How To Shoot in MANUAL Mode! | Photography 101

[@sawyerhartman]

Happy Sunday Everyone!! Today we cover one of the most confusing topics out there, but Ive tried to make it as simple as possible!! Did it make sense?? Do you think you will be able to attempt Manual Mode Now??

[@MattTechStudio]

sawyerhartman been using manual mode but the visual explanation makes it much more easier to understand. Would like a follow up using a low end camera or phone camera with you demonstrating using manual mode.

[@calmchaos658]

Thankkkkkk you! 👌🏼🙂

[@nickjack5009]

that was awesome. this vid was the only one that explained it properly! thankyou so much.

[@donnybrown6047]

Great explanation. Very well explained for beginners and intermediate photographers like myself. Always looking for great teaching that is easy to understand. Keep making these type of videos.

[@bahagventure631]

sawyerhartman thank you so much For this topic now i know hehe no more auto mode heeheh

[@Impossibly-Possible]

LOLOLOLOL I learned everything I need to know about my camera in 10 minutes and I took a semester long class and I didnt get what I got here in 10 minutes. Your explanation helped me and I am dyslexic so things are hard because I see and think of things different when you say higher or plus, to me I might think of that from another way and I think it should be lower or less but it means the same thing to me, its hard to explain. You fixed my brain on how I was thinking of aperture and Fstop not knowing that fstop is just the way they show aperture to you with numbers, I did not know that F stop numbers are what aperture is =) I am so happy I bought a flash and I am going to start taking pictures again and I might get a new lens. You made my day sir!

[@jamie_griffin]

This is the best explanation of manual mode I’ve ever watched.

[@sawyerhartman]

Hahahaha thank u Jamie!! I was very nervous lol

[@christaeans8132]

This was so helpful, I've watched so many of these trying to understand how these three components work together, but yours has been by far the easiest to understand. Thank you for playing out what to do when certain scenarios arise with something being too light or too dark. This made so much sense. Thank you.

[@ElliotScottDating]

easily best vid on the subject. Thank you

[@arenee2686]

Easily!! I am actually going to go for it now. His video made it less scary!

[@frankwu1713]

Already shooting manual now, but it doesnt hurt to watch more

[@dayrongil9777]

Best explained manual video on KZbin hands down

[@emmastrong7211]

I started photography about a month ago and I've been learning how to shoot in manual and I understand how aperture, shutter speed, and iso all work but I wasn't sure which order to adjust them in. This helped a lot, thanks!

[@emersongoss16]

I’ve been watching camera tutorials for a long time. I shoot wildlife , poorly because I’m lazy..... This is the best explanation of the basics of exposure I have seen. Thank you. Subbed

[@hurleygreen927]

Hey, hey! Revisiting this video after 3 years, and still enjoying how you take us back to Manual Mode basics! Hope all is well with you, keep those videos coming...

[@blameservices5002]

The best manual explanation video online no cap. Watching this all the way from South Africa. Big ups !

[@sc85photography75]

Im a beginner who has already started shooting in manual but this is the best video I have seen so far. I had difficulty with over exposing and under exposing when changing the shutter speed. The specific part where you mention about the exposure grid and keeping it in middle, is something I've not heard about before or even noticed on my camera. I tried adjusting the settings based on the exposure grid for different effects using a fan at home and it worked perfectly! Many other videos talk about shutter speed, aperature and ISO but no one I have comes across mentions the exposure grid! This maybe a basic bit of knowledge (im not sure) but as a beginner who is completely new to photography and manual shooting, this is a huge help! Im heading out now to put this into practice and get some (hopfully) great pics! Thanks!

[@andrewlomeli6734]

Finally someone who breaks it down piece by piece, just bought my canon rebel T7 yesterday and now I feel better using it from this video

[@DreamingBIGinHawaii]

Aloha from Hawaii Wow best advise to understand the triangle. You don’t just throw out terms. You break it down with examples and make shooting in “ manual mode” understandable. You take the anxiety out so I can “focus” on being creative!! Mahalo for keeping it simple!! Aloha nui loa

[@felinehermetica]

Great video, I'm starting to understand how these setting work. Such a complete difference in the quality of photos I can take now, compared to just two days ago.

[@g_orgewkush9439]

Out of all the videos I’ve seen this one explains it the best. None of the other videos said it’s just these 3 setting and you have to just balance them out.

[@MadMwaZel]

You're the first person--including photojournalist friends I've asked!--to explain that the three elements were interconnected, and that changing one necessarily means changing the others. So helpful! Thank you!

[@Shehannie]

"how do you want your image to look" is a major key. It's so fundamental! Very helpful! Thank you!

[@jamesmccallum2712]

I very rarely comment on videos however felt the need here. After watching 20-30 others recently this was by far the best. The first 5 minutes saw the penny drop for me and the way it was explained was simple and very effective. Thanks heaps mate.

[@powertuber4.068]

Without a doubt, the best youtube video on this subject, instantly understandable.

[@peterschumann661]

Men you nailed, This is one of the best explanation of manual mode I ever listened in youtube now i got it

[@georgemazzeo4180]

This is an excellent video on manual mode, with a nice recap of Aperture, Shutter Speed and ISO. I played this for my high school photo class.

[@confusedchild2561]

As a beginner taking a class in college this has helped sooo much! Thank You for your dedication on putting this video together.

[@artewithsanto2935]

very informative and clear. you are bang on when you said there are so many videos out there that are only more confusing than the other. Your presentation was perfect, and simplified everything. It just cleared the fog for me. This should be the best explanation on the manual mode by far.

[@MsVloggerific]

I've been shooting in manual mode for a while now and it completely changed the way I take photos! I wish you had made this video years ago when I first started because you explain it so well! Great video as always!

[@sawyerhartman]

Thanks Bethany!!! Cant wait to see what you create!

[@peterm.9672]

Dude, daswassup! You didn't even need to slow down. Or me rewind. Choice of words and graphics made it super clear. Thank you!

[@andrek1709]

I'm taking up photograph as a hobby and as a beginner with no experience, I think your explanation of manual mode was crystal clear compared to other videos on KZbin I've viewed on the topic. Thanks!

[@daqueen95]

This was like the best video explaining Manual settings that I've ever seen. Thank you. Like u actually understood.

[@humblecoffeejelly2593]

I got a cannon T7 as a gift so I am starting my photography journey & this video was extremely easy to grasp for a beginner so thank you!

[@armanb89]

Sawyer easily the best explanation of manual shooting. Best on KZbin!

[@caffeinatedleprechaun1648]

Thank you so much for this!!! I felt like you were speaking directly to me. I’ve been shooting semi-professionally for over 7 years...all automatically. My anxiety for learning manual has been a real problem. This video explained it like I’ve never heard.

[@peterstrathman5399]

Hey sawyer this video is awesome. You never need people watching you just need people to understand

[@sawyerhartman]

Just trying to help people who want help :)

[@kaliswift7355]

Thank you for this!! I have had so much trouble shooting in manual mode and this was the BEST video I have found!!

[@whytebearconcepts]

My first complex camera was a Yashica FX-1 in the late 1970's, I used it through High School and learned how to develop my own film. For the last 20 years I've dealt with point and shoot cameras that were OK, but I have always wanted to bet back to the way it was with that old camera.

[@dlbrenny]

This the only video on shooting in manual that has made any sense to me. Thank you so much!

[@loretta3031]

Husband got me Nikon dslr and I've watched several KZbin videos and this is the best one that actually explained manual mode.

[@jamesyoke3501]

I like how clearly you explained this. I have a hard time on this subject. I currently shoot with either program mode or apeture priority. Thank you for this video

[@captureallen8632]

I love photography but don't know a lot about the technical side of it. This is the most understandable explanation I have come across, and I've watched a lot of videos Thank soooooo much!!!! 🙏

[@emanuelmcgee182]

This answered so many of my questions in a very simple easy to follow way. Thank You!!

[@alexjackowski1329]

I took a class and learned this over 2 years ago! I wanted to get back in but just need a refresher! So thank you!! This was perfect

[@Robbbb18192]

Absolutely the best video about manual mode that I have ever seen, thank you!!!

[@WestCoastSavvy]

I've been trying to pick up photography lately. Took a couple classes in college so I understand the aperture and the shutter speed and how they affect the photo. BUT! Up until this point, I never thought of the ISO as a last resort. Rather than something as an equal balance between the three. THANK YOU.

[@donnabassett2631]

Thank you for this video. You broke everything down bit by bit instead of trying to explain the inter relation of them all.

[@joshuagrove5957]

Been shooting in manual for a while now, still wanted to come show the love ❤️ . . . Btw maybe a vid on skin tones next? Been struggling to get those right

[@sawyerhartman]

Yeah thats a great Idea Joshua!! Adding it to the list!

[@dazzathecameraman]

Who else noticed the jump cut at 2:52 ? Great video!

[@deviclifestyle9769]

THE BEST manual tutorial on KZbin 100% Cheers for that!

[@kurtdyer]

I watched all those confusing other videos you mention and, no question, this has been the absolute best. Now I understand! Thanks!

[@joshuasagar1423]

Great video! Just sent this to my future sister-in-law who is starting out in photography to give her another explanation after mine. If anyone starting out happens to read this, there are a couple more aspects to bokeh than just the aperture-- the focal length and background separation also plays a role. The longer the focal length and the further your subject is from the background will create more bokeh and give you that blown out background!

[@sawyerhartman]

Yessir!! I can do a whole video on lens compression

[@valnilan4455]

Always love your advice for photography!

[@GlitterBug]

Thank you so much for making this video! This is the most comprehensive "how to shoot in manual" guide I've seen on KZbin! You rock Sawyer!

[@sawyerhartman]

You are way too kind kayla

[@anthonyd3887]

that was the best summary for manual I've heard, fantastic!!

[@proximohitman]

Watching it in 2020 as a beginner who only loves Manual mode, this video has certainly helped me. Thanks for the informative video!

[@joetrips]

thank you for your effort in this video

[@Ngodsfavor1]

This was soooooooooooo helpful. I finally understand. Thank you for breaking it down.

[@nveras8175]

You’ve explained the 3 settings so easily and quickly! Awesome video!

[@MushieKat]

I havent been able to use manual since photojournalism in highschool, this was a perfect condensed version of important things I forgot!! So pumped to get the quality of images I want 🤗

[@sawyerhartman]

Really?!??! You were able to follow along ?!>!?! that makes me soooo happy to hear!!!

[@MushieKat]

@@sawyerhartman of course!! You explain things in a way that actually makes it stick in my head. 😁 Your photography information videos always help me learn so much!!

[@bellaford890]

this couldn't have come at a better time, just what I needed. thank you for the best tips from the photography god!

[@sawyerhartman]

Hahhahahha I got you bella xooxox

[@raeganwalsh8847]

You are literally THE BEST. Everything I have learned about photography has come from you!!

[@pictureeyecandy]

Nice video easy to understand and not so technical. One thing you didn't bring up is how the metering mode (EV, center weight, partial and spot metering) is set will also affect your exposure. @1:18 you say tick meter to zero is a "proper/correct" exposure, it is trying to expose a whole scene but try that when shooting Snow or a mostly dark scene is not really the "proper/correct" exposure because it is trying to view everything as 50% grey. Most of the time you want to be as close to zero or on zero, based on your taste and how you process the image!

[@marklevin3556]

Excellent video in the basics. I always like these easy-to-follow help videos. Thanks Sawyer.

[@tamilko1000]

Fantastic short clear and smart explanation which is very useful. Thanks mate

[@SandeepSandhu]

the part I liked the most in video is the examples, and lets try another one where we had to raise the ISO. Well Done. Nicely exlpained.

[@DeanHel1818]

Your examples actually finally clarified to me how to use that knowledge in practice - thank you!

[@jessicalarsen5968]

Thank you for this! This is the best explanation I've ever heard. You go into just enough detail where it's clear, without the extra confusing waffle.

[@keytopictures9474]

Great lesson on shooting in manual mode! Easy to understand!

[@BValor-xo4gi]

Omg thank you soo much bro! You really broke it down for me to understand how these 3 settings work! Like you said everyone else vids are mad confusing but thank you soo much and keep dropping knowledge! 🤞🏾

[@Fawaffles]

this guys is probably the best photography teacher for students who want to take photography major

[@Gooseberry1414]

Thanks for this simple yet super helpful video Sawyer! :)

[@keonaosbourne5283]

SO HELPFUL! I’ve been trying to get better at photography and have these images in my head that I want to capture but can never get it right! This video helped so much.

[@sawyerhartman]

Hope you know how to approach them now!

[@touremasters]

This has been one of the most helpful videos ive come across .. Thank You!

[@Danny_Tanner]

This is the best video I've seen on manual mode. This is exactly how I try and explain it to people. Good job on it. I'm going to start referring people here to get a better understanding 🙏🙏

[@sawyerhartman]

Thanks man!! That would be awesome!!

[@debbielosardo4347]

Very helpful. Really love the hints on shutter speed and when to use what. Thank you!

[@chris_mar]

Very helpful video man! I've watched tons of videos on these three important settings on a camera and this is definitely the most helpful one. Thank you!

[@Charlieday9800]

THIS WAS SOOOOO EASY TO LEARN !!! THANK YOU!!

[@zaee1G]

This helped so much I was using portrait mode for most of my still shots now I’m more comfortable with using (M )now that I understand

[@rajthelonelysoul]

Awesome explanation. Now I can try manual mode keeping your points in mind...Thank you

[@BeeEZ88]

SO HELPFUL! You broke it down to an elementary level. Thank you so much! I’m less intimidated by this mode now.

[@daksh5078]

You really explain pretty much!!!!

[@pedromoreida2799]

Finally found a video that made sense on KZbin! Thank you!

[@yilmadellelegnabebe4825]

Useful instruction and to the point in less than 10 minutes! Thanks!

[@amstonebrandingagency1106]

easiest explanation i have ever come across. thanks man

[@brendavaldez2493]

Thank you sooooo much. This definitely helped me understand. I felt for a long time that I will never understand the settings. Your examples helped so much. I even screenshot the shutter speed example. Thank you!

[@dukenukem5768]

Experienced user here - good explanation! @2:00 - wow, F0.95 lens, not many of those around.

[@RyanRaake]

Have always been a bit confused with camera settings this hes helped a lot!😊

[@michelleannholgado7603]

Thank you for this! Made me understand Aperture, Shutter Speed and ISO.

[@elvie5291]

This helps a lot!!!!! I appreciate the time you took to explain these: apperture, shutter, and ISO. Great job!

[@cooperwilcox3577]

Wow. This helped me so much I just got a camera and every KZbin video makes no sense at all. Thank you so so so much! Now I understand everything so much more.

[@colinmelhuish1254]

You achieved in laying it out straight. Thanks for posting.

[@naumanbalooshi4567]

Thanks a lot bro it cleared every tangled things in my mind. I cant believe u made it so simple for me. Appreciate it bro..🙏✌️✌️

[@iamlamb_2979]

Hands down the best explanation iv heard

[@miraldekotze163]

Thank you, Sawyer. You are a very good presenter and a very good teacher. Your video is super professional :)

[@buildingoklahoma3129]

Thanks Sawyer, That was good I know the feeling about how to explain after watching videos on here from others. They are somewhere beyond outer space explaining to everyone out here trying to figure it out

[@naomipatch2582]

Dude, you are awesome! This is the best.

[@hurleygreen927]

GREAT TUTORIAL! KEEP EM COMING!

[@phillipcspence1969]

thank you for the great video. I started in manual and refuse to even switch to auto. this video has helped me use manual even better

[@ElisabethStrale]

This was soo helpful!! Thank you

[@sootheemusic6621]

Best video i ever saw for the manual mode and lovely presentation👌👌👌👌

[@sherylwalpole390]

This is a brilliant video, perfectly explaining manual mode. I just need to get out there and practice, practice, practice! Thanks Sawyer!

[@kimgardner82]

best and clearest to understand video ive watched. i get it now thanks

[@lissettecarabello7979]

Amazing!! Thank you so much for the thorough explanation. This is the best I’ve seen out of tons of videos haha.