Module 1: Camera Basics
- Introduction
- Learning about Digital SLRs vs. Compact Digital Cameras
- Anatomy of a Digital SLR
- Menus & Settings
Module 2: Lenses for DSLR Users
- How Lenses Work
- Defining Focal Length
- Defining Prime Lenses
- Prime vs. Zoom Lenses
- Standard (Kit) Lenses
- Telephoto Lenses
- Mirror Lenses
- Wide-Angle Lens
- Macro Lenses
- Optical vs. Digital Zoom
- Interpolation
Module 3: Aperture & Depth-of-Field
- Defining Aperture
- Defining Exposure
- Controlling Aperture
- How Aperture controls Depth of Field
- Examining F/Stop Values
- Defining a "Fast Lens"
Module 4: Image Sensors & ISO Sensitivity
- Traditional Film vs. Digital Image Sensor
- CCD vs. CMOS Sensors
- Crop Factor
- DSLR vs. Point-Shoot Sensor
- Sensor Specifications & Quality
- The Role of an Image Sensor
- How Sensors Work
- Controlling Image Sensor Sensitivity (ISO)
- Defining ISO
- Selecting the Right ISO Value
- ISO & Image "Noise"
- ISO Comparisons
Module 5: Shutter Speed
- Defining Shutter Speed
- How a Shutter Works
- Minimizing Camera Shake
- Effects using Fast & Slow Shutter Speeds
- Creating Motion Blur Effects
Module 6: Auto Shooting Modes
- Portraits
- Landscapes
- Children
- Sports
- Close-ups (Macro Photography)
- Night Portraits
- Night Landscapes
- Party & Indoor Shots
- Beach/Snow
- Sunsets
- Dark/Dawn
- Pets
- Candlelight
- Blossom
- Autumn Colors
- Food
Module 7: Special Effect Modes
- Night Vision
- Color Sketch
- Miniature Effect
- Selective Color
- Silhouette
- High Key
- Low Key
Module 8: Manual Modes (Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual)
- Understanding the Flash
- Flash & Exposure
- Specifying Settings
- Flash Compensation
Module 9: Shutter Release Modes
- Single Shot
- Continuous
- Self-Timer
Module 10: Manual vs. Auto Focus
- Adjusting the Diopter
- Ensuring Optimal Focus
- Manual Focusing Techniques
- Auto Focusing Techniques
- Auto Focus Lock
Module 11: Adjusting Image Quality
- Benefits of RAW
- Image Quality vs. Compression
- JPEG Quality Modes
Module 12: Flash Photography (Built-in-Flash)
- Flash Modes (Auto / Auto + Red Eye)
- Front Curtain Synchronization
- Rear Curtain Synchronization
Module 13: Controlling Exposure
- Auto Focus Modes
- Metering
- Light Compensation (EV)
- Flash Compensation
- Flash Photography (External Flash)
- Red Eye Prevention Techniques
- Bracketing
- White Balance
Module 14: Composition Techniques
- Rule of Thirds
- Balancing Elements
- Leading Lines
- Symmetry & Patterns
- Viewpoint / Angle of View
- Background
- Depth
- Framing
- Cropping
Module 15: Digital Image Editing - Post Production (Hands-on Exercises using Adobe Photoshop)
- Fundamentals
- Photo Editing & Advanced Adjustments
- Creating Collages
- Creating Cards for Special Occasions
- Facial Makeovers (Portrait Photography)
- Object Removal
- Digital Motion Blur Effects
- Exposure Correction
- Red Eye Removal
- Sepia / Black & White
- HDR Image Processing
- Advanced Masking
- Green Screen Extraction
- Eye Color Changing
- Applying Special Effects
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