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◗ Adjust exposure settings for different effects.
◗ Take shots at different times of the sunset to capture
the changing colors. (Try interval shooting mode.)
Under low light conditions, it is often difficult to
capture a good shot of the background as well as your
subject. Try the following:
◗ Increase the automatic exposure setting.
◗ Use a wide aperture or slow shutter speed.
◗ Use a higher sensitivity or ISO equivalent. (A tripod
is recommended when using higher sensitivity
settings.)
◗ Use the slow synchronized flash setting to light up
the background along with the subject.
When you are taking portraits, you should set up your
camera so it captures flattering images that make your
subject the center of attention:
◗ Try the spot metering setting. Be sure to center your
subject when locking the camera settings with the
two-step shutter.
◗ Be aware of lighting conditions and how they affect
the appearance of your subject. Early morning and
late afternoon provide flattering light for portraits.
◗ Try the Program mode
Portrait
setting.
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