Scribd
Upload
5 views

Camera Cheat Sheet

The document outlines various camera focus modes including AF-C for continuous focus, AF-S for single point focus, AF-A for automatic focus, and manual focus. It also describes camera exposure settings, modes like Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, and full manual, along with tips for shooting in low light and adjusting settings. Additionally, it provides ISO suggestions for different lighting conditions and explains the functionality of each focus mode in detail.

Uploaded by

poventim
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
5 views

Camera Cheat Sheet

The document outlines various camera focus modes including AF-C for continuous focus, AF-S for single point focus, AF-A for automatic focus, and manual focus. It also describes camera exposure settings, modes like Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, and full manual, along with tips for shooting in low light and adjusting settings. Additionally, it provides ISO suggestions for different lighting conditions and explains the functionality of each focus mode in detail.

Uploaded by

poventim
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 2

Focus Modes

AF-C Continuous Focus (Movement)

AF-S Single Point (Choose exact


position)

AF-A Automatic Autofocus (camera


decides)

Manual

Exposure +/- used to fine tune on


semi-auto preset

Aperture – hole in the lens

Camera Modes

P – Program Mode / Suggested


Starting Point

S – Shutter Priority – Choose


shutter speed, camera chooses
aperture

A – Aperture Priority – Auto Shutter


Speed

M – Full manual

Low Light

Use spot metering


Aperture Priority (auto ISO)
Continuous High Frame Rate

Raise ISO/Raise F Stop/ Aperture


Priority/ - Exposure

Early Morning Light


Self Timer / Exposure Delay Mode

Dark Picture – Active D-Lighting


High Dynamic Range

Slow Exposure

Lower ISO / Close Aperture as much


as possible / ND Filter / Adjust after
more contrast

Flash
Manual Exposure
White Balance – Flash
Low ISO
Black with NO flash
Adjusting
Manual (Scroll Wheel – Shutter Speed | FN+Scroll – ISO | +/- & Scroll – Aperture)
Aperture (Scroll Wheel – Aperture | +/-&Scroll – Exposure)
Shutter (Scroll Wheel – Shutter Speed | +/-&Scroll – Exposure)
Program

ISO Suggestions
100: Bright sunny day
200: Hazy or outdoor shade on a sunny day
400: Indoor lighting at night or cloudy conditions outside
800: Late night, low-light conditions or sporting arenas at night

AFA – this means Autofocus – Automatic and is the Nikon D3400’s default focus mode. This is probably the best focus mode to start off with if
you’re just getting to grips with focus modes for the first time. Basically what AF-A does is jump between the AF-S and AF-C modes.

AF-S – Autofocus – Single is what this is short for, and it locks the focus when you half-press the shutter button. AF-S is ideal for still subjects or
perhaps a portrait where you want to lock the focus on a subject’s eye, then recompose the shot.

AF-C – this is your continuous focusing mode, or Autofocus – Continuous. You’ll want to use this focus mode if you’re shooting anything that
moves, whether it’s your daughter’s soccer match or your dog racing after a ball.

MF – this is Manual Focus. This one intimidates a lot of new photographers, but it offers you total control over your focus. You might use
manual focus, for instance, if you were shooting a close-up of a flower – or any subject where you want to take your time for absolute
precision.

You might also like