Sometimes when we want to start photographing objects, we are often confused by what mode to be used for photographing. This confusion is common for novice photographers. Because each mode is used determines the result of picture. We will explain the function of each mode on the camera.
In any digital camera (DSLR, mirorlesscamera or other sophisticated compact cameras), on top of it has a circle like a wheel to determine what mode is used for taking pictures. This mode is usually denoted by the letter as: P, S (Tv), A (Av), and M.
Here we will give you some tips for using Mode that suit for your needs :
Program (P)
If you want to capture the moment quickly and do not want to be bothered with the settins, and do not want to use the pop-up lights. This mode is suitable. In this mode, we can choose the ISO and the camera will determine the aperture value and shutter speed. The difference between the Program mode with Auto mode is in Program mode we still have control over the camera, while in Auto mode the camera determines everything.
Shutter Priority (S atau Tv)
If you want to take pictures in activities that rapidly, for example sports. Where you have to freeze the action. This mode allows you to shoot with shutter speeds are very high (which is important you are photographing place bright light such as daylight), then your camera will automatically select a number diaphragms to provide the right exposure.
Aperture Priority (A atau Av)
This mode is suitable for you who want to do a portrait or landscape photography, because it gives you full control over depth of field ,because we can decrease or increase the aperture and let the camera calculates the shutter speed. You can choose whether the background tobe outside the focus (by choosing a lower diaphragm figures such as f / 4 or f / 2.8) or be the focus (select a number larger aperture such as f / 11 or higher).But whatever your choice, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed needed to make the picture fit.
Manual (M)
Manual mode is a mode where you set all its own, both in terms of shutter speed, aperture, etc., but this is where most professional photographers produce images that are very impressive. This mode is usually used in the studio. The manual mode is also useful when for example we photographed panorama, to make consistency. Panoramic images generated from a few photos were stitched, and aperture value and shutter speed should always be consistent so that the final results will be consistent panorama photos and not mottled dark.