135 camera photography

Author: (Australia) Cobitt
Translator: Zhang Minghua
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2001-08-01
Features: "135 Camera Photography" is very easy to understand. You will learn the basic knowledge of photography from it, and it will also help you improve your photography skills, enabling you to take satisfying photos in different places and at different times—from family vacations to gatherings with friends, you can capture these beautiful moments. It is a summary of a veteran photographer's 40 years of practical experience. "135 Camera Photography" is very easy to understand. You will learn the basic knowledge of photography from it, and it will also help you improve your photography skills, enabling you to take satisfying photos in different places and at different times—from family vacations to gatherings with friends, you can capture these beautiful moments. "135 Camera Photography" uses a large amount of useful information, photos, and illustrations to make it easy to understand, and its content basically covers all the knowledge needed to take a good photo.
● Cameras: From simple point-and-shoot cameras to complex single-lens reflex cameras, and how to choose the right camera for yourself.
● Lenses: Introduces different types of lenses and their uses.
● Film: How to choose the right film under different conditions—black and white or color, fast or slow-speed film, reversal or negative film.
● Photography Accessories: Introduces various accessories that may be useful with your camera.
● Troubleshooting: Practical solutions when problems arise.
● Correct Exposure: Detailed instructions on controlling exposure settings beyond automatic exposure.
● Flash Photography: How to use the flash (whether built-in or external) to achieve better results.
● Light: How to use lighting techniques to make your photos more vivid.
● Composition and Perspective: Basic composition principles help you create more eye-catching photos.
Excerpt: Points to Note for Point-and-Shoot Cameras
1. Variable focal length lens. Since 99% of point-and-shoot cameras have fixed lenses (with various models that cannot be moved or replaced), you need a camera with a variable focal length lens. The focal length of the lens may vary depending on the model, but it can range from 30mm to 90mm, or even slightly larger (140mm is also feasible).
2. If your point-and-shoot camera has an integrated flash, check if it has a "red-eye" prevention function.
3. It is necessary for all warning indicators (flash, underexposure, etc.) to be located inside the viewfinder, so you don’t have to take your eyes off the subject to notice any issues.
4. The camera’s mode selector switch is also very useful. The mode selector switch has 4 or 5 common modes, including:
● Full Auto Mode: In this mode, the camera is fully automated, calculating exposure and focus, and can flash automatically if necessary.
● Flash On Mode: The flash will activate regardless of lighting conditions, which is very convenient for providing additional light in "fill flash" situations.
● Flash Off Mode: The flash will be turned off regardless of lighting conditions, which helps you take a "long exposure" photo.
● Self-Timer Mode: Sets a delay between pressing the shutter and taking the photo (usually 10 seconds), allowing you to take a self-portrait during that time.
5. If the camera has an exposure compensation feature, it will be even more convenient to take photos in low-light conditions.
Advantages of Point-and-Shoot Cameras
1. Point-and-shoot cameras are easy to carry around.
2. Most advanced point-and-shoot cameras, whether fully automatic or nearly fully automatic, can take photos very easily—most of the time, you just hold the camera, aim at the subject, and press the shutter.
3. Since the flash is almost always built-in, you don’t need to buy one separately, although this also has a drawback, which we will discuss later.
4. Additionally, point-and-shoot cameras are relatively affordable, generally starting at around $150.