Nikon D70 Manual page 48

The chart below shows the basic order for adjusting settings when taking
photographs. Before proceeding, be sure to read "Using Camera Menus"
( 39) for information on menu operations.
How will this photograph be used?
Image Quality and Size...........................................................
Optimizing Images .................................................................
The Shooting Menu ...............................................................
What lighting is available?
Sensitivity (ISO Equivalency)....................................................
White Balance........................................................................
Will this be a single photo, or a series of photos?
Choosing a Shooting Mode ...................................................
What is the subject, and how will I compose the photography?
Focus .....................................................................................
How important is background lighting to the photograph?
Exposure: Metering ................................................................
What is more important, shutter speed or aperture?
Exposure: Exposure Mode.......................................................
Is the subject very bright, very dark, or high contrast?
Exposure: Exposure Compensation .........................................
Exposure: Bracketing..............................................................
Will I need a fl ash?
Flash Photography .................................................................
Optional Accessories: Optional Speedlights ............................
How do I want to control the shutter?
Self-Timer Mode ....................................................................
Using a Remote Control .........................................................
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