The Canon 40D and 50D

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Learn how to shoot these two Canon DSLRs like a professional with the advice of photographer and instructor Rick Sammon

Introduction (02:44) Rick introduces himself and talks about what he will cover in this course
Recipe for Digital Photographs (15:56) The top 10 elements that go into creating a quality photograph
Must Know Info, Part 1 (07:47) There are some things that you really need to know about your camera in order to get the most out of it
Must Know Info, Part 2 (04:59) Understanding the histogram and color modes
Must Know Info, Part 3 (05:31) This lesson covers lens f-stop settings, filter flare, and camera care
Shared and Unique Features of 40D and 50D (05:20) Comparing and contrasting the two DSLRs from Canon
Batteries, Memory Cards, and LCD Brightness (01:39) Going over these basic features of any digital SLR camera.
Camera Settings (01:09) Exploring the exposure dial and Rick's reasons why you should be shooting in creative mode
Setting the ISO (02:40) Evaluating the conditions and choosing the proper ISO setting
Image Quality (01:54) Rick recommends shooting in Raw file mode
White Balance (05:01) Making sure your camera is capturing the proper colors by setting the white balance
Exposure Modes (08:49) Learning the exposure modes and how to set them up properly
Drive, Focus, and Metering Modes (06:51) Setting the self-timer, the drive modes, the focus modes, and metering modes in the camera
Exposure Compensation and Highlight Alert (02:21) Tips on adjusting exposure quickly and easily
Flash Photography (07:13) Using the auto flash, accessory flashes, and balancing the flash with the available light
Custom Functions (04:59) How to customize the camera settings for your use
Live View (02:03) When to use Live View and how to activate it on the camera
Plugs and Connections (03:33) Going over the terminals and connectors on these two cameras
Going Through the Menus (06:33) In this final class, Rick gives an overview of all of the menu items

Course Time: 01 Hours 37 Minutes

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Your InstructorRick SammonPhotographer & Author

									Rick Sammon, a Canon Explorer of Light, has published 36 paper books, including Secrets of HDR Photography, Exploring the Light, and Digital Photography Secrets.

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