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[/caption]A histogram is a small graphical representation of how evenly light is distributed in your image. On Samsung's higher-end point-and-shoot models, like the HZ15W and TL320, you can actually turn on the camera's histogram so that it gives you a real-time report on the current exposure of your image.
The extreme left side of a histogram represents the shadows, or the dark areas of your image. The right side of a histogram represents the highlights, or the bright areas of your image. If your histogram looks like it's more heavily weighted to the left side, then your photo may be underexposed or too dark. If your histogram looks as though it's more heavily weighted to the right, then you're your photo may be overexposed.
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[/caption]Here's how to turn on the LIVE histogram function on your Samsung HZ15W. The histogram function is available when using the HZ15W in its "P" (Program) or "M" (Manual) shooting mode. While in Program or Manual, press the display button on the back of the HZ15W, which is the top button of the camera's five-way mode dial. Pressing the display button will cycle through the various display options that the HZ15W offers while shooting. Select the option which displays all photographic information. This will allow you to see the live histogram as well as gridlines for employing the rule-of-thirds composition technique.
To take a great looking, properly exposed photo using the histogram, make sure to keep an eye on the graph and avoid scenarios where there are any sharp peaks on the left or right side. Try to compose your image so that your camera's
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histogram is as evenly distributed as possible.
With some practice, you'll get the hang of using the histogram function in no time and really develop an eye for properly exposed photos!
Visit www.samsung.com for more information on Samsung's full range of digital cameras.
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- Tip 3: The Rule of Thirds
- Tip 4: Locking the Focus and Tip 5: Be Candid and Spontaneous
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