exposure.
• Metering modes explained - Matrix , Centre Weighted and Spot.
• Resolution / Image quality settings - Jpeg & Raw and the benefits of using RAW.
• ISO Film speed selection - Auto and manual ISO sensitivity.
• Menu controls - navigation of the menu.
• Use of the Info button.
• White Balance explained - AWB vs Manual White Balance selection.
• Picture Styles explained - Standard, Neutral , Vivid and Monochrome settings.
• Playback options - Calendar view mode explained.
• Custom Settings Menu ( My Menu) explained.
• Dust deletion explained - Automatic / manual sensor cleaning modes.
• Use of DX lenses - lens magnification explained.
• Use of the Live View facility - Wide, Normal and Face Priority autofocus mode modes.
• Use of the HD Video recording mode - various recording options explained.
• iTTL Flash / Creative Lighting System explained.
• Using the Retouch Menu - D-Lighting, Red-eye correction, Trim, Monochrome, Filter effects, Colour balance and Image overlay.
• Updating Firmware - Why is this necessary?.
• Use of related accessories - Nikon Capture Pro 2, Nikon NX2, GPS Unit & other related accessories.

Course Timings:

• 9.30 - 10.00: Arrive and register, tea and coffee.
• 10.00 - 11.30: Anthony Sinfield (Training Course Manager) will commence with Session 1.
• 11.30 - 11.45: Tea and Coffee break.
• 11.45 - 12.45: Session 2.
• 12.45 - 13.30: Lunch (included in price).
• 13.30 - 14.45: Session 3.
• 14.45 - 15.00: Tea and Coffee break.
• 15.00 - 15.45: Session 4.
• 15.45 - 16.00: Question & Answer Session. Close.

Places are limited to 16.