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The Basics: Aperture, Shutter Speed & ISO

What is aperture? The opening in the lens that restricts the amount of light that can enter it is referred to as the aperture. By changing the aperture, you can either increase or decrease the size of that opening, which allows more or less light into the camera. The f-stops, such as f/16 and f/4, […]

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Things to Remember When Shooting Your Subjects

Positioning Your Subject When you are zooming in and out, focusing, and thinking about aperture, ISO, and shutter speed, it is easy to forget about your actual position; however, this is not always the case; Try moving closer or farther away from your subject to see how that affects your photos. Also, see how your […]

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