2 Camera Modes You Should Use For 98% Of Your Photos

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Are you in San miguel de Allende?

[@woollie7corridan291]

🤩 WOW 👏 😮 MANY THANKS 😊 🙏

[@PhotographyPro]

@@woollie7corridan291 You're very welcome! :)

[@PRISONLIFEISSAD]

I have learn a lot today very understandable

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[@mikeylikey6176]

I use Nikon. When there's no time to think, I go P; when subject's moving, I go S; when subject's set, I go A; and when I have all the time in the world, I go M. Worked for me//

[@kishan__ch__]

What does p do?

[@vernonsmith6176]

​@@kishan__ch__ program mode or P mode is like automatic mode...however, you will have more control over your images. Hope this helps.

[@kishan__ch__]

@@vernonsmith6176 I see, thanks for the reply! :⁠-⁠)

[@vernonsmith6176]

@@kishan__ch__ you welcome....

[@mjames978]

​​Program is Auto mode gives less manual control but allows camera to use settings for a quick photo but at a reletavely slow shutter speed.

[@droneview8351]

Here is a trick I learned for making a fence disappear in zoo photography. Using aperture priority, set the lowest f-stop, focus on the animal, if there is enough distance between the animal and the fence, the fence is so out of focus it literally disappears from the image.

[@jrt2792]

Some amazing photos are obstructed by a fence. I put my telephoto lens against a fence which gave me an amazing photo.

[@forsterl.stewart414]

No matter what mode you're in you can get the same visual effect by controlling just one parameter. To get a preferred shutter either adjust iso or aperture or vice versa. And in manual you control all parameters....so just shoot manual and take control of your camera. Simplicity.

[@gracebennion2000]

Must give it a try. Thanks.

[@IVANHOECHAPUT]

I'm 73, began my interest in photography when I was 21 and have won many photo awards. This is the clearest explanation of shutter and aperture priority I've seen! Two thumbs up!

[@PhotographyPro]

Wow, thank you!

[@patriot1303]

I wish my daughter would have had you as a teacher in her high school photo class - she was so excited going into it and we bought her a brand new nikon 3400 DSLR. But then by the end of the semester she had lost all interest in it - she said the teacher was rude and snappy when you asked a question and gave the most boring assignments - she was literally taking pictures of different hardware I had laying around in my garage. Listening to you it seems so simple and i know the high school could use someone like you - photography is naturally exciting and you make it seem so. Thanks for all the great tips! I have gotten her to pick up her camera again and she seemed pretty pleased with some of the shots she took of our German Shepherd at the beach so hopefully she’ll become more interested in it again - it’s something her and I can do together so for me its a huge plus - well done sir I appreciate what you’re doing - absolute gold

[@TeamOutofTown]

The voice clarity, the detailed information, and the photo illustrations made this video perfect for people who wants to learn photography.. Kudos to you Mark!

[@ElsewhereGuitar]

Exactly..his TONE is what makes him amazing

[@livtheraregal]

It’s so fire

[@livtheraregal]

He actually explains it very well

[@broodybybek]

Yeah. .I totally agree🇳🇵

[@paulahardesty4449]

You are a great teacher!!!!! thank you

[@fanghsu2550]

As a beginner, I took couple photography classes in the past couple years. This short tutorial nailed some of the essentials in such eloquent way. Thank you! Mark!

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@@samfenkz5926 It really is as saves money and time.

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Very true.....

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As a hobby photographer, I watch lots of tutorials to try to improve my skills. Your style is about the best I have come across for simplicity, clarity, and ease of grasping technical material. Thank you - I'll be watching and learning more!

[@PhotographyPro]

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[@snapshot4691]

I've been shooting photography for more years than I like to admit. That being said, I like to see how other people present the basics to the trade. You did a great job making it as simplistic and understandable as possible to the new comer. Nice job and great video.

[@commoncore49]

This video was absolutely great. You explained aperture and F-stop better than anyone I've heard yet. So thoroughly and clear.

[@extrabit8153]

Thank you Thank you Thank you. Finally someone who addressed what I was looking for. Today was my lucky day, that I bumped into this video. Shared it with a lot of my contacts.

[@flymoon24]

Hi, In just the short time I have watched this video, I feel this is has been very helpful to a relative beginner of photography such as myself. Cheers, keep up the good work!

[@dubbleeagle]

Best video I've seen so far that explains the 2 different shooting modes in a clear, simple-to-understand way! Thanks!!

[@succeedrightmarketingsolut4153]

Love the up front value! Best of luck with your course, you're a real pro! I've been shooting for over 20 years, love my D1X old school. Your videos have inspired me to shoot more creatively and maybe buy a new camera. Thank you 🙏

[@thegougy]

D1x has one disatvantage (from my point of view of D2x user for over a decade) once you get used to PRO gear, it is hard to step down :D For me it was from D2x to D800 - everything is better in new generations but the feeling, battery life, controls etc - it is not there ;) If you gonna go for new (used) camera, think about this too ;)

[@metalheadmalta]

Probably best explanation on Aperture and Shutter modes. Your videos help a lot. Cannot imagine why you have so few subscribers. Thanks!

[@WayWalker3]

Agreed. Good examples.

[@woollie7corridan291]

That's the Best explanation on Aperture & Shutter modes I have ever seen. Your videos help immensely!!! Many thanks Mark 😊 🙏 ☺

[@karlivanr]

I love how you transitioned into explaining the Shutter Priority mode and there are people moving in the background! Gives the watchers a glimpse of what is it about. This vid is very helpful even though I’m an amateur shooting for 3 yrs already! I’m still learning things I didn’t know before

[@samphazm]

My (now quite old!) Fuji XE1 has been a joy to use and re-learn the basics of photography. I use it with manual lenses now and you get the instant effect of aperture and speed on my photos. As a teenager, I would keep a notebook and take note of settings and corresponding frame numbers.. tough old days! Recommend experimenting and making mistakes -especially without the expense of film.

[@darkiee69]

I mostly use aperture mode, that's what I learned when I was young and used analog cameras. I've used shutter mode a few times when shooting running water and waves,

[@HR-wd6cw]

I know this is a beginner video, but one thing to keep in mind too when talking about aperture is also subject distance in relation to the background too, which will affect blur (there are other factors too). If you're subject is standing right against a brick wall, for example, and you shoot at f/2.8 chances are the brick wall will be slightly out of focus (again, depending on other factors too) but not completely out of focus, whereas if you're subject is standing 10 ft in front of the brick wall, the brick wall may be more out of focus at f/2.8 (it's the subject-background distance factor to consider). Again, goes a bit beyond this video but just because you're shooting at 2.8 for example, doesn't always mean your background will be completely out of focus like you see in some pictures where people brag they shot it at f/2.8 and the bokeh (background blur) is creamy. But this is a good explanation (in the video) for beginners. Just as a rule, the farther your subject is from the background, the more blurred the background will be when your f-stops are lower (like f/2.8 or f/4).

[@georgeanastasopoulos5865]

A very good point, and wise advise, H R.

[@scottfreckle237]

you love the word too don't you lol

[@anilpajni9359]

Simply brilliant - no unnecessary jargon - great explanation!!!

[@Auhana50]

Thank you Mark it took forever to find a straight forward simple way of getting out of automatic mode. Now I’m taking incredible pictures without fretting over settings. 😊👍🏻

[@noelt9597]

@Photography Pro. This guy is amazing. He really meant it when he said he didn't hold back while giving us the information. This was the most easiest, well explained and concise photography tutorial. Thank you❤️

[@yu193a]

The best explanation I learn so far. By far everything I have learned and wached. Thanks alot.

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[@pardefoul]

By far the best tutorials on youtube. I'd just like to say thanks. Just recently I made the transition from filming with my Samsung phone to a Canon t7i and your videos have helped so much in understanding my camera

[@jacq_only]

I just started dslr photography, this vid thought me something new today... thank you 🙏

[@SathiyanKutty]

Great for beginners and this is exactly what I was looking for.

[@stevemasters3753]

Thank you not being a tech guy you’ve shown me how aperture priority works on my XT1 brilliant 👍👍

[@frankcich1423]

Mark, since taking your Photography Pro course a few months back, I haven't used my auto mode except for videos. Great advice and direction. Thank you.

[@vasudevanpavanje9814]

So nicely presented, Thanks a lot Mark. I forwarded this video to my friend and after years of using only Auto mode now she has gained the confidence to use the aperture and other buttons!!!

[@oibal60]

Had a Minolta 7000 back in the 80's. I loved P mode and Program Shift. The interplay between speed and aperture was so obvious. Thanks Minolta.

[@351linzdoctor]

I shoot with one right now!

[@Stevenowski]

Red Shift is interesting too. 🤓🇺🇸

[@sergeantcrow]

Were you happy with the results using the Minolta glass ? I can't wait to run some film through my recently acquired 7000 and 7000 i

[@jockgnu9026]

bought my first slr back then the X700 with a nifty fifty F1.2 lens. think they're in the attic somewhere

[@JenMsumbaProject]

You are the first person I was able to understand this from..thank you excellent video!!

[@cindilugann119]

A calm, not so darn fast voice and demonstration...thank you. Many KZbinrs talk so fast it’s annoying.

[@PhotographyPro]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Auhana50]

This video completely changed the way I use my camera off the auto mode. Thank you for a simple way of explaining how to take pictures the way it should be taken. I have ordered your videos and advise all to take Mark’s courses. Worth the investment guys!

[@mitrak01]

Super. No bla bla bla !! I came finally out of AUTO and now married to S or A mode !!Thanks and best wishes from Germany.

[@theplacewhereucanfindmytra3691]

This is legit the best guide for beginners who want to start exploring his camera.

[@nobbystyles4807]

ive been struggling with understanding this concpet for ages and as a result never been off auto... finally a clear easy to digest explanation with examples you can try..... i feel like ive levelled up today!

[@kennethmureithi1403]

Your videos have been of great help since I discovered you 3 days ago. Your explanations are simple to understand. I am officially out of the Auto mode and now on Aperture and Shutter modes. My car photography has tremendously improved. I would love to learn how to take stunning car photos for adverts. Thank you Mr. Hemmings. Kind regards, Ken from Kenya.

[@RixTTube]

The comparison shots are very instructive. I think it would help a little more if you also compared (for example) those 3 shots of different shutter speeds to what one would get with just the AUTO mode. Thus illustrating why you want to use other than AUTO.

[@robertmchugh4639]

You make a very good point.

[@summers9218]

Nicely presented in short. I enjoy every bit of your explanations. Thanks

[@Mphoto7]

Finally a practical video about the two most important auto modes. This video speaks to the main topic I teach to anyone who asks for help. In fact, I don't even begin to teach them until they have a clear understanding as to how these two modes work on their specific camera. Now I can just point them to your video and I won't have to train them anymore. Woohoo! Thanks for a quite concise treatise of a very important camera use topic.

[@redbank493]

Glad I found your channel. Just getting back into photography after about a 25 year break. Still have my old OM10 but have now bought a Nikon D3400. Added a 55-200 lens. Have to admit that I’m very rusty and really new to digital, still finding my way around it. Your videos have reminded me of what I used to do. The information has been very useful. Ended up digging out the OM10 and finding it was basically AP. Now using the Nikon in AP mode. No more auto! Shooting in raw/jpg so that I can play around with editing. Cheers 😁

[@satoharu13]

this is by far the most informative and well-explained photography video that's best for beginners. thank you so much

[@d1n0_mb]

Great explanation. Easy to understand for someone who knows nothing about photography like me.

[@robertmchugh4639]

With all the talk out there, finally some useful advice that can start you off on great photos.

[@yumphallangthaphal1598]

So thorough, never bored in all 3 video tutorials you posted. Thanks.

[@carleysdad94]

I've been taking photos with a base model Nikon D3500 for the last 10+ years in auto mode, but after recently upgrading to a Nikon Z5 I decided it was finally time to take the plunge and learn how to get out of "auto mode" and start using aperture priority, shutter priority, and manual modes. Of all the videos I have watching thus far, this one explains things in a language I can finally understand. Thank you!

[@PhotographyPro]

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[@namnightsky6730]

This is a very helpful video, It really gives the information that a beginner really needs. Thanks for the clear and straightforward informations. More power! :)

[@williamgeorgefraser]

I do a lot of macro and wildlife photography and mostly use Aperture priority. I usually take photos at ISO 800 but drop this down when conditions require it. For macro, especially with insects which have antennae, take a series of photos, each focussed on a different part of the body, and stack the photos together to give you an in-focus image.

[@robertspitler209]

You sure know how to cut to the case scene and get to point . Excellent presentation skills. Great illustrations to reinforce the points of your discussions. Thank you, sir!

[@Gregoire0]

Thanks for one of the best video with camera tutorials . FANTASTIC !!!

[@curtisj2165]

Aperture priority for me usually, shutter priority for flash and manual for long exposure

[@matrixen1981]

Thank you Mark for a great explanatory video of the A+S modes. I've been using the shutter on M alot but it takes alot of time to adjust everything.

[@heinrichlombard6416]

Easy to digest. So many so called tutorials for beginners suck because they rush through like a steam train and forget who the supposedly making the video for. Thanks for yet another great lesson.

[@PhotographyPro]

Thank you, Heinrich! :) Be sure to check out the full Digital Camera Mastery course, there's plenty more to learn! Here's the link - photpro.to/dcm-r

[@neilspector9221]

I grew up using 35mm film cameras that were fully manual like the Pentax K1000 (Brick). I read books on depth of field and that was a good explanation. Also your description of shutter speeds was spot on. Don't forget to pan with your subject at lower shutter speeds.

[@scallen3841]

I learned on a Canon ae-1 , still have it and still use it .

[@rossbatterbury6658]

Great video ! Very well explained and a lovely soft voice 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@mjotd8670]

Having just taken up, in the last 2 days, photography as a hobby, and purchasing a cheap Fujifilm camera, with NO knowledge, I found this extremely helpful, I will look at at your full tutorial soon, many thanks!

[@josephmiguelmrsoul]

You are my favorite photography teacher, not all about spending every cent you have or a techy snob. just relatable and clear facts about universal camera use. thank you!

[@PhotographyPro]

Happy to help!

[@josef7884]

I've been searching for a plain, simple and beginner-friendly tutorial. This is a big help. Thanks

[@OnlyLoveCanLimitUs]

Wonderful vid!! Just what I needed!!! ✨

[@promekstudio6998]

with your tutorial steps and illustrations makes my follow my passion of photography. kudos Mr MARK

[@iggytse]

The setting I use most when shooting a stage event is aperture priority in conjunction with exposure compensation.

[@taliesinhalliday]

thanks. i never knew a lot of this. great tips.

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You are awesome, one or the best. Thanks for your efforts and also for sharing these great courses. Good continuation and i wish you the best.👍

[@goldmemberr]

This is the video every beginner needs to watch.

[@PravinPatel-zv7bd]

You are such a good teacher. I am so happy that I found your videos. I have been to six African Safaris and have taken more then 20,000 pictures, some very very great pictures but I am still learning. There is No Stop for learning in photography, at least for me. I am going to Botswana in 2020 and your simple and straight forward techniques are going to be helpful to me to capture some more amazing wildlife pictures. Thank You very much for your free tutorials.

[@H.pylori]

As a lifetime AUTO user, I find this video easy to understand and well done. I would like to get more out of my photos but have the fear of not having the optimal settings and thereby having poor results on a once in a lifetime vacation. I will look at some of your other videos. Thank you.

[@FlatWaterFilms]

Just use your built in light meter and you're be fine.

[@TravellingdoctorPrithvi]

Super explanations for a amateur like me. Thanks a lot.

[@prashantynr]

Explanation can't be better than this ...Great Tutorial ..I don't own a DSLR but even I can teach this now.Thanks sir .. Perfect combination of Knowledge , Teaching Skills, Background Music , Frame settings ....and so on ..👌

[@rlo13]

Beside the fact i knew this already, i liked to watch photography videos for more tips etc. Your video is the best, you talk at good speed and understanding very good!

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This guy should have over 100 million subscribers thank you.

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One of the best tutorial - Easy to understand

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Never seen such simplest and most effective tips in the photography vlogs.

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Just what I wanted to know, this video has given me the knowledge of using digital cameras as this is my first attempt at photography. Thanks a lot, and I will be back to see more of your vids.

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I'm mobile photographer but I really enjoyed your work !! Thank you

[@raol635]

Never heard as easier as ur explanation..bravo.

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it's your, not ur....

[@komanguy]

Thanks a lot for these very useful tips. I’m a beginner in photography and I assure you, it’s one of the best courses I’ve ever followed. Very well explained. Thanks again.

[@pounerukifaga]

thank you so much...I live in the pacific, in the island of Samoa..there is so much to capture here and your video has really helped me detail my shots..Thank You!!!!

[@johnfairweather9188]

For 30 years, I shot over 500 weddings with a battery free Hasselblad that only shot in manual. I also shot live-action hockey in manual for 10 years. It’s not that complicated if you take the time to learn how. I tell the camera what to do.

[@michaelrodeback1956]

I'm an aviation photographer and I've only ever used Aperture Priority and Manual. I've never used anything else on my D3400. Aperture priority is what I use 99% of the time. The other 1% is manual. I imagine I'd use shutter priority for some stuff at airshows.

[@jhicks1774]

Thank you for your tips. I have been shooting for many years in “A” I plan on using your tips to wing myself off of the automatic setting. Thank you!

[@mikomon309]

One of the best presentations on this topic I've EVER seen. Bravo.

[@MysoreStudio]

Amazing information simple explanation practical shots Thanks

[@roberte.andrews4621]

Camera Users' manuals cover all this in the opening chapters. Aperture priority is the most important. Find a lab test of your lens and see what F stop yields the sharpest image. On most lenses, F/8 or F/11 yields the highest resolution and freedom from aberrations. I never rely on auto focus. Rather, I use depth of field tables for outdoor photography, where maximum sharpness is required from foreground to infinity. Street photographers have camera set before the subject appears, so they lose no time making adjustments. Better to capture the 'decisive moment' than let it slip away fumbling with knobs. On digital cameras, a good rule for quick capture is to set aperture to F/16 and shutter at 1/500th with ISO at 400-500 in bright sunlight. These tips have worked well for me in 80+ years behind the camera. I shoot both film and digital and find I concentrate more on film and, therefore, get better results. But it may just be a lifetime with film cameras is ingrained in me.

[@SunnyDee60]

OMG!!! You described me all the way with the auto mode, and buying expensive cameras & never using due to not knowing how to set it correctly 🙄. I'm subscribing, I may learn some things 😃.

[@patriciannpalka917]

Such clear and concise instructions. Looking to step up my photography and your videos will help me achieve that. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@fourteatwo8670]

I was more adventurous when I first bought my Canon 5X500 about 8 years ago; I've been on Auto since then. No more! Thank you!

[@s.chaubey8098]

😀😀good luck.

[@willparsons32]

I've noticed that the majority of people I've watched on KZbin suggest that using Aperture Priority be used even more than that of Manual. I think it's because it reduces the time to compose the image and not have to mess around too much with the other dials on our DSLR.

[@telmasousa5352]

You are the best at explaining it all. Thank you very much for making it so clear and easier for begginers like me. God bless you

[@blessingsthroughfaith6313]

Great video. It might have been worth mentioning that although higher F stops can bring more of the depth of field into focus...there is a point when sharpness begins to diminish.

[@tonybucca5667]

I have been a photographer since the late 60s. I use aperture priority for ACTION photography. I'll set my f-stop low, and my camera will correspond with the highest possible shutter speed for the available light...perfect for capturing the race horse hooves off the ground coming down to the finish line.

[@maartenvandenberg160]

Then you are doing it wrong technically speaking you should use TV for action photography since the shutter speed is the main thing you want But I understand you are used to working like this and know what AV value will give you the best shutter speed... but for people who are beginning... you should use TV mode for action photography

[@tonybucca5667]

@@maartenvandenberg160 Technically, I'm getting the highest shutter speed I can for my shooting situation. Using TV (or SP in Nikon-speak) I could run into not enough aperture for the chosen speed.

[@carlosmntr]

Hey! I live near San Miguel de Allende and I go very often! I just found you and I'm already a fan! We could grab a coffee some time! (If you want of course)

[@jamesmckeown1921]

This is the best tutorial I have seen on this topic. Great job and thank you

[@mellanese]

Thank you, explained simply with great illustrations!

[@sachinhsoni]

AMAZING VIDEO THANK YOU FOR THIS UPLOAD

[@mr.workhardplayhard6550]

I just stepped into the photography world with a new Sony A7iii and this has helped me tremendously! Very easy to follow and understand....greatly appreciate you explaining these tips

[@OptLab]

If you didn't know how to use this modes before buying a Full frame camera, I guess sony's marketing department did a good job :D

[@anooscf]

Same here 👍

At last I can understand these modes! Thank you so much, very well explained.

[@nezzziel]

Your videos are so underrated wow. I just got a new camera and wanted to start my journey on photography. Your videos have really explained a lot for me!

[@broodybybek]

This guy is amazing 😍

[@cantkeepitin]

For Sony cams there is something like the golden automode. But this actualles reinvents A mode plus offering few other corrections (like for color temperature or darkness). So ultimately you need more tweaks in this automode as using directly T or A mode. Plus having the disadvantage that all tweaks are lost if you switch off the cam. For me a big myths is also white color corrections, most cams do something different in auto color correction, especially in churches, forrests, etc.

[@10MinutestoRouletteFortune]

So true, you can control everything you need for depth of field and motion control. Between that and Manual like he said, a person needs nothing else. I've been shooting this way ever sense I started 30 years ago. 1/4 of a second is my go to for waterfall pics.