Here is what we will discuss at tonight's digital photo user group:
1. How to find information in the Manual
If your camera didn't come with a manual, it is likely on the disk that came with the camera. You may also download it from the manufacturer's website.
2. How to insert and remove the camera memory
3. How to set your camera on full auto mode – this is the setting that lets the camera do all of the thinking
It may be indicated by a green square, the letter "A" or the word AUTO.
4. Discover the purpose behind all of the other shooting modes (i.e. sports, scenery, low light, portrait)
Many photographers think if these modes as cheating. I think of them as the manufacturer's way of saving me a lot of time.
5. How to turn your LCD view finder on and off. This may not be possible if your camera doesn't have an optical view finder
6. How to change your flash settings (i.e. on, off, red eye)
Turn your flash on in the daytime to prevent contrasty shadows in portraits. Turn your flash off at night for that cool motion blur effect.
7. How to format and/or erase your card
8. How to take/view short movies with your camera
9. How to view your photos/change length of time photos appear after shooting
Most cameras let you change how long a photo appears after it has been shot. This allows you to quickly look at the screen after a shot is taken to make sure it meets your approval.
10. How to change system settings like time, date, preferred settings, etc
