Newbie to DSLR

[acherontia]

Originally Posted by Stinky Bob

Thanks for the advice Acher and Geoff

I err read the manual two weeks before the camera was delivered, I have since read it about another 4 times, unfortunately it doesnt offer any insight into the "mechanics" of photography but I suppose that will come with experimentation and experience.

So far I am most comfortable with A mode, where I control the aperture and the camera the shutter speed, this is probably because I read it in a magazine over the weekend in response to a readers enquiry .

I have noticed that the electronic analog exposure display in the viewfinder shows as being one third over exposed, should I set this back to Zero. Is this a numpty question

It's quite acceptable to use aperture priority for wildlife.
When our weather and light is changeable or you're intent on following a running animal or BIF it's probably the most successful method to use. It's an aid to rapid response! We aren't always quick enough to be manually changing the in camera readings when there's action going on!
Further to a previous post - on board metering isn't always as accurate as a light meter and it's sometimes necessary to 'suck it and see' - especially in a situation of high contrast.

Enjoy yersen! Next thing it'll be 'I want a new lens' and 'I want a new lighting system' if you're owt like me! LOL

You read the manual FOUR times!!!!! I'm gobsmacked......

Acher

[galanthus]

I read the manual for the very basics, then subscribed to a good photo mag, (getting a free camera bag with the deal ). Settled on Aperture priority as my preferred option and got out snapping snapping snapping. The beauty of DSLR is that you can take hundreds of pics with no extra cost, so give it a go.

[Tricia]

Thank you for posting this and for the information given in the responses. I too am new to SLR's and learning to use my Nikon D60. I found this thread very helpful. Thanks.