Digital Photography - Using a SLR Camera

The goal of this course is to give participants an advanced understanding of how to use their single lens reflex (SLR) digital cameras to compose better images. We'll explore the unique settings available on digital cameras; learn about lens, lighting..

Course Outline

The goal of this course is to give participants an advanced understanding of how to use their single lens reflex (SLR) digital cameras to compose better images. Students will explore the unique settings available on digital cameras; learn about lens, lighting subject to create dramatic effects and understand file formats including camera RAW.
Students are encouraged to bring in their own digital camera, extra batteries (if applicable), tripods (if available) and their manuals.

Course Content

Parts of a Camera

• How Cameras Work
  • Image Sensor
  • Resolution and Output
  • Image File Formats and Quality Settings
    • JPEG
    • RAW
  • Lens
    • Focal Ranges
    • Zoom and Macro Lenses
    • Autofocus
      • Focus Modes
    • Manual Focus
    • F-Stops and How to use them
    • Depth of Field Previews
  • Viewfinder
    • Dioptric Adjustments
    • Histograms
    • Clipping Warnings
  • Reviewing Camera Presets
  • Advanced Camera Settings
    • Auto
    • Aperture Priority
    • Shutter Priority
    • Program Mode
    • Manual Mode
    • Exposure Metering
    • White Balance
    • Flash Settings

Using Camera RAW

• Downloading and Editing Camera raw Files (With Photoshop)

Lighting Techniques

• Ambient Lighting
  • Shadows and Details
• Bounce Lighting
• Flash Settings
• Three Points (Hollywood) Lighting

Additional Details

Pre-Requisites

Basic computer concepts/skills and knowledge of Windows

Certificates offered

Certificate of completion

Cancellation Policy

10 business days cancellation or full course fee will be charged

Map & Reviews

Technology Training Centre
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Edmonton Training Center
B-11 Cameron Library
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada   T6G 2J8

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Great course

Reviewed by Trevor H. 2011

   

Course instuctor did not hand out the manuals until end of the day. Therefore not able to write notes in for reference later on. - kinda silly.

Reviewed by Mike C. 2011

   

You shoudl have a Excel 3 class available

Reviewed by Brandy Z. 2011

   

Great training, had to meet the various needs from no experience to some with experience. Washrooms looked tired and need of improvement. Personally prefer an early start/early finish 8am to 3pm would be great

Reviewed by David S. 2011

   

Course materials were not handed out till the end of the course and may have been useful to follow along. Some of the example/course files were missing from my folder.

Reviewed by Craig B. 2011

   

The Instructor was very knowledgable on the subject. The class moved quickly. I think an additional day would have been nice.

Reviewed by Cheryl . 2011

   

Trainer was open to answering questions and provide information in a clear manner.

Reviewed by Maureen D. 2011

   

Well presented, hands on course! The instructor was extremely knowledgable and helpful!! I have already reccommended this course to my managers.

Reviewed by Kelly D. 2011

   

The trainer I had was great. She had a great personality that kept me interested. Awesome Job! Thank you

Reviewed by Lindsey G. 2011

   

The course was excellent and the instructor did a great job but why does everybody cut the time short. I think we should take a shorter lunch and get more class time instead of leaving a half of an hour early!

Reviewed by Darlene T. 2011

   

EXCELLENT instructor!!! Very patient ... customized the class to the needs of the students!

Reviewed by Jackie G. 2011

   

The only improvement I can suggest is focusing a bit more on the basics of Visio - more on Org & flow charts as opposed to so much time spent on designing rooms.

Reviewed by Karyn G. 2011

   

George was personable and easy to follow and work with.

Reviewed by Suzanne S. 2011

   

Sue is an awesome instructor!

Reviewed by Cathy P. 2011

   

The instructor was excellent. It was evident that several of us who were competent with Excel 2003 Level 1 should have probably taken Excel 2007 Level 1 again rather than Excel 2007 Level 2, but the instructor was very patient and managed to cover basics from Level I as well as Level 2.

Reviewed by Kim C. 2011

   

With myself being very green with this program I got very useful information that I can use daily.

Reviewed by Rick . 2011

   

One more hour would allow for more hands-on training.

Reviewed by Kerstin M. 2011

   

Good course. Friendly instructor. I found the speed of the course to be a little slow for me, however I understand that other attendees required more help/detail than I did. Overall, a good experience.

Reviewed by Jenna N. 2011