How can I see which settings my Canon EOS 1100D used in Auto mode?
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I’m learning to shoot in Manual mode and want to compare my results with what the camera chooses automatically. On a Canon EOS 1100D with the EF-S 18-55mm IS II lens, how can I check the settings used for a shot in Auto mode, such as shutter speed, aperture, and ISO?
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While shooting - when you half-press the shutter button you can see the information inside the viewfinder (small numbers on the bottom of the viewfinder)
In camera preview - when you see the picture on the back of the camera you can view this information, press DISP to toggle showing information.
On the computer - in Windows right click the photo select "Properties" and switch to the "Details" tab, on a Mac right click than "Get Info". you can also see this in just about any image editor
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You can check the camera-selected settings in a few ways:
- Before taking the shot: half-press the shutter button and look at the information display in the viewfinder. The exposure settings shown there are what the camera plans to use.
- After taking the shot on the camera: review the image on the rear screen and press DISP to cycle through the playback screens until the shooting details appear.
- On a computer: the image file usually contains this information in its EXIF metadata. You can view it in the file properties/info panel or in most photo-editing software.
If your goal is to learn from the camera’s choices, also try P mode (Program) instead of full Auto. It still selects exposure automatically, but gives you more control and makes it easier to see and understand what the camera is doing.
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