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The Art of Photography — Free Camera Settings Field Guide
A free practical guide from Nick D’Annunzio and WildLenz Fine Art.
Feel more at home with your camera.
Explore exposure, camera modes and composition through clear explanations, diagrams and original WildLenz photographs. This 21-page PDF includes practical settings starting points, a field checklist and quick-reference pages to print or save to your phone.
DOWNLOAD THE FREE FIELD GUIDE (PDF)
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Inside the guide
- Aperture, shutter speed, ISO and exposure stops
- Camera modes and exposure compensation
- Composition, framing and visual balance
- Starting settings for wildlife, landscapes, portraits and more
- A printable field checklist and quick references
Settings are starting points, not fixed rules. Adjust for the light, your equipment and the subject.
A quick reference for your camera bag
Prefer a compact version? Download the free two-page Photography Cheat Sheet.
WildLenz brings original wildlife, nature and travel photography from the field into your home.