Learning to Use Mirrorless Cameras

Course details

If you understand your gear, then you can get consistently better photos and videos. In this course, learn about the technology that powers micro four-thirds format and other mirrorless cameras. Whether you're thinking about transitioning from a DSLR or point and shoot or have already made the jump, this course can help you understand the essential technology behind mirrorless shooting, as well as how to work with a mirrorless camera to capture striking images. Learn about lens options for mirrorless cameras, exposure controls, recording videos, and more. Plus, instructor Richard Harrington shares new ways of shooting to get great results. If you already have a mirrorless camera, keep it close by as you tune in to explore its many features and controls.

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Want to learn how to use a mirrorless camera
02 - How to use this course
03 - Downloading your user manual

1. Mirrorless and Micro Four Thirds Quick Start

04 - A guided tour - Common buttons and controls
05 - Getting ready to shoot
06 - Powering up your camera
07 - Reducing camera shake
08 - Taking some shots in Auto mode and reviewing the images
09 - Shooting in scene modes

2. The Technology behind Mirrorless Shooting

10 - Comparing DSLR and mirrorless cameras
11 - Manufacturers making mirrorless cameras
12 - Breaking down the acronyms - MILC, MFT
13 - Understanding sensor size
14 - The impact of a crop factor
15 - WYSIWYG shooting styles with electronic viewfinders and live view

3. Lens Options for Mirrorless Cameras

16 - The limitations of kit and budget lenses
17 - Working with prime lenses
18 - The rise of professional mirrorless lenses
19 - Using a teleconverter or extender to modify your lenses
20 - Lenses optimized for video shooting

4. Shooting in Programmed Auto Mode

21 - What is Program Auto mode
22 - Changing ISO
23 - Adjusting exposure compensation
24 - Using flexible program mode

5. Exploring Autofocus

25 - Understanding focus points and autofocus
26 - Choosing the autofocus selection mode
27 - Focusing manually

6. Understanding Shutter-Release Modes

28 - Shooting in continuous or burst mode
29 - Silent shooting
30 - Using the self-timer
31 - Using a remote

7. Understanding Exposure Controls

32 - Understanding and switching between metering modes
33 - Exposure lock
34 - Aperture Priority mode
35 - Shutter Priority mode
36 - Manual Exposure mode
37 - Long-exposure shooting (Bulb mode)
38 - Exposure bracketing
39 - HDR shooting

8. Beyond the Basics

40 - Setting a custom white balance
41 - Controlling your flash
42 - Using picture styles or creative effects
43 - Shooting panoramas
44 - Adjusting your LCD
45 - Cleaning your image sensor
46 - Customizing your camera menus

9. Working with Video and Your Mirrorless or MFT Camera

47 - Adjusting movie record settings
48 - Choosing the right memory card for recording video
49 - Attaching an external microphone to the camera
50 - Recording and viewing movies
51 - Shooting time-lapse movies

10. Advice When Choosing a Mirrorless Camera's Camera Body

52 - Setting your budget for your camera
53 - Paying attention to ergonomics
54 - Consider existing gear when choosing a system
55 - Openness of platform

Conclusion

56 - Goodbye