DSLR Competency

Know Them Basics:

Know the different types of DSLRs in the Equipment Room:

  1. Canon SL1
  2. Canon SL1-2 Lens Kit
  3. Canon SL2
  4. Canon SL2-2 Lens Kit
  5. Canon T31
  6. Nikon D3100
  7. Nikon D3500

Know the differences between + when/why you would need to adjust:

Aperture/F-Stop

Shutter Speed

ISO

Know the different camera modes + their functions:

Aperture Priority

Shutter Priority

Automatic Mode

Manual Mode

Answer some questions:

How do you change shooting format on the DSLRs?

How do you format the SD card on the DSLRs?

What does the term exposure mean in photography?

How do you change lens focus from auto to manual?

Show them skillz to get that badge:

No better way to learn then by taking pictures! Check out one of the DSLRs, go out into the world and practice. Take different picture in different modes and by changing aperture, shutter speed, and ISO to see for yourself how they work.

*Side note: Edit some of the photos you take on Lightroom and knock out the Lightroom badge too! Double wammy!