PhotoRecipe

Scene-by-scene guide for DSLR and mirrorless cameras

How to use this guide

Choose a photo category using the tabs at the top of the screen.
Select the scene that best matches your situation.
Review the example photo, recommended settings, and tips in the panel that slides up from the bottom.
Adjust your camera using the recommended settings. Extra advice is included for kit lenses.
Use the “Find reference videos on YouTube” button at the bottom of a scene to find expert videos.
Tap the icon in the upper-right corner to switch between dark and light modes.

Disclaimer

The camera settings in this guide are general starting points. The best settings depend on conditions such as light and weather, and on your camera and lens. The app and its developer accept no responsibility for unintended results, missed photo opportunities, or equipment damage arising from use of these settings. Please photograph safely and courteously. All example photos are used under the Unsplash license.

Reference resources

Canon: Photography tips and techniques
Nikon: Photography techniques
Sony α: Photography basics and techniques
Fujifilm IRODORI: How to take photos
OM System (formerly Olympus): Photography tips and recipes
RICOH IMAGING「PHOTO LIFE」
PHOTOHITO: Photography techniques

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