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Camera Buyer's Guide

via CreativeLive

Overview

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Our Camera Buyer's guide will be your guide to figuring out the best digital camera for your needs.

Gear expert John Greengo dives into the major brands and lenses that are currently on the market.

John breaks down some of the more confusing aspects of mirrorless and DSLR's from focusing systems to sensor size; you'll get a better understanding of what the gear does so you can make an informed decision.

At the end of the class, John gives his recommendations for different types of photographers from the aspiring student to the filmmaker and everyone in between. If you're looking to purchase a camera or gift one to a budding photographer in your life- this free course will be your guide in making the best purchase.

Syllabus

  • Class Introduction
  • Upgrading Pros & Cons
  • Top 10 Camera Purchasing Mistakes
  • What Are Your Camera Needs?
  • Camera Types
  • Sensor Size
  • Pixels
  • The Lens
  • The Viewfinder
  • Autofocus
  • Exposure
  • More Features
  • Camera Handling
  • Camera Purchasing
  • Camera Choices
  • Recommended Cameras

Taught by

John Greengo

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