Some tips on using Canon DSLR cameras

To help you capture your EOS camera and all the great technology in it, we've put together 49 tips for using Canon DSLRs more effectively. From basic tools, such as shooting in raw format, through advanced keyboard shortcuts for convenience, you'll find everything you need to take snapshots, etc.

No matter what type of EOS camera you own, your DSLR is a sophisticated tool that combines both precise mechanical control and high-tech electronics - designed to help you get Beautiful photos regardless of the situation. Many Canon camera owners never make full use of their camera capabilities. However, like an iceberg, seven-eighths of the features of a DSLR camera remain invisible and unused! Some of this is due to inexperience of the user or unfamiliarity with the camera. This is what you need to know about using Canon DSLRs.

1. Select the RAW image setting

Your EOS DSLR offers a wide range of image quality options, but for the best results, you should leave the 'Raw' raw files. Raw images show the best tones - and allow more flexibility when editing with software. Almost raw files take up a lot more space on your memory card than jpg, you can take JPEG images if you're not sure.

2. Great resolution

Although you will most likely have to use raw images, there are times when it is possible with only high-quality JPEG options to reduce memory card usage compared to raw capture. The high quality JPEG option ‘Large’ when taking a series of continuous photos and your camera takes longer shots than raw.

3. Save space

The high quality JPEG Large ‘Large’ setting is also a handy option if you are short of space on the memory card because you forgot to bring a backup card.

4. Take advantage of the Live View view

Live View, where you see what the camera 'sees' on the rear LCD monitor, is found on all recent Canon EOS models, but this mode is off by default, but now A dedicated switch to activate this mode on the camera body.

This feature is useful for a wide range of subjects and allows you to use the LCD monitor to capture framing - especially useful when using a Canon camera on a tripod.

5. Adjusting Dioptre

See things more clearly when you shoot by adjusting the viewfinder to your view. Dioptre, a small thumb in the upper right corner of the viewfinder, allows you to adjust the optics inside. Turn it on while looking at the clarity of the numbers you see in the viewfinder, not the image itself.

6. Top light

If you have an EOS with an LCD screen on the top (like the Canon EOS 80D), this can be lit individually if you press the flashlight button at the top right of the screen.

7. Make sure you are saving photos

Set the ‘Shoot W / O Card’ option to Off. The On option allows the display of EOS in the store, but it is a liability when you buy the camera because it allows you to take photos without a memory card.

8. Correct regime

Note that you need to take pictures in P, Tv, Av, M or A-DEP mode of the camera to use Picture Styles.

9. Experiment with Picture Styles

Picture Styles offers many choices. Use gMonochrome to find out which topics are best for black and white conversion (although shooting in raw mode and images will still have color recorded).

By contrast, keeping colors will give you better results when you switch to black and white using photo editing software.

10. Customize Picture Styles

There are a range of Picture Styles, but you don't always have to use presets - you can customize them to fit each other. Saturation and contrast can be fine-tuned, while in Monochrome you can add traditional filtering or editing effects.

You may need to select Style from the Main Menu, instead of using the Style key, then press the Disp button. or information to access the different sliders.

11. Av mode

Av is a great comprehensive mode for taking creative photos. You set the aperture using the main dial and the camera sets the shutter speed, taking into account the metering and Exposure modes you have set.

12. Av gives speed

Av mode is also useful for setting specific shutter speeds because it allows for fine-tuning aperture. It's simple: if you want a faster shutter speed, you just need to turn the main keyboard until you see the number you want to appear in the viewfinder (achieved by widening the aperture). This mode is much more flexible than the similar Tv option - where you set the shutter speed, and the camera sets the aperture.

13. How often is the exposure level?

If the subject is mostly black, the camera will tend to manually jump overexposure, so use a negative setting. For white or bright subjects, set the exposure level to +1 or +2 to balance it.

14. Other measurement modes

The other two measurement modes to try with your camera are rating and Center-Weight. The rating is quite clever, but not mistaken, while the weighted center may be easier to predict and adjust.

15. Focus lock

One of the most handy DSLR features, Focus Lock is autofocus (AF) to focus on a specific part of the scene. Access it using One-Shot AF mode, then lightly press the shutter button to autofocus system - then it will lock when it returns to the target. Keep your finger half-pressed down and rearrange your shooting angle, then press the button to capture.

16. Tip A-DEP

A-DEP can only use AF points that it can immediately read. Check if it is in use. Keep half active until it uses all the focus points you require.

17. Get darker

Use normal Exposure with the flash to darken the background - ideal for a dimly lit background in mind with brightly colored backdrops. Set Exposure Compensation to around -1 and see what the photos look like.

18. Exposure Flash Exposure

The flash can sometimes be overwhelming when fired. Set the Flash Exposure to a negative number (-1) for a more subtle effect. If the flash does not target your subject, try reversing.

19. Slideshows

Did you know your EOS camera will play back all the images on your card as an automatic slideshow? Find the AutoPlay option in the menu on your camera, then press Set. It is even more interesting when you connect the camera to the TV with the adapter included in your EOS box.

20. Auto Lighting Optimizer

Useful exposure adjustment The Custom function automatically adjusts the contrast of images and shadow details. Especially good when creating low-contrast scenes that look smoother. The Optimized Auto Lighting Kit can also brighten faces in backlit portraits and detect when flash photographer photos are poorly lit.

21. Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)

AEB allows you to take a set of three photos, all at different exposures. You can then choose the best, or combine the best bits on your computer. When you are shooting in RAW, make sure that each photo is at least one ‘stop’ apart.

22. Advanced AEB

You can use AEB in low light conditions combined with Exposure. For example, for snow scenes, set Exposure Compensation to +1, then use AEB to take a set of three photos with +2, +1 and 0 stops.

23. Lock your photo

To protect your photos, find the Image Protection option, then scroll through your images and click Place on each photo you want to Lock. This will prevent them from being deleted with the Delete All command (but not the Format command, so be careful).

24. Date and time: Don't forget to make sure you have the right date and time for the setup. This makes it easy to follow when taking photos when rearranging them later.

There are many more tips, today I will share here, see you in the following topics.

Thank you for reading.

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