I noticed that there is a shutter speed dial. Is there a way to program the keys to get 1/2 stops instead of the dial, and what about aperture?
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You can use the arrow keys to two stops above or below the dial number. If you set it on 500, you can use the arrow keys to use 320, 400, 500, 640, and 800. Aperture is all done on the lens itself. You can choose automatic or manual focus and use the aperture ring.
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If you want keys instead of the classic dial, the X-E1 may not be the camera for you. The aperture dial is on the lens itself, like in many film cameras. You can set the function key if you prefer to use that for aperture adjustment instead.
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I don't have the camera in front of me right now, but I know you can chose aperature or shutter priority. You can also do a +-2 on exposure. I don't believe you can have full manual exposure control.
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I have no complaints. There is a mode setting for fast action which sets a relatively higher ISO speed and opens up the F stop to maximize the shutter speed. And of course, if you halfway depress the shutter, it virtually eliminates shutter lag.
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Use "A" on the mode dial. A stands for Aperture Preferred. Focus the camera on something, press the shutter half way down then release, and you will see the shutter speed and F stop through the view finder. Twist the main selector dial to change the shutter speed and F stop. Quit twisting when the aperture you want is shown. Start shooting. The F stop you selected will be used, that is why it is called Aperture Preferred mode. By the way, I suggest reading the manual that came with the camera; this and many other good questions you have will be answered. Then you will appreciate your camera more. Use "A" on the mode dial. A stands for Aperture Preferred. Focus the camera on something, press the shutter half way down then release, and you will see the shutter speed and F stop through the view finder. Twist the main selector dial to change the shutter speed and F stop. Quit twisting when the aperture you want is shown. Start shooting. The F stop you selected will be used, that is why it is called Aperture Preferred mode. By the way, I suggest reading the manual that came with the camera; this and many other good questions you have will be answered. Then you will appreciate... » Read More Use "A" on the mode dial. A stands for Aperture Preferred. Focus the camera on something, press the shutter half way down then release, and you will see the shutter speed and F stop through the view finder. Twist the main selector dial to change the shutter speed and F stop. Quit twisting when the aperture you want is shown. Start shooting. The F stop you selected will be used, that is why it is called Aperture Preferred mode. By the way, I suggest reading the manual that came with the camera; this and many other good questions you have will be answered. Then you will appreciate your camera more. « Show Less
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No manual mode, but it has: 1. P mode - you can control the ISO 2. A (aperture) mode - you can manually control the ISO, and aperture 3. Shutter speed - you can kind of control it by using Sport mode under SCN BTW: The TG-2's aperture is a FAKE as the actual "aperture" is ALWAYS wide open, but using two ND filters ( you can search the google for more info on this topic).
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I'd recommend using full manual or aperture priority, a semi-auto mode where you set the lens aperture based on your DOF needs and the camera then selects the proper shutter speed for you based on your ISO and aperture settings. That's pretty much the simple answer without having to go into exposure basics and the relationship between shutter speed, ISO, and aperture. Unless I need to make an ISO adjustment for whatever reason, I'm usually shooting at base ISO (never auto ISO), but that's just me. There is no electrical connection between the lens and camera, so you will need to set your aperture manually by rotating the lens ring. I'd recommend using full manual or aperture priority, a semi-auto mode where you set the lens aperture based on your DOF needs and the camera then selects the proper shutter speed for you based on your ISO and aperture settings. That's pretty much the simple answer without having to go into exposure basics and the relationship between shutter speed, ISO, and aperture. Unless I need to make an ISO adjustment for whatever reason, I'm usually shooting at base ISO (never auto ISO), but that's just me. There is no electrical connection between the lens and camera, so you will need to set your... » Read More I'd recommend using full manual or aperture priority, a semi-auto mode where you set the lens aperture based on your DOF needs and the camera then selects the proper shutter speed for you based on your ISO and aperture settings. That's pretty much the simple answer without having to go into exposure basics and the relationship between shutter speed, ISO, and aperture. Unless I need to make an ISO adjustment for whatever reason, I'm usually shooting at base ISO (never auto ISO), but that's just me. There is no electrical connection between the lens and camera, so you will need to set your aperture manually by rotating the lens ring. « Show Less
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yes, there is a setting called manual mode with shutter speed and aperture. Each setting shows directions for that setting or explains the setting on the screen. We have not begun to use all of the choices, so cannot say how well they work, but take into account that the camera is a $100 camera. We are getting decent pictures from a camera which I am willing to allow my children to try their hands at different settings and pictures, all with digital, so they can be printed or deleted. It is solid and easy to hold. and handle
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There is a shutter speed on all cameras generally the more expensive the camera the faster the shutter speed. You can set a delay after the initial shot so it doesn't just continue to fire away commonly called Time out. If you are wondering how this camera stacks up to others in the $100-$150 range I have 4 of the TK 40 I also have primos multire and wild game innovations and cameras and the TK 40 is my favorite. Of the 4 I have all work flawlessly and are my go to choice before more expensive cameras I own when I can't afford for the camera to mess up. Also my dad is near 60 yrs old and not tech savy at all and these are the only cameras he has mastery of.
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There are a couple different methods of snapping pictures, holding the button down, or simply pressing and releasing. In the correct settings for your lighting it's very fast, but in low light and very dark scenarios it can tak a second. Especially if the desired target is far away. In normal lighting in auto, the photos come quickly and if you are new to the camera, you can accidentally take sever pictures without realizing it. In other words, pretty damn fast, but for split second photos, you will still need to time it a little, it's not a dslr
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Yes, I must wait for about a second or two for the camera to reach focus. This is in the program [P] mode, or the Auto. Also, if I see a perfect picture, there is a noticeable time lapse between when I press the button and the shutter "releases" [electronically]. This means that on many occasions I have to take another picture and hope for better.
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Had to look this one up. Apparently it's related to the EV +/-2. I suppose that's a yes then? Aside from two efficient auto modes, the camera has a "Program Auto" mode, in which you can change the ISO, white balance, focus, and metering mode, as well as the that EV bit.
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No, see that blue little thing, and 6 circle indications ? You turn that to choose one of 6 stops . No exactly aperture number will show on camera screen. Fully manual focus, manual aperture control with 6 stops
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An FZ can be as simple or complex as you want it to be. Use IA and there is nothing necessary to adjust. Just open the flash when it tells you to. You can adjust the Exposure Value from "0" if you want. Move to the SCN modes as the next easiest step and just select the appropriate setting and press menu/set. These are all explained by pressing "display". The "dial modes" of portrait, action, landscape, etc. are the more advanced modes, where you will choose a version and have access to a specific "quick menu". Most adjustments in the dial modes will have no effect on the IA, except for Exposure Compensation, which "will" transfer. The dial modes are the easiest way to begin to learn the operation of the FZ and photographic principles. The PASM modes are for the "big kids". If you dont understand "exposure" , just stay away until you do. Every menu option must be activated or de-activated at the user's discretion. There is "no" automatic default setting in PASM. What you activate, stays activated. Most changes "lock in" within other modes. If you don't recognize the variation, you'll be lost. The first thing to learn is how to reset the camera. If you think you've "messed up", just open the menu and "reset" the entire camera to the default settings and start over again. The remote control for your TV is more complicated, it just doesn't take pictures.
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The 1.4 is the lowest aperture. This i not the place to right a full lesson on what aperture achieves (paragraphs my friend!), but there is plenty of that info available with minimal searching required.
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The S2 has a shutter speed priority mode where you manually set the shutter, and it selects the best aperture. Shutter speeds go up to 1/3200, so it's plenty fast enough.
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You can control it one of two ways, first there is an iris button I. The upper left that will switch the aperture as soon as yiu press it to what it thinks is the best setting, second you can press the fast forward button or rewind button on the camera to open or close the Aperture.
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Yes you can adjust the aperture. F/2.8 is the max you can go and it can be constant as you zoom in and out. but you can lower it to say F/8 etc.