Simple Digital Cameras

How to Operate a Simple Digital Camera

By Midnitewriter

Simple Digital Cameras

Not sure what all those intimidating buttons mean on your camera? Are you afraid you are going to push a button and accidentally delete a photo? Here’s a simple overview that can get you on your way to smoother digital camera operation. It can also help you get more comfortable using your digital camera

Manager your photos better. Power on your camera and look at the back of your digital camera. There are several buttons. Usually there is a menu button of some sort, a delete button and a mode button. There could also be a standalone arrow button. This is the button you want if you wish to review recent photos. Push it and see your last photo appear on the screen. Pushing the right arrow in the circle takes you to the most recent, and the left arrow to the least. Step2

When you find a photo you want to delete, make sure you are on it and push your “Delete” button. A confirmation message will appear to reduce the possibility you will accidentally delete a photo. Step3

While you are in the playback mode, the mode button will offer you choices such as a slideshow or thumbnail view while the top button can offer frames. If you have a zoom, you can also click this button to zoom in on the view. This will not affect the printout of the picture.

Step4

Pushing the menu button will give you a variety of choices such as recording, setup and other functions. Push the right button to advance and down button to select. Scroll to exit to leave the menu or just click “Menu” again. Be sure the proper boxes are checked, especially for features like anti-shake or red-eye reduction.

Step5

Usually it will start by blinking slower and then go to fast warning flashes just before it snaps the photo.

Step6

Make sure your batteries are charged or that you have fresh batteries if you are using disposable AA batteries, as these will be quickly used up. Step7

To add or remove a memory card, simply push gently on it and grasp with thumb and forefinger careful not to touch the metal part. If you are going on vacation, bring along at least two memory cards, a charger or an ample supply of batteries.

Step8

Charge your battery in its cradle or using the plugs provided, especially if you know you have an event coming.

Step9

If you want to use your camera as a video camera, make your selection first. Depending on the manufacturer, you may have to turn the dial to a video camera or select the choice from an on-screen menu.

Step10

If you want to add a special touch such as “night” or “scenery” photography, set the dial to that setting or set it up in the screen menu ahead of time (usually accessed by pushing “Menu”).

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Understand that the number of pictures you can take varies with your memory card. This information is often displayed in the screen when you are about to take a photo. Keep in mind video takes much more space than just pictures.

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