Camera Modes

Other Icons on a Camera	Icon
Timer: A timer allows a delay on your picture so it is possible for the photographer to be in the picture. Time delays range from 2 seconds to 10 seconds.
Continuous: In continuous mode you can take three pictures without delay.
Delete or Trash: If in preview or play mode you can delete your digital image on your digital camera.
Play or Review: It allows you to view you digital images.
USB(universal serial bus): This allows you to connect you camera to your PC.
Power Adapter: This allows you to power your camera through a wall socket.

Red eyes

Flash modes:
red-eye reduction	fill flash	flash off

Just like film cameras, digital cameras may cause red-eye when shooting inside with the flash. Red-eye is caused by the flash being close to the lens. Digital cameras offer a setting to reduce the appearance of red-eyes. Usually activated when an “eyeball” symbol is shown (see below). Even with this feature, you may still encounter red-eye. Fortunately, it is easy to correct for this before printing, when your bring the images to Carman's where you can remove red eye with our kiosk systems..

Digital zoom

Using a digital zoom will reduce image quality. We recommend using the optical zoom only, then cropping the image to your liking afterwards. This will result in better picture quality. Many cameras have the digital zoom turned “on” by default. This feature can usually be turned off, ask for assistance if needed.

Saving your settings

Most digital cameras return to the “default” settings when you turn them off. You may wish to shoot at settings other than these, especially for resolution. By going into the cameras option menu you can tell the camera to keep your preferences instead of resetting. You can always change them again at any time. Stop by and ask Fairview Photo Lab’s experts for help on this setting if you'd like help.

Avoiding shutter delay

Digital cameras have a slight delay from the time you press the button until the picture is actually taken. During this moment the camera is adjusting the focus, exposure and color balance. This may cause you to miss the exact shot you were hoping for. By framing up your subject and pressing the shutter button half way, right before you anticipate shooting, the camera will take its readings and shoot instantly when you fully depress the button. Ask us for more tips on using this technique.

Changing ISO settings

Many digital cameras allow you to change the “ISO” or sensitivity setting. Most models will default to a lower setting, usually 100. When shooting in low light try increasing the ISO to 400. This will record more of the existing light to possibly improve details in the shadow areas. We suggest experimenting, as every camera has different capabilities and results will vary.

Miscellaneous options

White Balance - For most situations keep this on “Auto”. If set incorrectly your photos will have either a yellow or blue cast.

Sharpness, contrast & saturation controls are available on some models. Except when experimenting, we suggest keeping these at the original settings. Changing these may effect your ability to get good photos.

Fun with your digital camera

Try making some Black & white or Sepia pictures to give your photos a classic look in black or brown tones.

Selective Colours

Sepia

Black & White