Learning Your Sony DSLR Camera

Course details

You can get consistently better photos and video, if you understand your gear. This course helps photographers get up to speed quickly with the essential features and controls of Sony DSLRs—functionality shared by every model from the Alpha 6000 to the 7R II. It’s appropriate for new users and those transferring to Sony from other camera brands. Explore the shooting modes that go beyond "auto," find out how to take photos and shoot 4K and HD video, and learn to adjust camera settings like ISO for specific situations, such as mixed lighting, fast movement, and low lighting levels. Instructor Rich Harrington also introduces the hardware and lens combinations that will help you achieve the best photos. Keep your camera close by while you watch to get the most from the course.

Learning objectives
Reducing camera shake
Using Autofocus and auto shooting modes
Changing IOS
Focusing manually
Shooting in Continuous (Burst) mode
Switching metering modes for better exposure control
Shooting panoramas
Cleaning your image sensor
Recording video
Sharing photos wirelessly

Concepts

Welcome

01 - Learn how to use a Sony mirrorless camera
02 - How to use this course
03 - Downloading your user manual

1. Sony Quick Start

04 - A guided tour - Buttons and controls
05 - Getting ready to shoot, part 1
06 - Getting ready to shoot, part 2
07 - Powering up a Sony camera
08 - Reducing camera shake
09 - Taking some shots in Auto mode and reviewing the images
10 - Taking pictures with scene modes

2. A Closer Look

11 - Setting essential camera menu settings
12 - Touring the viewfinder
13 - Shooting in Live View
14 - Using the Quick Navi screen
15 - Autofocus basics
16 - Lens controls and zoom functions
17 - Shooting with an attached flash
18 - Image review and playback
19 - Changing image format and size

3. Shooting in Programmed Auto Mode

20 - What is Program Auto mode
21 - Changing ISO
22 - Adjusting exposure compensation
23 - Using Flexible Program mode

4. Exploring Autofocus

24 - Understanding focus points and autofocus
25 - Choosing the Autofocus Selection mode
26 - Focusing manually

5. Understanding Shutter-Release Modes

27 - Shooting in Continuous (Burst) mode
28 - Silent shooting
29 - Using the self-timer
30 - Using a remote

6. Understanding Exposure Controls

31 - Understanding and switching between metering modes
32 - Exposure lock
33 - Aperture Priority mode
34 - Shutter Priority mode
35 - Manual mode
36 - Long-time exposures (BULB)
37 - DRO Auto HDR mode

7. Beyond the Basics

38 - Setting a custom white balance
39 - Using creative styles
40 - Using picture effects
41 - Highlight Tone Priority and Dynamic Range Optimizer
42 - Shooting panoramas
43 - Adjusting your LCD
44 - Cleaning your image sensor, part 1
45 - Customizing your camera menus
46 - More playback options

8. Working with Video and Your Sony Camera

47 - Adjusting movie record settings
48 - Choosing the right memory card for recording video
49 - Attaching an external microphone to the camera
50 - Recording movies
51 - Playback of movie files

9. Wireless Functions

52 - Connecting to Wi-Fi to share photos
53 - Using the Smart Remote or One Touch Remote

Conclusion

54 - Next steps