Cheat Cards Nikon D5300 1855mm

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PORTRAIT (DAYTIME · OUTDOORS)

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BABY PORTRAIT (DAYTIME · OUTDOORS)

BABY PORTRAIT (DAYTIME · INDOORS)

CHILD PORTRAIT (DAYTIME · OUTDOORS)

CHILD PORTRAIT (DAYTIME · INDOORS)

FAMILY / GROUP (DAYTIME · OUTDOORS)

FAMILY / GROUP (DAYTIME · INDOORS)

SPORTS / FAST ACTION (DAYTIME · OUTDOORS)

FOOD / PRODUCTS (DAYTIME · OUTDOORS)

FOOD / PRODUCTS (DAYTIME · INDOORS)

FLOWERS / PLANTS / NATURE

SUNSET / SUNRISE

LANDSCAPE / ARCHITECTURE

HDR (HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE)

INTERIORS / REAL ESTATE

FIREWORKS / LIGHTNING / LIGHT TRAILS

STARS / GALAXIES / NORTHERN LIGHTS

WATERFALL / STREAM / SMOOTH WATER

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Nikon D5300 + 18-55mm Lens

CAMERATIPS.COM/D5300

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INITIAL SETTINGS

SETUP ©MOOSE’S CAMERA TIPS



Set the Zoom (focal length) to 55mmEnable Manual Mode (rotate mode dial to M)Set the Aperture to f/5.6 (press +/- button & rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 100 (full sun) or 400 (shade/cloudy)On the lens, turn VR ON & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-SSet the AF-Area Mode to Single-Point AF

For nice even lighting, try to position the person/couple under some shade to avoid squinty eyes and harsh shadows. If you can’t �nd shade, position the subject so that the sun is hitting their back/shoulders at an angle while keeping the sun out of the frame of the shot.Aim the center focus point at the person/couple and take a test shot.If the face is too bright, rotate the command dial two clicks to the right. If the face is too dark, rotate the command dial two clicks to the left. Take another test shot and repeat Step 3 if needed.Aim the center focus point at the eyes, half-press the shutter button to lock focus and fully press to shoot.

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PORTRAIT DAYTIME OUTDOORS

INITIAL SETTINGS




PORTRAIT DAYTIME INDOORS

Set the Zoom (focal length) to 35mmEnable Manual Mode (rotate mode dial to M)Set the Aperture to f/5 (press +/- button & rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 1600 (midday) or 3200 (early morning/late afternoon)On the lens, turn VR ON & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-SSet the AF-Area Mode to Single-Point AF

Open all window shades/coverings and try to position the person/couple so that soft natural light is illuminating their face.Aim the center focus point at the person/couple and take a test shot.If the face is too bright, rotate the command dial two clicks to the right. If the face is too dark, rotate the command dial two clicks to the left. Take another test shot and repeat Step 3 if needed.Aim the center focus point at the subjects eyes, half-press the shutter button to lock focus and fully press to shoot.If the shutter speed drops below 1/100, then increase the ISO and/or position the subject near more natural light.

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BABY PORTRAIT DAYTIME OUTDOORS

Set the Zoom (focal length) to 55mmEnable Manual Mode (rotate mode dial to M)Set the Aperture to f/5.6 (press +/- button & rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 200 (full sun) or 800 (shade/cloudy)On the lens, turn VR ON & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-S & the AF-Area Mode to Single-Point AFSet the Release Mode to Continuous H (continuous high speed)

For nice even lighting, try to position the baby under some shade to avoid squinty eyes and harsh shadows. If you can’t �nd shade, position the baby so that the sun is hitting their back/shoulders at an angle while keeping the sun out of the frame of the shot.Aim the center focus point at the baby’s face and take a test shot.If the baby’s face is too bright, rotate the command dial two clicks to the right. If the baby’s face is too dark, rotate the command dial two clicks to the left. Take another test shot and repeat Step 3 if needed.Aim the center focus point at the baby’s eyes, half-press the shutter button to lock focus, then fully press and hold it down to �re o� a burst of images.

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BABY PORTRAIT DAYTIME INDOORS

Set the Zoom (focal length) to 35mmEnable Manual Mode (rotate mode dial to M)Set the Aperture to f/5 (press +/- button & rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 3200 (midday) or 6400 (early morning/late afternoon)On the lens, turn VR ON & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-S & the AF-Area Mode to Single-Point AFSet the Release Mode to Continuous H (continuous high speed)

Open all window shades/coverings and try to position the baby so that soft natural (indirect) light is illuminating their face.Aim the center focus point at the baby’s face and take a test shot.If the baby’s face is too bright, rotate the command dial two clicks to the right. If the baby’s face is too dark, rotate the command dial two clicks to the left. Take another test shot and repeat Step 3 if needed.Aim the center focus point at the baby’s eyes, half-press the shutter button to lock focus, then fully press and hold it down to �re o� a burst of images.If the shutter speed drops below 1/200, then increase the ISO and/or position the baby near more natural light.

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CHILD PORTRAIT DAYTIME OUTDOORS

Set the Zoom (focal length) to 55mmEnable Manual Mode (rotate mode dial to M)Set the Aperture to f/5.6 (press +/- button & rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 200 (full sun) or 800 (shade/cloudy)On the lens, turn VR ON & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-C & the AF-Area Mode to 3D-trackingSet the Release Mode to Continuous H (continuous high speed)

For nice even lighting, try to position the child under some shade to avoid squinty eyes and harsh shadows. If shooting in full sun, try to keep the sun out of the frame of the shot.Aim the center focus point at the child and take a test shot.If the child’s face is too bright, rotate the command dial two clicks to the right. If the child’s face is too dark, rotate the command dial two clicks to the left. Take another test shot and repeat Step 3 if needed.Half-press the shutter button to continuously focus on the child as they move through the frame. When ready, fully press the shutter and hold it down to �re o� a burst of images.If you notice subject blur, then increase the ISO.

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CHILD PORTRAIT DAYTIME INDOORS

Set the Zoom (focal length) to 35mmEnable Manual Mode (rotate mode dial to M)Set the Aperture to f/5 (press +/- button & rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 3200 (midday) or 6400 (early morning/late afternoon)On the lens, turn VR ON & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-C & the AF-Area Mode to 3D-trackingSet the Release Mode to Continuous H (continuous high speed)

Open all window shades/coverings and try to position the child so that soft natural (indirect) light is illuminating their face.Aim the center focus point at the child’s face and take a test shot.If the child’s face is too bright, rotate the command dial two clicks to the right. If the child’s face is too dark, rotate the command dial two clicks to the left. Take another test shot and repeat Step 3 if needed.Half-press the shutter button to continuously focus on the child as they move through the frame. When ready, fully press the shutter and hold it down to �re o� a burst of images.If the shutter speed drops below 1/200, then increase the ISO and/or position the child near more natural light.

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FAMILY / GROUP DAYTIME OUTDOORS

Set the Zoom (focal length) between 24-55mmEnable Manual Mode (rotate mode dial to M)Set the Aperture to f/5.6 (press +/- button & rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 100 (full sun) or 400 (shade/cloudy)On the lens, turn VR ON & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-SSet the AF-Area Mode to Single-Point AF

For nice even lighting, try to position the group under some shade to avoid squinty eyes and harsh shadows. If you can’t �nd shade, position the group so that the sun is hitting their back/shoulders at an angle while keeping the sun out of the frame of the shot.Aim the center focus point at the group and take a test shot.If the faces are too bright, rotate the command dial two clicks to the right. If the faces are too dark, rotate the command dial two clicks to the left. Take another test shot and repeat Step 3 if needed.Aim the center focus point at the person in the middle of the group, half-press the shutter button to lock focus and fully press to shoot.

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FAMILY / GROUP DAYTIME INDOORS

Set the Zoom (focal length) between 18-24mmEnable Manual Mode (rotate mode dial to M)Set the Aperture to f/4 (press +/- button & rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 1600 (midday) or 3200 (early morning/late afternoon)On the lens, turn VR ON & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-SSet the AF-Area Mode to Single-Point AF

Open all window shades/coverings and try to position the group so that soft natural (indirect) light is illuminating their faces.Aim the center focus point at the group and take a test shot.If the faces are too bright, rotate the command dial two clicks to the right. If the faces are too dark, rotate the command dial two clicks to the left. Take another test shot and repeat Step 3 if needed.Aim the center focus point at the person in the middle of the group, half-press the shutter button to lock focus and fully press to shoot.If the shutter speed drops below 1/100, then increase the ISO and/or position the group near more natural light.

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SPORTS / FAST ACTION DAYTIME OUTDOORS

Enable Shutter Priority (rotate mode dial to S)Set the Shutter Speed to 1/1000 (rotate the command dial)Enable Auto ISO (Menu ISO Sensitivity Settings Auto ISO ON)Set the Metering to MatrixOn the lens, turn VR ON and switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-C & the AF-Area Mode to Auto-Area AFSet the Release Mode to Continuous H (continuous high speed)

Half-press the shutter button to continuously focus on the subject as they move through the frame.When ready, fully press the shutter and hold it down to �re o� a burst of images. This will increase your odds of capturing a keeper.If you have trouble focusing, switch the AF-Area Mode to 3D-tracking AF and select the center focus point. Aim the center focus point at the subject, half-press the shutter button to focus continuously and fully press to shoot.If you notice subject blur, then increase the shutter speed to 1/1500.

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FOOD / PRODUCTS DAYTIME OUTDOORS

Set the Zoom (focal length) to 55mmEnable Manual Mode (rotate mode dial to M)Set the Aperture to f/5.6 (press +/- button & rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 100 (full sun) or 400 (shade/cloudy)On the lens, turn VR ON & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-SSet the AF-Area Mode to Single-Point AF

For nice even lighting, position the food/product under some shade to avoid bright highlights and harsh shadows. If there isn’t any shade nearby, use a white bed sheet, an umbrella or poster board to soften the sunlight and cast some shade over the food/product.Aim the center focus point at the food/product and take a test shot.If the food/product is too bright, rotate the command dial two clicks to the right. If the food/product is too dark, rotate the command dial two clicks to the left. Take another test shot and repeat Step 3 until the food/product is well lit.Aim the center focus point at the food/product, half-press the shutter button to lock focus and fully press to shoot.

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FOOD / PRODUCTS DAYTIME INDOORS

Set the Zoom (focal length) to 35mmEnable Manual Mode (rotate mode dial to M)Set the Aperture to f/5 (press +/- button & rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 800 (midday) or 1600 (early morning/late afternoon)On the lens, turn VR ON & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-SSet the AF-Area Mode to Single-Point AF

Open all window shades/coverings and try to position the food/product so that soft natural (indirect) light is illuminating it.Aim the center focus point at the food/product and take a test shot.If the food/product is too bright, rotate the command dial two clicks to the right. If the food/product is too dark, rotate the command dial two clicks to the left. Take another test shot and repeat Step 3 until the food/product is well lit.Aim the center focus point at the food/product, half-press the shutter button to lock focus and fully press to shoot.If the shutter speed drops below 1/60, then increase the ISO and/or position the food/product near more natural light.

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FLOWERS / PLANTS / NATURE

Set the Zoom (focal length) to 35mmEnable Aperture Priority (rotate mode dial to A)Set the Aperture to f/5 (rotate the command dial)Enable Auto ISO (Menu ISO Sensitivity Settings Auto ISO ON)Set the Metering to MatrixOn the lens, turn VR ON & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-S & the AF-Area Mode to Single-Point AF

For nice even lighting, try to photograph �owers and plants on a cloudy day. If shooting under full sun, look for subjects in the shade or shoot around sunrise/sunset.Aim the center focus point at the subject, half-press the shutter button to lock focus and fully press to shoot.If the intended subject is too dark or too bright, adjust the exposure compensation by pressing the +/- button and rotating the command dial at the same time. Rotate it to the right (- value) to darken the subject. Rotate it to the left (+ value) to brighten the subject.If you have trouble focusing on your subject, you’re probably within the minimum focusing distance. Back up a bit and re-focus.

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SUNSET / SUNRISE

Enable Aperture Priority (rotate mode dial to A)Set the Aperture to f/8 (rotate the command dial)Set the ISO to 100Set the Metering to MatrixOn the lens, turn VR OFF & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-S & the AF-Area Mode to Auto-Area AFSet the Release Mode to Self-timer & Self-timer Delay to 2 seconds

TRIPOD RECOMMENDED A tripod is recommended to prevent camera shake and to utilize lower ISO's for less image noise/grain.Aim the camera towards the sunset/sunrise and take a test shot.If the sky is too dark/bright, adjust the exposure compensation by pressing the +/- button and rotating the command dial. Rotate it to the right (- value) to darken and to the left (+ value) to brighten.Half-press the shutter button to lock focus, then fully press to start the self-timer. The timer will count down a few seconds before taking the shot, allowing you to get your hands o the camera.Use the HDR Cheat Card for an evenly lit sky and landscape.

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LANDSCAPE / ARCHITECTURE


TRIPOD RECOMMENDED A tripod is recommended to prevent camera shake and to utilize lower ISO's for less image noise/grain.For more dramatic light, try to shoot around sunrise or sunset.Aim the camera towards the scene and take a test shot.If the scene is too dark/bright, adjust the exposure compensation by pressing the +/- button and rotating the command dial. Rotate it to the right (- value) to darken and to the left (+ value) to brighten.Half-press the shutter button to lock focus, then fully press to start the self-timer. The timer will count down a few seconds before taking the shot, allowing you to get your hands o the camera.Use the HDR Cheat Card for an evenly lit sky and landscape.

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HDR HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE

Enable Aperture Priority (rotate mode dial to A)Set the Aperture to f/8 (rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 100Set the Metering to MatrixOn the lens, turn VR OFF & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-S & the AF-Area Mode to Auto-Area AFSet the Release Mode to Self-timer & Self-timer Delay to 2 seconds

TRIPOD RECOMMENDED A tripod is recommended to capture an identical set of images with the same alignment for HDR processing.Enable AE Bracketing (press the i button highlight Auto Bracketing [BKT] press OK select AE 2.0)Aim the camera towards the scene, half press the shutter button to lock focus and fully press to start the self-timer. The self-timer will count down and then �re o� three images of the same scene at varying levels of exposure (normal, overexposed and underexposed).Using HDR software (I recommend Photomatix or HDR Efex Pro), import the three photos and follow the on-screen instructions to process the set of images into a single HDR image.

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INTERIORS / REAL ESTATE

Enable Manual Mode (rotate mode dial to M)Set the Aperture to f/11 (press +/- button & rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 100On the lens, turn VR OFF & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-SSet the AF-Area Mode to Auto-Area AFSet the Release Mode to Self-timer & Self-timer Delay to 2 seconds

TRIPOD RECOMMENDED A tripod is recommended to prevent camera shake and to utilize lower ISO's for less image noise/grain.Try to schedule the shoot around sunrise or sunset for better lighting. Turn on all available lights, open window shades/coverings and use portable work lights with daylight bulbs to brighten dimly lit areas.Aim the camera towards the room/interior and take a test shot.If the interior is too bright, rotate the command dial two clicks to the right. If the interior is too dark, rotate the command dial two clicks to the left. Take another test shot and repeat Step 3 if needed.Fully press the shutter button to start the self-timer.If the windows are blown-out (too bright), use the HDR Cheat Card.

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FIREWORKS / LIGHTNING / LIGHT TRAILS

Enable Manual Mode (rotate mode dial to M)Set the Aperture to f/8 (press +/- button & rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 100On the lens, turn VR OFF & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-SSet the AF-Area Mode to Single-point AFSet the Release Mode to Self-timer & Self-timer Delay to 2 seconds

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1 TRIPOD REQUIRED A tripod is needed to eliminate blur.Aim the center focus point at a contrasty subject (moon or street light). Half-press the shutter button to focus, then switch the A/M button (on the lens) to M to lock focus for subsequent shots.Point the camera towards the action.Using the command dial, rotate it towards the left and select a shutter speed between 3-10 seconds for Fireworks and 10-30 seconds for Lightning and Light Trails.Fully press the shutter button to start the self-timer. The timer will count down a few seconds before taking the shot, allowing you to get your hands o the camera.

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STARS / GALAXIES / NORTHERN LIGHTS

Set the Zoom (focal length) to 18mmEnable Manual Mode (rotate mode dial to M)Set the Aperture to f/3.5 (press +/- button & rotate command dial)Set the ISO to 1600On the lens, turn VR OFF & switch A/M to ASet the Focus Mode to AF-S & the AF-Area Mode to Single-Point AFSet the Release Mode to Self-timer & Self-timer Delay to 2 seconds

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1 TRIPOD REQUIRED A tripod is required to prevent camera shake. Aim the center focus point at a contrasty subject (moon or street light). Half-press the shutter button to focus, then switch the A/M button (on the lens) to M to lock focus for subsequent shots.Point the camera towards the sky.Using the command dial, rotate it towards the left and select a shutter speed between 15-30 seconds.Fully press the shutter button to start the self-timer. The timer will count down a few seconds before taking the shot, allowing you to get your hands o the camera.If the light level is too dark, then raise the ISO to 3200.6

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WATERFALL / STREAM / SMOOTH WATER


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1 TRIPOD REQUIRED A tripod must be used to prevent camera shake and to utilize lower ISO's for less image noise/grain.Half-press the shutter button to lock focus, then fully press to start the self-timer. The timer will count down a few seconds before taking the shot, allowing you to get your hands o the camera.For smoother water, attach a Neutral Density (ND) �lter. I recommend using a very dark 10 stop 3.0 ND �lter. This will greatly reduce the amount of light coming through the lens, which will result in slower shutter speeds and silky smooth waterfalls/streams.

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QUICK REFERENCE

APERTURE PRIORITY: Rotate mode dial to A Rotate the command dial to the left for a lower aperture f/# and to the right for a higher aperture f/#SHUTTER PRIORITY: Rotate mode dial to S Rotate the command dial to the left for a slower shutter speed and to the right for a faster shutter speedMANUAL MODE: Rotate mode dial to M then... Adjust the Shutter Speed Rotate the command dial left or right Adjust the Aperture Press and hold the (+/-) button, then rotate the command dial left or right

ISO: Press & hold (Fn) button rotate command dial to select the ISOAUTO ISO: (Menu) button ISO Sensitivity Settings [Shooting Menu] (OK) Auto ISO Sensitivity Control (OK) ON (OK)METERING: ( i ) button highlight Metering (OK) select metering (OK)AF-AREA MODE: ( i ) button highlight AF-Area Mode (OK) select AF (OK)FOCUS MODE: ( i ) button highlight Focus Mode (OK) select focus (OK)CONTINUOUS H: (Release Mode) button Continuous H (OK)SELF-TIMER: (Release Mode) button Self-timer (OK)SELF-TIMER DELAY: (Menu) button Timers/AE lock [Custom Settings Menu] (OK) Self-timer (OK) Self-timer Delay (OK) select 2, 5, 10 or 20 seconds (OK)EXPOSURE COMPENSATION: Press & hold (+/-) button rotate command dial

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