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CreativeLive

Canon EOS 80D Fast Start

via CreativeLive

Overview


We know what it’s like to dive right into taking pictures with your new camera. But dense technical manuals make for a terrible first date. Get the most out of your new Canon EOS 80D with this complete step-by-step walkthrough of the camera’s features.

Join expert photographer John Greengo for a fast-track introduction, and unlock your camera’s full potential. In this fast start class, you’ll learn:

  • How to use and customize the menus
  • How to understand and use the autofocus system for great photos
  • How to incorporate video into your shooting using the 80D’s advanced video capabilities.
John is a CreativeLive veteran instructor and an experienced photographer. He has extensive experience teaching the technical minutiae that makes any camera an effective tool: aperture, ISO, the Rule of Thirds, and the kinds of lenses you’ll need to suit your camera body. This fast start includes a complete breakdown of your camera’s exposure, focus, metering, video and more. John will also explain how to customize the Canon EOS 80D’s settings to work for your style of photography.

Syllabus

  • Class Overview
  • Photo Basics
  • Top Deck: Mode Dial
  • Top Deck: ISO
  • Top Deck: Autofocus
  • Top Deck: Flash & Focal Plane
  • Back Side: Viewfinder Display
  • Back Side: Live View & Movie Mode
  • Back Side: Auto Focus and Quick Menu
  • Left & Right Sides
  • Bottom & Front of Camera
  • Shooting Menu: Page 1
  • Shooting Menu: Page 2
  • Shooting Menu: Page 3
  • Shooting Menu: Page 4
  • Shooting Menu: Page 5
  • Shooting Menu: Page 6 & Secret Menu
  • Playback Menu
  • Setup Menu
  • Custom Functions Menu
  • My Menu
  • Camera Operation

Taught by

John Greengo

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