Insights & Techniques

Nikon offers you both basic and advanced
photography techniques to assist you in
developing your photographic skills. Learn
the basics of composing an image and
using depth of field as well as more
advanced techniques like light painting,
creative use of white balance and color
settings. You’ll find these photographic
techniques and more in this section.

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Light on the Subject
The subject of your photograph isn't what you think.
Why Carry a Zoom Lens?
Sometimes using a Zoom-NIKKOR lens is convenient, and sometimes it's a necessity.
Learning to Use the Histogram
The histogram is a useful tool that analyses tonal range and helps in creating a well-lit image.
Still Waters
Getting that "silky" look when photographing moving water isn't difficult and makes for a beautiful image.
Setting White Balance
How do I set my camera’s white balance for different lighting situations?
Getting the "Cool" Look
My daughter, Kiara, wanted some pictures of herself with her new guitar. She was looking for some “cool pictures that showed off...

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Fundamentals of Photography

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Light on the Subject
The subject of your photograph isn't what you think.
Learning to Use the Histogram
The histogram is a useful tool that analyses tonal range and helps in creating a well-lit image.
A Basic Look at the Basics of Exposure
The relationship between aperture, shutter speed and ISO is the basis of every photograph. Reed Hoffmann explains this important...
Composing Better Images
No matter what your subject, good composition is the first step toward an image of which you can be proud.
Creative Use of Depth of Field
Control of depth-of-field is one of the most creative tools photographers have. But what exactly is depth-of-field?
Fine Focus: Choosing and Using AF Modes
Reed Hoffmann takes the mystery out of autofocus options.

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Shooting Techniques

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Why Carry a Zoom Lens?
Sometimes using a Zoom-NIKKOR lens is convenient, and sometimes it's a necessity.
Still Waters
Getting that "silky" look when photographing moving water isn't difficult and makes for a beautiful image.
Setting White Balance
How do I set my camera’s white balance for different lighting situations?
Photographing Patterns with Mark Alberhasky
When you start looking for patterns in nature and the world in general, you can come up with some interesting photos.
Photographing Special Moments with Mark Alberhasky
When the special moment you want to photograph may be here and gone in an instance, being familiar with your gear is essential.
Photographing Themes with Mark Alberhasky
Looking for a central theme when shooting photos can make for some interesting end results.

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Image Editing

Getting the "Cool" Look
My daughter, Kiara, wanted some pictures of herself with her new guitar. She was looking for some “cool pictures that showed off...
Capture NX 2 in 90 Seconds Volume 1
This 90-seond Capture NX 2 tutorial demonstrates how to bring light into the shadowy areas of an image.
Capture NX 2 in 90 Seconds Volume 2
This 90-seond Capture NX 2 tutorial demonstrates how to use the auto retouch brush to remove unwanted objects from an image.
Capture NX 2 in 90 Seconds Volume 3
This 90-seond Capture NX 2 tutorial demonstrates how to use saturation, contrast and distortion control.