Aperture Priority - EASIER Than Manual Mode!

[@JamesLavish]

Do you ever use Aperture Priority? If so, when and how??

[@BOMBZTV]

Woah. Moon shot.. I love Luna (moon). Astrophotography. 🤩

[@JamesLavish]

@@BOMBZTV Thanks dude!

[@BOMBZTV]

@@JamesLavish hope you can include the actual photos taken. It is good for the tutorial you showed us about the zebras. But i can't see the difference coz it was shown from the camera display only. I recommend a split screen for comparison of the actual shots you made. Anyhow, great content as always. Looking forward to your instagram tutorial or lesson. I was really curious about it. I've seen those on some mobile phone camera pro settings. Keep it up! 😉👍

[@JamesLavish]

@@BOMBZTV Ah good point, I'll add them to the description later when I can get back to the computer! 👍

[@virginialavish3458]

I have a lot to learn and I need to watch this a few times !! THANK YOU

[@_pewpew_]

I just picked up photography around 6 weeks ago. This is the first video I have watched for tutorials (was learning everything with just the camera and I in unison) and sub’d right after watching this vid; not only because of your knowledge, also because you are genuine. Thank you!

[@ElijahDanielleFarrakhan]

First of all, thank you. This was the BEST video, and I have watched many. You did a fantastic job making it very plain. I never thought I would actually get it, but it makes perfect sense. I was actually typing notes as you were going only to discover at the very end you offer a cheat sheet! Great energy! Crystal clear explanation, just an all and all great video. Thanks a million!

[@ElijahDanielleFarrakhan]

Forgot to mention, I've been doing photography for 5 years now with some really great equipment (Sony a6000, Sony a6400, and Nikon 5600) Various lenses). Never knew what one single button's purpose was. It was all point and shoot. A couple of months I got the Sony a7iv and decided to actually learn everything about it to really maximize my photography. This video was super helpful! Thank you again.

[@nickcanane4680]

Seriously one of the best tutorials incredibly well spoken and brilliantly outlines well done

[@lwilson5198]

New to photograpy (3 months in). This video really helped me in the fact that you actually did a practical photo sesison which was a great help. Thanks.

[@JamesLavish]

Hey Lisa, you are super welcome. So happy it helped!✌

[@bryank4020]

This mode really makes you see your camera as a helpful friend. Thanks so much man!

[@Adventureruler]

I bought a bunch of production lights and very happy with it. It lets me be more in control with my video settings. ISO and fps is A-Ok, aperture is where i was confused on. Thanks!

[@seaysidi7905]

Thank I seen many videos where they take you around the bushes and not even explain what the title was . Thank for going straight to the point 😊!!

[@matthewwhitehead5571]

Came across your video. I just picked up my camera a few weeks ago. I have been watching a lot of video’s. There is a lot of information out there. This video help a lot. I have been shooting in manual, but then there are times I have to go to auto. Still learning long ways to go. Very good video thank you.

[@petercolichidas7484]

Just subscribed. Your explanations are great, simple and very easy to understand. You are one of my tp 3 that I frequently watch. Super job!

[@sorcereyes]

Wowww..so many videos I've watched this month. Soo many talking and rambling showing their face and barely spending any time showing how to use your camera. Thank you for showing how you adjust your settings and the effect it has as you do it. Without all the bells and whistles of video cameos edited in. For my a6000 and the 30mm f1.4. I just got this was perfect video to watch ( overcome little niggles I've been working on)

[@JamesLavish]

Awesome! So happy to help, David. That's a great setup you've got. Have fun and let me know how you do! ✌

[@MudProduction7]

this was excellent!!! thank you! I've been shooting manual for a long time and thought it was the best way to shoot but lately i've been looking for a way to have better control and this video really shows me that having complete control all the time can also be a downfall, so allowing the very expensive camera to do some of the work is not a bad thing, NOT AT ALL. So thank you for this video, very helpful.

[@delyofructeliofilizate9941]

Ммм❤😊😊😅😅❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@jasonfenstermaker4496]

Super helpful, thanks for all the detail and the presentation

[@dslaughter02]

Loved this video - super helpful!

[@manccyclist]

Excellent .. thank you... I've been into photography around 10yrs.. started on a Canon Rebel always used manual... graduated to an a7II 4yrs ago.. man the settings were sooooo complex... I now have the a7III... been practicing and have recently had an epiphany mastering the ISO... game changer for me... but there's so much to learn... so the S... A... P... buttons were alien.. however now I have gained more confidence looking at these options are my next challenge in my evolution....

[@carlosmolina8859]

I use AP on my trips sots because most of the time there is no time to be switching settings as we are always on the run, great video!

[@kilombazo]

Hi James, thank you so much for a wonderful video. I never got the PDF sheet after filling the form... 😞

[@HerAdventureDog]

This has been incredibly helpful thank you!

[@Lonewolf2482]

I'm a newbie and recently bought an a7iv and a G master lens. Found your video very useful!

[@juancamusic]

Very well explained. Down to earth. Thanks so much for the video.

[@hereAndThere149]

Man, amazing explanation! Improved my photos by a lot and I finally understand why some of my photos were blown out! Thanks :D

[@JamesLavish]

That's awesome to hear! Well done, Ognjen!

[@richardmilbourne1679]

Hi James just found your channel i found it very helpfull. I am from the Uk my passion in photography is Motorsport particularly race cars . Due to the pandemic i cant travel to the race tracks . So i have got into landscape photography its a lot harder than it looks i feel like iam a beginner again I have used your advise and used Av instead of manual and got some better results thank you looking forward to more of your videos .

[@JamesLavish]

Awesome to hear Richard, more camera tutorials to come soon! ✌

[@tonykeltsflorida]

I use a canon rebel SL2. I use a 50mm f1.8 lens (Yongnuo). AV mode really helps with getting the blur and nice focus on the subject. I was always told to shoot manual but I really like AV so I don't have to spend time with the ISO and the shutter speed. (maybe lazy LOL)

[@JamesLavish]

Not lazy, smart!! I use Manual sometimes, Shutter Priority sometimes, but Aperture Priority mostly now!

[@LuckyGoe1975]

Picket up photography after 4 years,.. Building a house and 2 kids you know... Today I borrowed a 2.8 27 70 lens and. Shot the two kids in M mode. It was a disaster, but a real eye opener. There where just too much variables to control with two dynamic kids. Your video explained EXACTLY what I was looking for. Excited to try again tomorrow and grow slowly towards M mode. Thank you.

[@JamesLavish]

Awesome, Luc. I'm happy to hear it helped. Let me know how you make out!

[@LuckyGoe1975]

@@JamesLavish went back with your tips and I Nailed it this time. Thanx again.

[@JamesLavish]

@@LuckyGoe1975 Awesome Luc, so happy to hear that!

[@IAMBLUSH]

Wow best video camera settings video ever!!

[@lislaJalinde]

You got a new sub. I spent most of last night wondering if I should walk away from it all decided to prioritise learning my stuff found this and I cant wait to get back out there!

[@michaelboyd6181]

I would love to get your Cheat Sheets for Aperture Priority and Shutter Priority. I first learned about you and watched several of your videos yesterday. You have simplified the process in your description, but would love to have the Cheat Sheets to refer to in the field. Thanks!

[@Ed123]

Very helpful video. Thank you very much.

[@sushieblue]

Thank you so much! I was going crazy trying to figure this out 😅

[@adistark5644]

Thank you so much for that guide, I’m new to photography, it started with a hobby of mine taking pictures of my mini:) MINI worldwide sew my photos and tomorrow I’m taking pictures for them, you helped me so much I really appreciate it

[@JamesLavish]

That's so awesome with MINI, Adi. Happy to hear to and you're super welcome! ✌

[@hurleygreen927]

Good Call! I have a Nikon D750 and I find myself using Aperture Priority Mode outside and Manual Mode indoors....they BOTH have their uses!

[@JamesLavish]

Thanks Hurley! And absolutely! They wouldn’t be on the camera of they weren’t tools meant for you to use! ✌️

[@kevanalbrighton5887]

@JamesLavish Very good video, good delivery making it easy to understand. I am new to photography, and have been experimenting with all modes. I actually find manual mode, but with auto ISO on, just as easy. I always hand hold the camera so find having control on the shutter speed and Aperture helpful

[@Renerator]

Great Stuff man!

[@daktadre]

thanks mate, but for some reason after changing to aperature priority on my A7ii, i could not change the shutter speed. It just would not allow it. can you let me know what i am doing wrong?

[@laurensaravia8187]

I like how basic and not a lot of salt and pepper on something as simple as aperture mode, very well explained! thank you

[@JamesLavish]

Thanks so much, that's super appreciated and great to meet you here! ✌

[@mbuzimanyike]

you've got yourself a new sub. just got my dslr and I was stressed now I am at ease :)

[@JamesLavish]

Thanks so much, Lesedi! I'm so happy it helped!✌️

[@MikeLaracuente]

Very good and informative video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Question? What if I wanted to use a flash on top of the camera(not the pop up flash). Is it possible to still do Aperture Priority mode and add a flash for more light? Am using a Panasonic G85 camera... Any and all recommendations are greatly appreciated.

[@Neil_Hasnat]

thank you very much sir. I just got my a7iv and i'm a beginner.. You video helped me a lot.

[@lorenzoropeta1218]

Thank you. Well explained.

[@thatguymichaelhtx]

Very straight to the point. Great video.

[@merlebecker8417]

James, tks much I know its older but going through some to brush off the Covid rust and fell on this. Great refresher or a starter for someone. Nice style and presentation. Will ck for some more. Tks much.

[@kevinwitt1016]

Thank you! I Love how you break things down!

[@StanislavStanchev]

Great video! Thanks :)

[@dangalender8748]

James, I really liked this video and got a lot out of it. I did, however, think that there were 2 things that you could have at least mentioned in the landscape portion. Those would be that when using a tripod turn Steady Shot off and when using such a slow shutter speed to use a wired or wireless remote or a 2 second timer to reduce camera shake. I realize that these points are not part of the main story (Aperture Priority), but could have been mentioned in a second or 2. But, other than that, great info!

[@JamesLavish]

Hey Dan, thanks so much for the kind words. And I agree on both points, I do make sure to tell viewers exactly that in my Tips for Sharp Landscape Photos video. It’s definitely a balance of how much info to unload in each tutorial! 😉✌️

[@crayshaunhenderson1265]

james great video but how do i get my camera to do what you had your camera doing that was unique ya see. how you was moving around and the numbers was changing how do i get my camera to do that

[@keitharchie8120]

I noticed during the portrait portion, as you moved the camera around from light to dark areas your shuttle speed stayed constant at 1/125. The challenge for me in Aperture priority has been the constantly changing shutter speed. Is there some specific setting that locks the shutter speed in? I set my iso min ss and all yet my ss is all over the map usually too low to freeze slight movements or compensate for shake common in portrait/wedding/event work. Thanks for the vid.🙏🏾💪🏾

[@darrenbivings4227]

First I want to say, Thank You! Your video was very informative and easy to fallow. I only have one question about your f4 & f2.8 suggestions for your portraits. I know that getting good Bokeh outdoors is one good reason for shooting wide open with portraits, but was there any other reason? In the past, I have had a Love / Hate relationship with shallow depth of field. My Nikon D850's autofocus is "hit or mis" with shallow depth of field in studio. Outdoors, no problem. Sometimes my modeling Lights aren't bright enough for my Autofocus. For portraits in the studio, I have had to mark the floor for my subjects and have them sit for careful focusing and keep my studio ambient lights bright while my ISO is low in order to keep my cameras autofocus working consistently. So I end up shooting f5.6 - f11

[@eddieteabagify]

Just starting out. Seems like i understand the how to but zero experience when to use. Great tips.

[@JamesLavish]

Hey Eddie, thanks so much and great to hear! You can use Aperture Priority pretty much whenever you don't really need to control shutter speed carefully (i.e., slowing or freezing movement...etc)

[@piemasterzero]

Is there a specific metering I should use when doing street photography and for wedding types of photos?

[@michaeltheodorou5516]

Fantastically informative and to the point, I have subscribed!

[@JamesLavish]

Awesome to hear Michael and thanks so much. Welcome to the channel!

[@johnleonard4149]

John here in Pa & relatively new to digital photography. I do love it just haven't found my style liking yet, soon I hope😊

[@JamesLavish]

Hey John, it's great to hear you love it, and that's pretty much all that matters right now. I would just take as many photos as you can and keep trying new things. You will find your style! Welcome aboard! ✌️

[@Garylhairston]

Thanks, That was hands-on.

[@auxsom]

Massive help. Ty!

[@johnbarbier8972]

Hello. I’ve been doing a lot of photography over the years. And since I don’t do it frequently I forget a lot of the settings. And now w those new camera like my Sony A7rlll so complicated. If you don’t practice a lot. I also do a lot in manual but now moving more to street photography. I’m trying to figure out best setting. I will try your technique of a priority. F4 speed to 125. Since hand held and auto iso. Will see. Any other tip for street p..? Thanks John

[@mroblige1018]

So once you set your Iso the camera won't bump it up? I don't wanna deal with noise in post when it comes to portraits

[@R3zzRhino]

What about timelapse what would be considered for daytime photography I'd consider that aperture will adjust to sun light and to darkness

[@rainman2295]

Hi very good video struggling to find the PDF Thanks

[@countingcoral]

Super helpful. Thank you.

[@RomellAlaman]

I am a little bit confused. You said in aperture mode, we just adjust the aperture, but then, the ISO was adjusted as well .To me this is more a "manual mode" rather than Av mode.

[@dylanostrom388]

I'm also confused. can someone elaborate for us.

[@davidodonovan4982]

No problem, to get the best results from Aperture priority please see below. Just one thing to bear in mind when setting a minimum shutter speed on your camera Generally speaking, using the standard rule of thumb is to make the minimum shutter speed equal to the maximum focal length of your lense when hand- holding your camera. For example, if you are shooting with a 200mm lens then you want to keep your minimum shutter speed at 1/200 sec or above to avoid any blur occurring from camera shake. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYW3eHxsj6qmkK8

[@venkateswaranputhucode6231]

Excellent explanation

[@danieljhale]

Great video - you put it in terms that even _I_ could understand!

[@JamesLavish]

Thanks my man! Haha. Yep, even a Mensa could do this...😂🤣

[@danieljhale]

@@JamesLavish Ha!

[@ericcooper4557]

I definitely learned something from your Aperture Priority video today. I'm going to apply what I learned today when I shoot a birthday party tomorrow.

[@JamesLavish]

awesome Eric. Let me know how it goes!

[@ericcooper4557]

@@JamesLavish I will James.

[@ericcooper4557]

@@JamesLavish also I've been taking photos in manual mode for over 30 years and didn't trust myself shooting in aperture priority until I saw this video.

[@JamesLavish]

I'm super happy to hear that. Thanks Eric!

[@ericcooper4557]

@@JamesLavish You're welcome

[@MosleydollMUA]

Thank you for this video. I’m learning quite a lot. Just one question when I put my camera in AV mode what about the switch on my lens? Do I keep it on manual or auto focus? Thanks

[@cliffdariff74]

I've got a point shoot Nikon , P100.. basic. I like A mode, staring out hand held street landscape (trees buildings, sidewalks etc) and some street "moments" photography. however the bright sky in California seems to blowout (above the horizon). Sky too light, shadows too dark. do I need to move up to an DSLR to correct this?

[@SAMUELOFFEI-u7h]

How do you set your speed light/ flash with aperture priority mode?

[@airspeedaudio]

what mode are you shooting in for the studio shot of you talking in this video?

[@DanielGardner]

Thanks for not beating around the bush. So helpful!

[@oldtowneast]

Wow I’m so glad I found this video.

[@carolsantulis1990]

Understanding your metering mode is very important

[@JackRico]

This was terrific! The structure of the information is exactly how it should be done.

[@JamesLavish]

Thanks so much Jack, so happy it helps!

[@p8ryot]

I'll agree, that's why this long term newbee just subscribed.

[@supergeckoman9167]

Hey, recently I have been trying to film my band performing in fairly low light. My a7 iv work great on auto but the aperture is always auto set to 1.4. It looks great but most of the shot is out of focus. I would like to keep the quality but have the whole band in focus. Do you have any advise? thanks

[@jackiefox7326]

Thank you 😊

[@castbyjohnflytying]

How do I get that minimum shutter speed in my menu? Great video, learned allot but I’m unable to get that minimum shutter speed in my aperture mode when I click on that function button

[@annieaviles4760]

Exceptional teaching.

[@GhostDigital2k]

Thank you for the help.

[@2007zodiac]

Just the perfect start to finish instruction that i was searching for!..have you Done another for using Nd-Grad filters?? Or Going to?.. many thanks... instant-sub!!!

[@JamesLavish]

Awesome, so happy to hear that! And thanks so much for the sub, I really appreciate it! So, I have not done one on grad NDs yet, but may in the future. Shutter Priority tutorial is coming v soon, though, and that will include some info on variable NDs!

[@sultanalg632]

Thank you and I am excited for the upcoming videos

[@JamesLavish]

You're welcome! ✌

[@jayco10125]

See I was already using manual but had never used aperture priority or shutter priority and I found I was missing shots sometimes especially in faster moving subjects or fleeting moments so I wanted to learn more about it...

[@niftytwo]

My first time on your video channel and I’m very pleased I logged in. Sounds like an Aussie accent. Just like mine. I’ll be back. Subscribed and saved. Thank you James. .

[@JamesLavish]

Haha, thanks Neville! Not Aussie, but I'll take it! Great to meet you here and welcome to the channel!

[@normameyers4904]

When taking outdoor portraits in aperture priority with auto ISO will you get consistent exposures in a series of photos shot in the same location?

[@tehMaloWalo]

nope. ISO will bounce around and so will your shutter speed

[@bobbywilsonfunfaithfamilymusic]

Thank you, kudos!

[@smooth111012]

Hi Great video, i recently got the Sony mk4 Awesome camera. I’m normally an Auto person but I’m teaching myself the big M mode. I been shooting birds in flight, some or ok but most ore blurt. Hard to pan at the speed some fly at. Any tips?

[@jasonhead9123]

The model in your photo example moved in front of the light source, so using auto or aperture priority for that shot is no different

[@Capt_Billy]

2:31 videos? I have an issue with light changing on me while I am doing something (like reeling in fish, casing out lines, etc). Changing settings every 2 minutes while recording isn't feasible.

[@JamesLavish]

That can definitely be an issue. For video with lots of changing exposure, I would actually recommend using shutter priority (with shutter set to 2x the frame rate: i.e., 1/50th for 34fps) and maximum ISO that you feel comfortable with on your camera (I made an ISO video for some more info there, if you want). That way, you video is smooth and the light should be a bit more consistent if you let the camera decide aperture for you. If the light is bright, add an ND filter to help retain a shallow depth of field. otherwise the camera will just default to a small F-stop (f16 or f22) and this will make it look less cinematic. Make sense?

[@VisionStudios1]

Fantastic! Thank you.

[@JamesLavish]

You're welcome Owen and thank you, too!

[@timothylatour4977]

Great video, thanks.

[@keytopictures9474]

great explanation of aperture priority mode!

[@JamesLavish]

Thanks so much, I'm glad it helped!

[@theodorepaul8328]

Thank You.

[@relaxwithme__]

Thanks for this valuable information!

[@JamesLavish]

You're super welcome! ✌️

[@Del-Canada]

I have been shooting with a 35mm Olympus since the late seventies and when I look at those photos I wonder how much better they could have been had I understood all of the camera's settings and functions. Anyway, I am currently experiencing cognitive issues so getting into the photography world as if I have never used a camera before is extremely frustrating and a serious challenge. I will watch a video and five minutes later I won't be able to recall anything I saw or heard. I have dyscalculia also so anything involving numbers is nearly impossible for me to retain. These videos help a lot, I think. LOL So thank you! Gonna sub-distillate!

[@JamesLavish]

Well that sounds like a huge challenge, and I'm sorry to hear that Del. I sincerely hope this helps and if you have questions, please ask!✌

[@Del-Canada]

@@JamesLavish Thank you, James.

[@JamesLavish]

@@Del-Canada Also let me know if you want any thoughts on type of camera or lens options for easier tactile controls, dials, etc...

[@Del-Canada]

@@JamesLavish It's nice to get positive vibes. I wouldn't normally share this something personal but my dad just died an hour ago. So anything positive I am absorbing. Thank you for the info and interactions and take care, James.

[@JamesLavish]

@@Del-Canada Oh man, I lost my Dad recently, too. I'm so sorry. Stay strong and positive, and let me know if I can help with your photography journey. Keep on, Del! ✌️

[@ademosthenes4911]

the picture of the girl is misleading, in the second picture her head is partially covering the sun, not saying that AV is not important, that in some instances it can help a picture look a lot better, but for people that don't make a living as photographers is not that important.

[@palmwaytech]

Will this lens work ok on Sony A7ii - sony fe 16-35 f2.8 lens ? - that you are using , that lens is all you need - to get by with, nice lens, and great tutorial.

[@JamesLavish]

Yes, that's the first camera I used this lens with. Killer combo! And thank you!✌

[@irvsalit3318]

If ISO and shutter speed are then automatic in Av, why do I have dark photos that need exposure compensation to be changed.

[@ShotByWalt]

Does the aperture mode work for studio photography as well with a flash mounted on the camera?

[@kaizl9537]

Is there any alternative if the camera do not provide Aperture priority ? For example mobile gadget such as Sony Xperia i5

[@daniellegrandpa]

I am new and your explanation is the best I have found on youtube.

[@JamesLavish]

Thanks so much! I'm super happy it helped!✌

[@mahardyantikusumaningtyas1753]

Thats exactly what im thinking rite now.. great and helpful video, James

[@JamesLavish]

@@mahardyantikusumaningtyas1753 Thanks so much Mahardyanti. I really appreciate that!

[@nikkistarlight1000]

Good job I love your videos so much 🤩

[@kimedwards8088]

Where is the link mentioned for pdf file to put on your phone?

[@Puffles127]

ever since i changed my ISO and that on my sony a5100 i started having problems with my camera theres a long processing time after taking the photo and it works only works when iI use auto ISO can you help me out to fix this some how

[@Uciinnn]

I really love the intro sound on your bumper videos. As a guitar player, i do love it. So when people hear that note, they knew that it was you😁✌️📸🎶

[@JamesLavish]

Thanks man, I really appreciate that and wish I could play the guitar! 🙏✌