Beginner tips for photographing kids with a Canon A620
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I'm new to photography and want to take better personal photos, especially of kids, using a Canon A620. What camera settings or shooting modes should I start with, and what basic things should I keep in mind when taking the photos? I’d also appreciate beginner-friendly editing software suggestions.
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To take photos I would suggest putting your camera into the "Kids and Pets" custom mode. This should give you a good basis to shoot kids that are often moving around quickly. If you want to get more technical you could put the camera into "Av" or Aperture priority mode and set the aperture to be the widest value possible such as f/2.8-4.1. This allows the most light possible into the lens, and will freeze your subject(kids).
Editing comes down to personal preference. If you are looking for free software to get started with organization and cataloging of photos, Picasa by Google is a great choice. If you are looking to do more advanced manipulation of the photos then Picasa will allow, Photoshop Elements is a great option.
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A good place to start on the Canon A620 is the camera’s Kids & Pets scene mode, since it’s designed for fast-moving subjects. If you want a bit more control, try Av (Aperture Priority) mode and set the aperture as wide as possible (such as around f/2.8–4.1 on that camera). A wider aperture lets in more light, which can help you use faster shutter speeds and better freeze active kids.
For shooting, the main thing is to expect movement and give yourself plenty of light. That will improve your chances of getting sharper photos.
For editing, a simple beginner-friendly option is Google Picasa for organizing and making basic non-destructive edits like crop, rotate, sharpening, color, saturation, and light adjustments. If you later want more advanced editing tools, Photoshop Elements is a step up.
In short: start with Kids & Pets mode, experiment with Av mode and the widest aperture, shoot in good light, and use Picasa for easy editing and organization.
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