camera modes

automatic mode, when a camera is in automatic mode it will decide what shutter speed and aperture to use depending on your setting /scene.

portrait mode, when a camera is set to portrait mode it will automatically set a larger aperture. this will help keep your subject as the main focus of the photo.

macro mode, macro mode is very helpful when it comes to shooting things like bugs and flowers. it’s better to not use flash in this mode.

landscape mode, this mode sets a small aperture to get as much scenery as it can. it’s ideal for shooting at a distance.

sports mode or action mode is better for shooting moving things. most sports photographers use it when photographing athletes’ mid game.

night mode, night mode is better for low lighting scenarios. it sets a longer shutter speed to let n as much light as possible.

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the difference in photo shop and lightroom

one major difference between photo shop and light room is the options, light room is more about fixing white balance and lighting in photos. in photo shop you can add images shrink things create shapes and select areas. you can also fix blemishes. in light room you can add effects but not to the same degree as photo shop. in light room you can also create galleries and filter through photos as opposed to photo shop.

portraite tips

when it comes to taking portraits, perspective is everything. it’s important that you take multiple shots, so you’re not limited when editing and choosing a picture for the final results. the more photos you take the better. it’s also better to take these photos from different angles or to have your subject pose in various different ways.

a big thing with portraits is lighting. lighting in your photo can frame the subject, it can highlight their features, and it can create perspective. when taking portraits you should aslo take time into consideration. fi you shoot at the right time you could get good lighiting.