Sony A6400 Tutorial - Aperture, Shutter Speed, Manual Mode, Bulb

In this beginner oriented Sony A6400 tutorial I will be going over the fundamentals of Exposure and from that venture into Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter Priority Mode, Manual Mode, and Bulb Mode.
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- Intro: 0:06
- Exposure Triangle: 0:42
- Aperture Priority Mode: 6:22
- Shutter Aperture Priority Mode: 11:33
- Manual Mode: 15:30
- Bulb Mode: 22:40
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[@noy203]

i just purchased an a6400. you have no idea how much this make me understand my camera more. thank you very much sir, this needs more views!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you :)

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yeah, same here :)

[@johnsteeves9570]

Thanx for positive review as its helping bew buyers

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[@alexgharf]

This is literally one of the best tutorials for understanding how to shoot in manual! I've been using the a6400 for over a year now in the full AUTO mode because it's great! But now I feel like I have a brand new camera! I just went outside and properly exposed a picture in manual mode and it feels great! Learning the exposure triangle has changed the way I plan to shoot! Thank you!!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much for the comments Alex and I'm really glad the video helped you expand your knowledge ;) Jay

[@TechAndTeslas]

I came here just looking for something to tell me how to change the shutter speed on my camera… left with a wayyy more complete understanding of how my camera works! Great video!

[@AntwaneCowen]

Stellar explanation and presentation for these concepts. Especially when you used the footage with the ruler to explain depth of field . . . Thanks so much for this!!!

[@smdani]

GREAT VIDEO!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you!!

[@MrBandgeeky]

This was EXTREMELY helpful! Thank you so much!

[@margaritadominguez2591]

OMG!!!!! your video helped me soo much to understand my new camera. I had seen ALOT of videos but none took the time to explain step by step and what each button did and how they would help. You are my life saver, as I am days away of soccer games and band competitions that I want to take pictures of my kids.

[@raintown1000]

most the tutorials ive seen just talked alot and had me frustrated hearing what they had for breakfast and how their day went and make it so hard rather then just saying exactly where its at instead of keeping me in suspense so i can watch a 30 min video when you covered it in seconds. thanks again

[@Jason_Hermann]

I really appreciate the kind words ;)

[@aristocratmusic]

Just got the a6400 as my first camera and I had NO IDEA what aperture, shutter speed, and ISO were doing, or how they interacted with each other. I now have a basic understanding of it all, thanks to this amazing tutorial! Thank you so much, man!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks for sharing!

[@zyban99]

The best explanation of the iso, aperture and shutter speed triangle I've seen. Thank you.

[@jillyj1169]

Finally!! The most straightforward review I've seen!! Just what I need. Thanks!

[@putukumel]

This is the easiest to understand review ever. No bullshit and straight to the point. Thank you. Subbed

[@aqtaii]

Best tutorial ever, thank you so much!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much for the comments and kind words! I'm really glad you found the tutorial helpful :)

[@ashwins1630]

Extremely useful video, well explained! I am saving this video to look into whenever i need. Thank you so much!

[@Finkelthusiast]

Absolutely fantastic video! I’ve seen pretty much watched every a6400 video on KZbin and yours is the most comprehensive and easy to understand. Going through the different scenarios was very helpful!

[@notalex43]

just purchased an a6400 recently and this was a really great breakdown since I'm just started getting into photography, thank you alot!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome, thank you!

[@tajbell8189]

Insanely helpful tutorial didn't understand any of that before this vid!!! Thanks!!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much :) I'm really glad to hear you learned a few things Taj ;)

[@RogerioTutti]

Thank you for the explanation, it helped a lot understanding the camera. That is the best video I have seen. All the best.

[@jozmjs8041]

Best video i had seen about this camera 👏🏻👏🏻

[@smithy1011]

Thank you so much you cleared up the whole issue I was having trying manual mode when I’d often get awful photos because I failed to realise my iso levels. I think I’ll stick to shooting in auto or aperture mode and once in a blue moon try the shutter mode for that water mode or traffic pic

[@marinafinger1177]

Thank you so much for this video it's the first one I've found that explains everything so simply. As a beginner this has helped so much. Appreciate ist :-) please continue with this amazing content 😁🫶

[@BrentonFreeman]

Awesome video! As an absolute beginner I really appreciate that you repeated the differences and relationships between aperture, ISO, and shutter speed over and over again. It really helped the information stick! Thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome, thank you! :)

[@henthur]

You’re a legend, man! Thank you so much for this!

[@DimmyV]

10min and has to be one of these best demonstrations. Thank you

[@kjuu]

Best tutorial out there. Thanks so much!!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you!!

[@aherntb]

This is an incredibly informative well put together tutorial. I came to this knowing nothing about Aperture, Shutter Speed & ISO and came way with a great foundation of knowledge. Just superb! Great work.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful and thanks for the kind words :)

[@martindimalanta6446]

You are a very good teacher. You were able to clearly explain the topic in a short amount of time! Thank you!

[@priyankabhor9291]

Thank you so much for making this video! It helped me quickly to understand the triangle and how it works!

[@ryanaries965]

i just bought a6400, as a beginner (read: auto mode camera guy), this video really helpful.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear and thank you for the kind comments :)

[@anthonyfilms]

Thank you so much Sir, this is one of the best tutorial about this camera now I have a better understanding .

[@Jason_Hermann]

You are very welcome Anthony and thank you very much for the kind comments :)

[@ToddPentney]

I keep coming back to this video over the years. So practical and well explained whenever i need a refresher. Just bought a Sigma 56mm f1.4 for a trip to Korea! I'm hoping to get some nice street photography shots.

[@tumerocamote]

Amazing video for a beginner like myself. Keep up the good work.

[@poepoat]

Hey man, new photographer here. Just wanted to say this was such a thorough and well explained video. You answered so many questions I had. Thank you so much. Amazing job breaking down how everything works together. Permanently bookmarked this.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome, thank you :)

[@stricklyvisions149]

in 24 minutes you've taught me more than my father ever has

[@Jason_Hermann]

Well I'm happy to hear my video helped you out and also sorry to hear about your father :(

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LMAOOOO!

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[@fabio.n4458]

thx for this video. had to watch it about four times to get everything and will definitely come back to it every now and then... just amazing demonstrations and great tutoring!

[@cowboyyoga]

A great video... really helped wrap with wrap my brain around these three important aspects! Thank you!

[@jaredweisblatt1116]

Best Tutorial for this camera, Thank you! I'd love to see more on this camera's functions and settings.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much and what kind of tutorial did you have in mind? Which functions and settings are you curious about to be specific?

[@marvelousondatrack8647]

@@Jason_Hermann Low light shooting. And the other mode. Like The "P" mode and the other SQ and the one next to it...thanks..🙏🏾🙌🏾

[@aliquandoinsanireiucundume9017]

This is the best tutorial I've seen so far. I used to know at least some of these things back in the 90s but after that have forgotten most of it. I recently bought an a6400 and now I'm learning again to use these features instead of the auto-mode. This video really pushed me a giant leap forward to the direction where I'm heading to. So enormous thank you for making this video and keep up the great work you're doing. I also had to subscribe to your channel as I most definitely want to see more of your stuff in the future.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much for the nice comments and I'm really glad you found the video helpful ;)

[@mohammedzaki4634]

Indeed

[@im_jason_hall]

agree!!!

[@tanjiegreen2913]

I agree!!!!

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Agree! 🙏🏽

[@aashish4750]

Absolute beauty of explanation

[@TheSquall1525]

Wow! That immediately made my pictures better! Lowering the ISO is such an important tip. The amount of noise that was reduced was astounding.

[@AbuYussuf]

Thank you very much, another beginner here. i am waiting for my Sony alpha 6400+ sigma 30mm f1.4 to arrive. Your tutorial greatly appreciated. Subbted for more too.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful and you are going to love that set-up!

[@naingaungphyo]

I have the same gear! I feel really good with that! kudos man!

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Same gear here too +3batt. This video is very helpful, thumbs up from north Africa 🇩🇿

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Same gear!!! 😀

[@Hugo-tk5ew]

I’m waiting for mine to arrive now. Also a beginner how’s it going with your photography brother ?

[@nkillz79]

Super video! I applauded for $5.00 👏👏

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much Nick :)

[@Bkmaschine]

Best video ever for my new a6400. You explained everything

[@amitchapke8890]

Very Informative Sir! I like how you're teaching basics instead of teaching settings. Would love more of such videos 🙌

[@rickwisephotography]

Enjoyed watching this video. I own an a7r2 and found some interesting points that I didn't know before. I have a question, in the video, there is a discussion about using manual mode and getting the speed, focal length, and ISO settings so the meter indicates zero. When I have done this, there and put the settings so I have a zero on the range indicater, there are Zebra stips running through a portion of the view which indicates overexposure. Should I adjust to remove Zebras or leave the level at zero? Hope this question is clear.

[@noorur]

I just got my camera less than an hour ago, gonna use your tutorials.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome! Best of luck and thanks for the comments!

[@creashinn1]

I just picked up the a6600 a month ago, and this was the best tutorial. Thank you so much!

[@sebastianconstantin5176]

omg, i need this, love the video, best vid about this cam i found, i have a dslr entry level, but its too big, sony A6400 is just perfect, i cant wait to get my hands on it. saved the vid and subscribed for more.

[@KyleLi]

Today I realized i'm an idiot, I spent a good 20 minutes searching for how to bind the left dial button to shutter speed when you can just change the shutter speed by ROTATING the dial...

[@Jason_Hermann]

lol, you are not an idiot Kyle ;) These things take time to figure out and when I first got a Sony camera I had no idea how to do it either!! I had the same issue when I reviewed the Leica D-Lux a while back. That camera you need to physically control to change values and I was baffled at first and needed to read the manual to figure it out. I was shocked how it worked, and was amazed I couldn't figure it out after I knew the answer. Thanks for the comments and have a great day ;)

[@JustAbe1020]

Yup. I was about to return this camera when I saw this comment. Now my camera is good lol thank you for this comment

[@chelliebusch6928]

Me too although that's how I found this video which was helpful.

[@TheDutch0011]

Dude, epic explanation, just starting trying to move out of auto as a beginner and loving trying out slow shutter shots. Awesome knowledge here. Thanks legend.

[@JaymesTara]

Amazingly helpful! Thank you so much.

[@rajathrjoshi]

Great explanation!! I’m new to Sony alpha and it helped me a lot

[@RogerCurran]

Great video, helpful to see how adjusting one variable impacts the others

[@v4nqz908]

The Best Video to explain people who are new to photography the 3 most important things. especially at the end with the examples

[@phakoo23]

Superb video, obviously has stood the test of time. Thanks in 2024

[@fight2race810]

Splendid Video. Thank you Jay

[@WhirlwindDrums]

A very detailed and informative video! Just bought an a6400 and wanted to understand all the primary functions to get the best images from the source. Thank you

[@anthonyagonz__]

Really great video. Your explanations and patience are very appreciated. Thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks for watching and the kind words Anthony ;) I really appreciate it! Jay

[@endriu19]

BEST tutorial on KZbin!

[@2020iMedia]

Thank you for taking the time to explain in detail about manual mode.

[@user-xv3tr8di9o]

thanks for this great video.. it helps me understand my camera better!

[@prarthanramesh3221]

Thank you for this video, learnt so much in just 24 minutes

[@peaplecreative]

Excellent video, best tutorial that I've seen. I normally shoot and edit video and for photography I have been stuck with auto and shutter priority for some time now...Thank you Jason for explaining everything..

[@SleepDemonSleepyPasta]

This is by far the most helpful video on this subject! 🙌🙌🙌

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad you think so :)

[@everydaytech5499]

Pretty good and clear explanation....thank you for the video

[@bullgates2368]

bro I'm new to filming and after watching dozens of videos I'm so happy I found this! This is the BEST video to teach newbies how to use these cameras properly! My videos are a million times better now thank you so much for this!! Liked and subbed!

[@kacsoac]

THANKS FOR MAKING THIS CONCEPTUAL VIDEO

[@cowboyyoga]

Second time to watch this video... and going to turn around tomorrow and watch it again. Everything you did here in this video really drives home some important points to photograph! Thank you so much! )))

[@rosemaryfengchannel]

Very useful video for beginner in videography I want more like this!

[@SuperMrgoodwrench]

Awesome video. One of the best tutorials I’ve seen so far and I’ve been at it for awhile now! Thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you Peter :)

[@nkillz79]

Amazing video, the last portion explaining how the three components come together with clear examples was so great. Thank you so much!

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@damienmartin4575]

This video really helped me understand the basics of photography and how to use my A6400. Thank you so much

[@Poland_vibe]

Thanks this tutorial is so much helpful ❤

[@michaelmatthews4168]

Nice one Jay. I found the exposure triangle particularly helpful. Thanks again!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful and thank you for the comments :)

[@SQ228]

Thank you so much for helping me understand, you're awesome Thank you Jason

[@LorenzoBogle]

Great video. Thanks for the help!

[@RJ100]

easily the best video on youtube explaining this. thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad you think so!

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Even tho it was 2 years ago, man, this video is timeless. Thanks for this. Subscribed.

[@MichaelTomasetti]

Just got this camera and been looking for a tutorial to walk me through the new features. Thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Hope you enjoy it Michael :)

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Great video. This helped me a lot 👌👏

[@mister2468]

greetings from the netherlands. you've have expanded my knowledge by milestones. it was direct and clear. you saved me an universe amount of time, thank you

[@Jason_Hermann]

Great to hear and thank you for the very nice comments :)

[@mitchelltorrence]

Dude, thank you so much. You eloquently helped me understand the difference between F Stop, shutter speed, and ISO. I was so confused for so long. Thank you!

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

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Great instructional video!

[@Riccotorres86]

Such great video for a newb like myself. Thank you for taking the time to put this together 🙏🏽

[@jeshuahone5095]

Great video! I found this extremely helpful! Thank you for sharing this.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful!

[@reahoodesign3847]

Awesome explanation ❤

[@sofiabanda4492]

You are THE BEST! Thank you for this video!!!!!

[@kevinheych]

This and Jason Vongs setup video(40mins) is literally the two best a6400 guides for me so far. Thanks for the video! Extremely helpful

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome, thank you Kevin :)

[@teamcantgetright633]

This was a great tutorial. definitely gonna watch it multiple times and keep practicing. loving my a6400 camera! hope to keep growing and getting better with it!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you for the kind comments and am really glad to hear the tutorial helped you out. I recommend playing along with the settings on your camera as you watch the video and pause it while you play with your camera. That will really help make sense of everything the fastest I think.

[@vladimirvayner6180]

Super! The best photography 101 course i have been seen ever!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Wow, thanks!

[@dhillonsavee]

Thanks, I watched different videos of different photographers but only understood by watching your video they could be best but explaining with example is best and thank-you .

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Legit best camera video I've seen on KZbin, thanks so much

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks!

[@hifilo]

So glad I found a video that explains the basics and how they relate to the a6400. Just bought the a6400 and I needed someone to show me the fundamentals and how they apply to my camera. Thanks for breaking it all down! I'm going to watch and re-watch many times. Great information here.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful!

[@arindampanda2905]

Thank you so much, i got this cam this week and i am a beginner.

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This video helped me sooooooo much. Thank you.

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This was so helpful!! Better in depth understanding 👍🏼

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful and thanks for the comments ;)

[@rhondasmith6848]

I love they way you explained this. I have been so confused, but not it all makes sense. Thank you very much!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you and I'm really glad the video helped you out ;) It can be very confusing at first, but once you see it explained visually like this it starts to all make sense...

[@thedefender8379]

I saw more then 10 videos about this camera today and this is the best one yet! Thank you

[@Jason_Hermann]

Wow, thanks!

[@naingaungphyo]

This is one of the best video explaining exposure triangle very well!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad you think so and thank you very much for the really nice comments :)