Digital Cameras for Teachers
Menu Settings - Scene Modes
Scene Modes
To make the process of taking pictures under different conditions as easy as possible, manufacturers have included "Scene" modes. The scene knob, usually located on the top of the camera, controls the main modes in order to make them easily accessible:
The main knob on the top of the camera usually makes basic functions accessible. The camera icon usually means picture taking or automatic settings mode. A star or a moon usually means night shots - but be careful, hold the camera still during the slower shutter speeds this mode uses! Or use a tripod. Even low cost cameras may include a video mode. You can take short digital video clips that you can send via email. For farther shots, use the landscape mode. Portrait shots usually include a red-eye mode, where the flash goes off several times in order to close dilated eyes and avoid red reflections. Sports shots, or motion mode, uses fast shutter speeds and higher ISO in order to take pictures without delay. Manual Mode
Allows you to make all settings yourself.
Programmed Auto
Allows you to set the shutter speed and aperture settings yourself.
Shutter-Priority Auto
Allows you to choose the shutter speed. Use this mode to freeze a moving subject (fast shutter speed) or to allow blurring in motion.
Shutter Speed (Canon cameras)
Tv mode allows you to set the shutter speed.
Aperture Priority
Allows you to set the aperture. Large aperture makes the background out of focus, small aperture makes everything in focus.
Digital Cameras for Teachers
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