
DSLR Camera Basics
You bought a DSLR camera, because it offers so much more control than a point and shoot camera. If you just put it in program mode and shoot away, then you may as well just use a point and shoot, because that is what you are doing. The purpose of this video is to teach you how your camera works and how to use all the different settings and options. Tim makes the best recomendations on shutter speeds, apertures, the right lenses and much more. This video will teach you what you need to get started using all the control and power that comes with a DSLR camera. When you know what you're doing, you will make better photographs right away. Tim Cooper has been travelling all over the world for several years, helping thousands of photographers hone their craft. As you watch, Tims' plain English style will cause you to understand how to use your camera and accessories. This fast loading DVD ROM contains over 4 hours of brand new sharp video. The advanced interface allows the user to instantly jump to any of the lessons with complete control over the playback including Full Screen.
Your Instructor

Tim Cooper began his career as a commercial and assignment photographer working with clients such as The North Face, Vasque boots, 3M and The International Heart Institute. His editorial and commercial photographs have appeared in Travel & Leisure, New York Times Magazine, Outdoor Photographer, Fly Rod & Reel, Northern Lights and Private Clubs as covers, advertising, art and editorial illustration. In addition to commercial work, Tim has also been involved with the Rocky Mountain School of Photography since 1993. He has taught workshops, classes, seminars, as well as held the position of Director of Education, Director of the Black and White Program and Director of Digital Imaging. Tim currently teaches various workshops, classes and seminars for the school in addition to consulting on both photographic and digital technologies. Tim is co-author of the book Complete PhotoshopCS3 for Digital Photographers.
Course Curriculum
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StartIntroduction (1:58)
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StartYour DSLR (6:45)
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StartThings to get started (23:25)
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StartLenses (18:30)
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StartFocusing your camera (12:47)
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StartExposure (24:51)
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StartShutter Speeds (27:18)
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StartApertures (25:10)
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StartExposure Problems (16:12)
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StartWhite Balance (27:52)
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StartFile formats (14:28)
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StartShooting Modes (25:57)
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StartPhotographic Composition (21:08)
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StartGoodbye (2:03)