How to Nail Exposure using Manual Mode

[@seantuck]

For those who’ve been asking the full name of the app seems to be ‘DOF slider’ in the IOS App Store.

[@hooptievlog778]

Sony has highlights metering :)

[@hooptievlog778]

But manual mode is still better.

[@emotown1]

Or you could use an old school lens that gives you a good idea of DOF on the focusing scale. Technology leads us down shit creek yet again.

[@seantuck]

Keith Roberts ah luddite elitism:)

[@michaelnikonfuji3539]

Some of the new Fuji lens have this scale on them

[@Dngrov257]

Excellent! We need more people talking about technique instead of gear!

[@MUENTERMEDIA]

exactly.

[@cfagil]

I cannot agree more!!

[@scallen3841]

How about less editing

[@scallen3841]

I'm in the mind set that getting a top quality photograph, Everytime I press the shutter is first . Regardless if I'm using my DSLR or film camera

[@GreenRC24]

But what gear is he using?

[@jimtipton8888]

45 years as a photographer and that was the best tutorial on exposure I've ever seen.

[@russpury]

45 years ago, it was all manual mode

[@jimtipton8888]

@@russpury Ha! True! And for me it still is :)

[@silvermediastudio]

Agreed. I think I spent the first ten years of my career learning this information through the daily grind, photo walks, trial and error, and on the job necessities. Sean has truly put together a master class for those who are willing to soak it in and then go practice it in the field.

[@sjlsw]

Agreed!

[@CalebWojcik]

I think this is the best beginner photography tutorial on all of KZbin. I'm going to send a lot of people here.

[@SparlingAdventures]

Exactly it's very very important and the way that he explained it is brilliant!!!

[@TheTucsonJeff]

I couldn't imagine a better video on this subject. There are sooooo many videos on ISO, A & S modes, but this is the first video I've seen which clearly explains how to put all of this together in a meaningful way for creative manual photography.

[@reginabetancourt7039]

Agreed. Very very informative.

[@danieeccc]

same!!

[@chidchid7742]

Simplest, quickest, most efficient explanation on manual mode on KZbin.

[@MarcoPino]

Dude, this is a masterclass! You are not just a photographer but also an amazing teacher. Thanks for sharing this, best explanation ever for manual photography.

[@misterlove7034]

This should be the only video on KZbin explaining the exposure triangle

[@dark5260]

agreed, very well explained by Sean

[@rhmimages]

One of the best breakdowns of the triangle I have seen. Well done.

[@rubyrawr]

for real

[@barrydduggan]

@fukthegoog yeah, I thought the same whilst watching, however it's not important as thehe still manages to get the main point across.

[@craigmorris8322]

Many many times has this subject been presented but this is in my opinion by far the best and most concise.

[@WoodlandWandererMatt]

I picked up photography as an hobby during the pandemic, I'm absolutely hooked and in love with the art! But you Sean are by far the greatest photographer I've come across, not just because your work is amazing but how you're willing to teach anyone who is willing to learn. Great bloke!

[@tavyjets]

This is essential viewing for beginner photographers. Such clear explanations. Amazing video!

[@TheNewTravel]

Your production quality continues to astound me.

[@seanfshannon]

I've definitely noticed an improvement in quality since he switched to Sony. Previously I think he used an 80D for video.

[@seantuck]

You're not wrong. The Sony has MUCH better quality video:)

[@Pierretlambert]

Hey Dan!! :)

[@rodolfohernandez354]

16:52 a masterclass in just 3 photographs! Master!

[@piyushmishra7791]

Take the entire video. Pause any outdoor shot, take a screenshot. Each frame is a beautiful photograph itself. Only Sean, for me, can make me watch a 25 minutes tutorial feel like 5 minutes deal.

[@seantuck]

That's very kind mate, thanks:)

[@RimantasLiubertas]

If we only could stop calling ISO sensativity… (and not everything in BW is "beuatifyl photograph")

[@markhou]

Your nose is turning brown bro 👃

Yes! Very much agree!

[@phatcrayonz]

Piyush Mishra you’re awesome piyush

[@adhamsalem]

I don't think there will ever be a better video of explaining "the basics of taking a picture" on any platform! thank you Sean.

[@FlyB4UDie]

Finally I found someone who explained manual mode loud and clear, thank you

[@cooljatdude]

There can't be a simpler explanation than this one. Hats off, Sean

[@squaretops1]

I got stuck

[@brandondasher261]

I love how good youtubers can make a tutorial for a subject that you already fully understand, interesting enough that you still watch a 25minute video all the way through. I remember like two months after I started photography and I had pretty much only been shooting in manual I was all like "what does metering do?"

[@danisukamoto]

Brandon Dasher you’re so right. I was thinking the same after I had watched the video all the way to the end.

[@MikeSantis]

Same thoughts here. I watched the whole video eventhough not only I fully understand the subject, but I also practice it daily without thinking.

[@ChrisLonsberryMedia]

Ha! Yup. I was thinking that too. The whole time, I'm thinking, "I know this but this is good." LOL. I still learned a few things though.

[@cfagil]

Me too. Trust your eyes rather than what the dump camera tells you.

[@scallen3841]

I learned in manual when I started that was 1979

[@manozgurung583]

The triangular relation of ISO, AP & SS is simply class. Simple and beautifully done to make it understandable. Thanks a million 🙏

[@sunsun3364]

that image diagram really help me mentally when im out shoooting!

[@blooduster9427]

Wow! Best 25 minutes I've spent on photography so far, your way of teaching is awesome, completely honest and without ego, I am going to watch this everyday till it's burnt in! thanks you so much.

[@kkryssykaykie]

Me too ✋️

[@ibrahimz]

The video’s title should have been “all what you need to know to start photography”! Simply, the best video on the topic.

[@TheLilly]

One of the few photographers who actually makes sense on this KZbin. All these others just be making noise. It's difficult to learn from them.

[@phatcrayonz]

The Lilly I agree

[@arunkkarthick]

One of the best beginners tutorials in youtube . The quality of the content is premium thanks

[@AshinTennessee]

Sean, I have watched countless videos on lighting, and I have to say you are the best teacher I've found on KZbin. I'm a visual learner, so I can watch videos 24 hours per day of someone simply talking about the numbers and settings and I'm still confused. The visual graphics you drew and demonstrated helped me so much! I actually think It clicked. I can't wait to go out and memorize my settings. I subscribed, and will now binge your channel. Thank you!

[@___echo___]

me too, now I just have to learn how to set my camera settings lmao

[@ianstewart8243]

What you talk about is such an important aspect of learning but so sadly lacking in a lot of educational texts and videos.

[@mikeyrussell1770]

I think this is actually the best video on the internet to understand the core concepts of photography

[@guidopitruzzello2858]

I feel like paying something after watching this, so much content and so well explained!

[@markandersson398]

Then give some money to charity

[@MIshaHaijtema]

Haha golden comment i have te same feeling

[@14zapatosnegros]

Wish i had watched this video 3 years ago, it basicly teaches all you need to know for most types of photography. The best video by far. Thank you mate.

[@seantuck]

Thank you.

[@aronjones]

FINALLY! You have no idea how many videos I've watched and articles I've read to get an understanding of how it all works together. This illustration explains it all. So helpful, thank you!

[@TheTucsonJeff]

Sooooo true!

[@jevgenijbalezin]

before getting into photography more seriously, most terrifying thing was "what if i will not be able to shoot manual?". but actually digging in for some time into manual mode it turned out, its not that difficult and its actually pleasure to have control especially doing art work. this video is perfect for those who want to learn shooting manual mode.

[@TheTucsonJeff]

So true!!

[@chuzzle72]

This is by far one of the better youtube tutorials out there to explain manual mode, visually focussed and in a language that is easy to understand so that it makes sense. Thanks Sean!

[@jimbobjohnson469]

I’m new to photography at age 65. I must say you just made it easier. thank you so much for that video.

[@denverllewellyn671]

Finally, someone who can teach photography in a simple, easy to understand way that makes perfect sense to me. Thank you Sean. You just shared with me the best advice ever. I am grateful! Cheers!

[@seantuck]

You’re very welcome

[@MIshaHaijtema]

3 years in as a freelance photographer. I know this stuff and always thinking and doing this. But the way this is explained is so good any one can understand. Best teacher ever hands down!

[@iamskipper]

You’re a genius Sean. No one has ever explained why M mode is so much fun with absolute control. 👍🏻

[@AlphaNinjaGaming7]

This man really knows how to break something down. I love this man

[@geoshock1]

Absolutely the best explanation of the use of manual exposure I have ever heard. Bravo.

[@alecdote]

Hey, Sean. I'm here to let you know how much admiration and regards I hold for you. It really impresses me how much effort you devote to the production of your videos. They are really well done, comprehensive in explanations, and most importantly, they derive from a considerably flexible point of view. You ensure to disclose your takes on a particular matter without being biased in the sense of persuading a viewer to what's "better" by leaving them blind towards other options. This only show that your aim is clarification, rather than proving a point. I truly treasure content creators like that, and you are a direct target of my appreciation. Thank you for doing what you do the way you do :)

[@seantuck]

Thanks mate:)

[@ssejllenrad561]

Just watched cause I wanted to see how different photographers discuss the exposure triangle to newbies. This is probably, for me atleast, the best "lecture" in explaining it here in KZbin.

[@Reggiebphoto]

Even for an experienced photographer, I enjoyed this explanation video of this fundamental photography concept!

[@roblebby3765]

Sean, this is the best, clearest, and most succinct explanation of the basics of exposure I have ever heard. You certainly have very clear communication skills and you know your subject extremely well. I appreciate your videos very much. Thank you!

[@hyewata18]

One of the " Not all heroes wear capes". Keep spreading knowledge. I'm a fan now.

[@DashingHeroes]

Fantastic. Ex Leica photographer from 30 years ago. Much simpler then the Zone system back then. This video would have saved me a chunk of time in field learning. Same rules apply as popping in Kodachrome 64 locked the ISO and you needed to work with DOF and SS, but your video was terrific in explaining these. Sending to the new crop of photographers around me.

[@DavidClarkDoes]

Happy one year anniversary to this video! I've watched it several times since it was published. Thanks for everything, Sean!

[@projbynoc6004]

confinement 2020 *** still one of the best, clearer and aesthetically pleasing video instruction on the famous Triangle! love your work sir.

[@leeaxon01]

I can't begin to explain how much this video has helped me level up MASSIVELY. Thank you so much.

[@riemervandebeek9944]

This channel is pure gold. When it comes to explaining things there is no better channel.

[@nancypeplau9747]

I’m new to photography and I’ve watched more than a few videos! This is the first one that makes sense to me! THANK YOU! You’re teaching the triangle was excellent! You will be the "little voice" in my head as I learn my new camera! I appreciate the time you took to make this video.

[@LIBICU812]

Be sure to watch his two videos called "Protecting your highlights" and "Protecting your shadows".

[@subrotomitra]

Indeed, thank you for your generosity, Sean ..the video itself is so delightfully visual..

[@yesbydefault]

Mine too. What a teacher and artist he is!

[@keeganpenney169]

I've seen a lot of teachers, sir your a magnificent illustrator and teacher.

[@ravishankarmantha2757]

The triangle just nails the entire tutorial...tx a ton man

[@dougnelson423]

This is hands down the best tutorial I have ever seen on "Manual" mode. Thanks so much Sean. Cheers!!

[@jimfryer]

As a professional photographer and tv camera assistant for over 45 years this is the best explanation of exposure there is. A must view for learning photography. Well done.

[@chriskaprys]

As usual, Mr. Tucker: superb. Your presence, your clarity, your encouragement. This is where I come to learn.

[@kevingutierrez5122]

This video puts together all the courses and books I've been reading for the past 2 months in just 25 minutes. Great video!👍🏼

[@MyLoRaVe]

Your teaching style is perfect for me, thank you for this! I love that you incorporated verbal explanations, diagrams and hands on examples.

[@Black_Jesus3005]

I started shooting over 2 years ago. Using aperture priority for the majority of that time. I recently started to shoot full manual to have more control. This video is the best I’ve come across so far. Thank you.

[@stephenmacneil5753]

Sean, you are the best. Very humble, but the best. I’ve learned more from you than anyone else. Thank you...

[@maryedwards3583]

OMG! Your explanation is so clear. You have just removed my fear of manual mode. It now makes total sense. Obviously needs practise, but keen to start. How refreshing to have found someone who explains things so simply and ungimmicky. Thank you for bothering to to do it. Much appreciated.

[@catmatism]

Your explanation of the exposure triangle is so good.

[@milkafox]

i watched many of vids about manual mode and how it works. your trianlge is nearly the best Explanation i ever seen.

[@mitcho8666]

this is a perfect explanation... i don't understand why anyone would dislike this video

[@serranopeppers8317]

I just bought a Sony A7IV and I can’t stress this enough, this is THE best video to watch if you’re starting to shoot in manual.

[@willfly111]

I am a semi pro and this is an amazing video for encouraging folks to move to manual. Great job.

[@david77826]

Spent my whole day trying to understand this until I got to your channel. I finally feel ready to start practicing, thanks for such a great explanation!!!

[@J90JAM]

This is _the_ video for learning manual, amazing effort Sean, I'm gonna have to subscribe.

[@teddyangelesreed2000]

The best simple explanation I ever watch, yes ! Even my grandchildren will learn photography so quick!

[@JanieP53]

Fantastic lesson!! I have been a photographer for 50 years and this was THE BEST explanation I have ever heard! You are a natural teacher!! Your explanation for the exposure triangle is very easy to follow. Thank You!!

[@disciple604]

Been shooting in Manual mode for a little while in an attempt to teach myself more about the triangle. This video cleared things up tremendously. Huge thanks for making this!

[@SkiwithMike]

Fantastic. Best explanation of the Exposure Triangle and the 'Why' of a particular shot I've seen. Many thanks

[@andres-d933]

One of the best explanation/ breakdown of exposure I’ve watched. Wish I had this years ago when I was learning the basics. Thank you for this

[@eplecor]

The best tutorial on KZbin. I will now be binging the rest of your videos. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@mackietrent]

The best ever exposure triangle video there is, hands down 🤙🏼.

[@SayfHussain]

You are a Legend. I never subcribe to anyone just watching one video. I subcribed to your channel watching the video maybe around 10min mark. Thats how much i appreciated your time. Thank you my Hero.

[@stix2210]

Just bought my first camera last week and have watched 100's of videos. This was by far the best explanation that ive seen!! Thanks Sean!! Im in Banff National Park and hope to get some good landscape shots!!

[@GT-dw6lx]

One of the best Photography vids I’ve ever watched

[@SuperKiwilime]

Sean is one of the few top photography communicators in the world! Thank you Sean...GREAT job!

[@djjstylz]

I'm on my second round of trying photography as a hobby and this video speaks more than any other video i've watched. Instantly made sense!

[@robertross8565]

This is by far the best video I have ever seen that explains the basics of photography in an easy-to-understand way. Sean, you have "nailed" it big time. The exposure triangle, the questions you need to ask yourself before taking a photo (DOF vs movement), how to set up your camera so you can dial in settings, and how to read a histogram are all laid out with great simplicity. So happy I came across your KZbin channel. Just subscribed.

[@sidvicious3129]

Sean, your shots are quite frankly, brilliant and your explanations for them even more so, keep up the great work. Watching you is like watching a genius at work, I love the high contrast nature of your shots. When Sean Tucker comes out with a new video, people take notice, my friend, you truly stand out from quite frankly and interesting crowd.

[@seantuck]

Thanks Sid:)

[@Heyyjeffrey]

THIS IS LITERALLY WHAT IVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR! Thank you!

[@freerbrand1958]

Best explanation on YT I’ve found so far. As a visual person, the drawing of the diagrams really helps!

[@me.my.son.and.i]

You're a natural teacher! Thank you for explaining in a language I could understand! I know this is a video I'll come back to watch more than once, to refresh my mind before heading out with my camera.

[@roryonabike5863]

Sean has done a good job in this video of making a dry subject interesting. My most important photographic tool - more important than what camera I'm using - is a Sekonic L-758DR, but I watched all the way through anyway. I like the video's approach, and some of the footage and photos bring to mind Roy DeCarava, one of my favourite photographers.

[@Rosinka06]

Wow!!! This is one of the most descriptive yet easy to understand guides to exposures and metering. Class!

[@RimantasLiubertas]

True, if this is the only one you saw.

[@dragonzoltan]

Thank you for setting the record straight, Sean: most people have massive misconceptions about modes, especially when it comes to M. When you say, at the beginning of the video, that you find manual settings faster to nail the correct exposure (i.e. correct = as you would like to see the image, not as an algorithm judges it), I thought, at last, somebody sets aside myths, snobbery, and - pardon my French - bullshit and knows what he's talking about. I agree, M is for getting full control over the image, and yes, practice makes you fast - just as it does in any other mode. Kudos, Sean!

[@brandondasher261]

I find that he is totally correct when it comes to manual actually being faster in many situations. I was doing some very fast paced street photography in tokyo (the light was perfect but I was with a group and had to keep up with them) and I think I may have had it set to Aperture priority for maybe a few shots. And found that I could actually get the exposure much quicker in manual. Because I did not have to play around with where I was metering the shot but just intuitively changed the exposure quite quickly TLDR I agree with this comment.

[@oladokunsunday3321]

This is the best explanation on exposure triangle I have ever come across. You really demystified the three musketeers of ISO, shutter speed, and aperture. Thank you very much.

[@peter_shadow7559]

25 minutes that pass very fast. I think it is the best video that explains the topic of the exposure so clearly. Excellent information and clear, clean and concise production, without jokes or narcissism.

[@chrislawrence8985]

Sean, this changed my photography permanently- thank you. I have shared to others because of how intuitively you put this together

[@powerforward1955]

Brilliantly done. Absolutely the best instruction regarding this topic on KZbin. Thank you for the better than college-level class. Be well.

[@justinw1563]

Thanks Sean! Even though I've been a photographer for years it is always nice to get refreshed with the basics sometimes and I find your videos so helpful and a great learning tool! Keep up the great work!

[@ossivaldo]

This was one of the best tutorials I have seen regarding how to photograph manually, kudos!

[@ItsTheBigHorse]

holy christ, as a complete novice (as in, ive owned a half decent camera for a beginner with no budget - second hand eos2000d for 4 days) I must have watched 20 tips and tricks for beginners videos and this has been the only one that has explained things in such a clear way that I now feel confident to go out and be comfortable shooting some decent videos. Thank you so much. subscribed!

[@1young-geezer]

Such an impressive educator, Sean. Thank you.

[@bcsmith2162]

Thank you for this. Best explanation of the exposure triangle I've seen.

[@marcovandenarend5115]

Woohoo, so easy!! Thanks for the trick to fix ISO and SS, play with AP. I tried it today and it is so much more convenient and more time to focus on composition!! Thanks for these easy tips, but non the less very helpfull! My style was auto iso, aperture fixed and play with SS. But problems as high auto iso etc. Your way is so much better!!!! Thanks again mate!

[@ilovewhatidoforyou]

This is the best explanation on these things that I’ve ever seen. I’m a visual learner and this made everything about exposure so much more understandable and simple. Thank you.

[@moisesarellano8963]

Here is one of the best videos explaining the basic concepts of photography. You are a natural teacher. Bravo!!

[@Forthejoyofphotography]

When one can draw it (visualise) and explain it. Then they have 'mastered' it. I would recommend anyone who is trying to understand these fundamental basics of photography to watch this. Then go out. Anywhere, everywhere. With or without a camera. Look at a scene. Think to themselves. If I were to photograph this. What story would I like it to tell? Think then what settings you would use to 'capture' what it is that YOU see. Think how, if you were to change any of the 3 elements of the exposure triangle, would it affect both the exposure and the story of the photograph. When you practice that enough. You too will have mastered it.

[@abhinav7506]

This is the simplest "camera basic" explanation i have come across on yt..... You're a good teacher. Thank you😊

[@missioncreekstyle3814]

Sean. This is your most valuable video. I've watched it several times now. I've made a lot more mistakes since I moved off of Auto mode, but I've made better photos with manual mode. By the way, none of my cars are Auto. My 1967 Datsun Bluebird 411 SSS is my favorite rear wheel drive car. I drive it frequently. It is also a subject for a lot of my photos. Cheers.

[@nimrod8045]

Hi. I'm new in photography and watched hundreds of videos on youtube, but this was far the most valuable one. Great explanation, short and simple. Thank you.