Here’s a useful way to think about the metering modes to help you better understand when to use them. Think of the metering modes like the shooting modes in your camera. Your camera has a full auto mode, semi auto or semi manual mode (aperture priority and shutter priority) and a full manual mode.

Likewise, you can categorize the metering modes in the same fashion: Read more »

In my previous tutorial, I showed you how you camera’s light meter works to determine the exposure settings (ISO, shutter speed, aperture) for a proper exposure. In this tutorial, we will look at how you can control the behavior of the light meter through your camera’s different metering modes. Read more »

In photography, as in any art, understanding how your tools work is important so that you may successfully bring your vision into reality.

In this tutorial, I will show you how your camera’s light meter works so that you have a better understanding of how it effects the exposure process. Read more »

This tutorial is a supplement to my Understanding Exposure in 7 Steps article and completes my series on the exposure triangle. I’ve saved aperture for last because it can be difficult to understand without having the proper basics down. So if you haven’t, please read my previous articles to get up to speed. Read more »