The Kenningtons

Digital Cameras for Teachers

Taking Photos

Why are my pictures blurry ~ overexposed ~ underexposed ~ not even there?

Your new digital camera was advertised as "point and shoot," but you're finding that your promised pictures are too often blurry, and often underexposed when they're not overexposed. Or, if you like taking candid action shots, you've missed the shot entirely. This didn't happen with your 35 mm camera. What's going on?

Although using a digital camera can be an heady experience, a few pointers might make the pictures better. Follow the links below to find out how understanding your camera's inner workings can improve your picture taking.

LCD Screens and Viewfinders

Memory Card Requirements

Light Requirements

Composing Your Shots

Autoexposure and Shutter Lag

Keeping Your Pictures Sharp: Causes of Blurriness

Digital Cameras for Teachers

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