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DSLRs and Mirrorless Cameras for Beginners: Shooting Modes

Camera Modes

canon rebel dial

Three modes to know are manual, aperture priority, and shutter priority.

  • In manual mode, you control the aperture size and the shutter  speed. (Canon & Nikon: M)
  • In aperture priorty mode, you control the aperture size, and the camera chooses an appropriate shutter speed. (Canon: AV; Nikon: A)
  • In shutter priority mode, you control the shutter speed, and the camera chooses an appropriate aperture. (Canon:Tv; Nikon: S)