Basics

Photofacts often assumes some basic knowledge, and that is not always a safe assumption. This is where you find the fundamentals.

4 articles in this category, newest first.

Seek Out Difficult Lighting Conditions

Seek Out Difficult Lighting Conditions

| Nando Harmsen | 1,429 views | 5 comments

Correct exposure is important. It is also something many photographers feel very unsure about. One way to really practise setting the correct exposure is to seek out difficult lighting conditions.

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What is Nikon's exposure delay mode for?

What is Nikon's exposure delay mode for?

| Nando Harmsen | 1,626 views | 12 comments

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The Light Meter, How Do You Read It?

The Light Meter, How Do You Read It?

| Frank Doorhof | 4,251 views | 15 comments

A light meter is a tool for measuring your light. Some photographers think it is something from the past. Others do not 'need' one. And some people never use one. I am a big fan. In this article, I explain why and how to read a light meter.

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5 Beginner Tips for Better Photos

5 Beginner Tips for Better Photos

| Nando Harmsen | 4,636 views | 11 comments

There are several things you need to consider when taking good photos. Camera controls, exposure, composition, editing and so on. It is easy to take the wrong path, leading to disappointing results. If you are starting out in photography, keep these tips in mind.

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Elja Trum

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Would you like to take better photos and keep up with what is happening in photography? Photofacts publishes articles that teach you something about photography — from a product announcement to a practical shooting tip or a look at a website. Photofacts covers photography every day and is a hobby project of Elja Trum's that got out of hand. The articles are written by a team of volunteer authors. If you would enjoy writing one or more articles for Photofacts, do get in touch.More about Photofacts

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