Photomode/Camera settings

[mikelangelo]

When you go out to shoot outdoors... what camera or mode will you normally shoot in?

For example, if you're out at a fair. Lot's of people, movement, some fast demonstrations. Sunny day. Might you work with Aperture priority? Shutter Speed Priority? Program Mode? All Manual?

I realize this is an almost impossible question to answer...but as I take more pictures... I'm starting to think about more and more about how I take pics. Program mode isn't enough. I'm trying to comprehend Aperture/Shutter speed priority to the point where I don't have to "think about" which I should use...

I adjust ISO and WB without too much thinking anymore... time to grow some more. Is there an online resource, book or something that goes into this for novice photographers?

Thanks.

[blinking8s+]

its really personal pref for many

i shoot on two modes depending on the situation at hand

i'm a big fan of aperture priority for many situations, but in no way do i let it control my exposures to an automatic degree...i use the command dial on my 20d to adjust the stops i wish to expose for, i find Av better for indoor and steady light situations wth minor shifts that I might miss stopping to expose for in M mode due to the situation i am shooting, such as basketball or baseball or large events with substantial light

but if its harsh lighting, i really need the blue sky, sillouette shots, concerts, long exposures, studio, and solid portraits i stick to manual, meter for what i need to and just leave it at that.

Id say I shoot about 69% Av and 30% manual leaving 1% for the drunken party nights i set it to P cause i have my flash on and am way too inebriated to change settings.

[Joe[y]+]

generally aperture priority for most situations. when i have plenty of time full manual - and sometimes if i'm at a party or out with friends then just old auto.

[mikelangelo]

Thanks for the insights, guys.