Chapter 2 Challenges Formatting your card Even if you have already begun using your camera, make sure you are familiar with formatting the SD card. If you haven’t done so already, follow the directions given earlier in the chapter and format as prescribed (first make sure you save any images that you may have already taken). Then perform the format function every time you have downloaded or saved your images or use a new card.
Checking your firmware version Using the most up-to-date version of the camera firmware will ensure that your camera is functioning properly. Use the menu to find your current firmware version and then update as necessary using the steps listed in this chapter.
Exploring your image formats Take a look at all of the image formats in your menu settings and become familiar with what your options are. If you are not yet familiar with the RAW file format, take a few photos and try opening them up in the Canon software supplied with your camera.
Exploring your lens If you are using a zoom lens, spend a little time shooting with all of the different focal lengths, from the widest to the longest. See just how much of an angle you can cover with your widest lens setting. How much magnification will you be able to get from the telephoto setting? Try shooting the same subject with a variety of different focal lengths to note the differences in how the subject looks, and also the relationship between the subject and the other elements in the photo. Share your results with the book’s Flickr group! Join the group here: flickr.com/groups/canon60dfromsnapshotstogreatshots
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