The process of point-and-shoot and digital single-lens reflex camera photography is simple: Just point the camera then shoot.

Gone are the days when cameras has so many confusing dials that you don’t know what to touch first.

The generation of photographers who grew up in today’s digital world holds the belief that photography is easier than making painting and almost as a sheet of paper.

also referred as the "compacts"

It includes autofocus and other automatic functions and settings, and a built-in flash.

normal used for professional photography

bulkier, more complex to operate, expensive

Two Innovation in image capture helped make this belief fairly true:

controls are all automatic; AUTOFOCUS

single, permanent lens

lower resolution

compact; can easily slip into ones pocket

affordable; a lot cheaper

manual or automatic control option

removable, interchangeable lenses

higher resolution

bulkier

expensive

Photography became more popular when photographers no longer had to be personally responsible for processing their pictures.

basics of photography

Best ways to gain comprehension about the basics of photography is taking time to look over the camera’s user guide.

Photographer should be familiar with the following parts:

Transparent glass that can form the image of an object by focusing rays of light on it.

Camera’s sensitivity to light.

Regulates the length of time or exposure that light is allowed to fall on a digital camera sensor.

Controls the size of opening of the lens that allows light into the camera.

Area of the image that appears sharp.

Always ensure a steady camera before taking any shot.

A pleasing pictures has to do with composing or working on the frame.

The photographer’s technique involves camera placement, movement, focus and timing.

12 shots of photography

Observe how professional photographers do their craft, read photography books or visiting camera stores.