Camera Basics 4
Output & Redundancy
Understand file formats, data workflow, and shooting preparedness.
Format
Two hours (classroom instruction + guided camera exploration)
Focus
Understand file formats, data workflow, and shooting preparedness.
Overview
Camera Basics 3 – Output & Redundancy – is the third day of a four-part introduction to using your DSLR or mirrorless camera. Upon completion of the course, you’ll understand the most important controls on your camera and how to properly expose and capture photos, thus beginning your journey as a photography enthusiast.
Requirements
- Completion of Camera Basics 1, 2, and 3, or demonstrate an understanding  of exposure control, shooting modes, autofocus controls, focus area options, the focus-and-recompose technique, and metering and color asessment.
- You must own or have access to a DSLR or mirrorless camera to complete this course. Your camera must have the following features:
- Interchangeable lens
- Independently controllable aperture, shutter, and ISO settings and
- Manual, Auto, Shutter Priority and Aperture Priority shooting modes
Course format
Two hours of classroom instruction with Q&A and a guided exploration of your camera functions and capabilities.
What we’ll cover in this Day 3 class
- File formats: JPEG vs RAW (.CR3, .NEF, .ARW, etc.)
- Redundancy: dual card slots, spare gear, reliable workflows
- Intro to image import using Lightroom or equivalent software
- Best practices for folder structure and backups