Why You SHOULD be Using Aperture Priority Mode More!

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[HenryTurnerphoto]

Please be aware of scammers below this video in the comments (and all videos going forward for that matter). They’re posing as myself claiming prizes have been won and to contact them etc. I have blocked them but they keep coming back. Really sorry about this guys but I don’t have too much control over it! Thanks for all the emails from those informing me of these comments (very helpful) and if you could report these comments that’d be mega. Cheers 🙏🏼

[kevinroberts]

I used to always shoot in manual, but I eventually started using aperture priority a lot myself. Especially in situations where the light is rapidly changing for the same reason you mentioned, in that having to reset the camera for every shot, it's very easy to miss the perfect moment.

[washingtonradio]

I primarily view a camera as a tool to use. So knowing the how the various modes work is important so I can select the correct mode when I am out. To me, the real importance of being comfortable shooting in manual mode is not that I will always shoot in manual mode but that I know I can use it when I need to and more importantly I have a better understanding of the exposure triangle.

Currently I am shooting mostly in manual mode to work on my understanding of the exposure triangle. But I have shot in Aperture and occasionally Shutter priority before and will certainly do so in the future (probably this weekend).

[pjay]

It really comes down to how often you tweak the settings away from those recommended by the light meter, when using manual mode.
If you habitually expose your images so that the light meter is always dead on the centre point, (neither under or over exposed) then you would be a bit mad not to use one of the auto modes.
If however you usually tweak the exposure so that you rarely use the recommended "ideal" settings and actually use an exposure that shows up as somewhat under or over exposed on the meter, then using manual mode is not really any more tricky than using an auto mode and then using the exposure compensation button, as you would need to, in order to achieve the desired effect.

[valerievaleriem]

I always used Aperture Priority with exposure compensation, but recently after watching various videos from different photographers who say you should only use Manual, I decided to give it a go. I love the way professional photographers have differing views on whether it is acceptable to use AP or just Manual. I think it should be entirely up to the individual and what suits them best. Now I use a combination of both. I normally use AP (handheld) when I'm out with my husband and dog and have to grab a quick shot as they have moved on leaving me behind!! Really enjoyed the video and loved the shots.

[billyg]

Can’t comment on aperture, not a photographer, just like watching outdoor clips and seeing these guys produce great photos

[Jimgoodwin]

I find this refreshing! We see “get out of auto and into manual” all over YouTube. I like shooting birds…and in good light I like to set my camera on shutter priority at 1/3000 sec and let the camera figure everything else. I shoot a lot of shots, but we’re not using film so who cares…😊

[llphoto]

Been a pro photographer for 7 years. Part of being pro is using AP mode, I think as long as you understand what the camera is doing and are using it to your benefit, then it's definitely a more professional thing to do. I set my SS to a minimum of 250 for a wedding, for a small reg office wedding where often as soon as they step outside there's confetti, AP is a MUST. Set ISO to max 4000. I can always quickly switch to manual confidently if I need to and you can monitor what the camera is doing in AP (also you have programmed it to be within your assessed benchmarks) go AP if you want to, nothing wrong with it.

[andrewhillphotosvideos]

love it 5.30 in, the rock and background loving it... the shot of the hay 6:04 in, didn't get it, lol don't know, , something man made about it didn't appeal but thats me lol... cool.. love it all thanks Mr turner....

[jonstout]

You made excellent points for using the aperture priority mode. It used to be the main setting for me and this video has me sold on using it more again in certain conditions. You are so right that we need to take advantage of the various options our cameras provide, and not be ashamed to do so! 👍🏻👏🏻👍🏻

[steverobinson]

Aperture priority is very useful, as long as you keep an eye on minimum shutter speed, I shoot AP with -1/3 stop exposure compensation to preserve highlight detail, like you used to with slide film.
I don’t use auto-ISO though, it’s far too random and usually gives a ridiculously high ISO setting.
I use full manual where you need to override the camera’s basic instincts, like pictures of the moon, otherwise you get a bright white blob with no detail 😉

[kghareeb]

Ego aside, as long as you have some light you don't need to bother to have the control over you Shutter speed. Its only when the light is gone you need to be on manual mode. Thank you for sharing this great work.

[davidluck]

I haven't been taking photo's long and I at last got out of auto .. Thanks .. and I shoot mostly in AP as I am not confident enough to go fully manual, but no doubt looking at your vlogs I will sure try love them - Keep safe !!

[jameswburke]

Yep - I always use Aperture Priority & don't shoot any fast-moving subjects. If I'm using my vintage lenses, I use Manual everything, setting aperture first then speed and ISO after that (on my Sony A7 mirrorless where the sensor is so clean you can whack up the ISO freely).

[danielhamilton]

I shoot mainly woodland photography and once the camera is on the tripod I use aperture priority for portrait work I always use manual it's just what ever works in my book.

[robertdavis]

Thanks Henry for sharing your experience with great comments...I totally agree with you as I am only a hobbyist & I can't see the point in spending time fidling with control s every time I find a composition... Also I only shoot handheld when out & about. I have never used fully manual only either A or S ... great pics you captured... cheers from Australia 😀

[duringthemeanwhilst]

I've used aperture priority for years now. I used to be a manual free but since switching to mirrorless where you see the final result before you've shot it, I see no need t not trust the camera. The only time I use manual now is if I'm using a 10-stop filter and the light levels are really low.

[louamato]

Thanks Henry! Yes, I've seen you shoot at this location and it's a wonderful spot. Your point about using the camera's "brain" and shoot in AP makes a lot of sense. I shoot with an old Canon T6 and I love the challenge of mastering my camera and it's capabilities. my phone is never far away so that I won't miss a shot. God bless ya, brother. Keep the faith!

[connorburke]

Most of the time (apart from moving water) I shoot in AP too and I love it... Although I have been known to forget to switch to manual for a Pano or Focus Stack only to get to lightroom and be trying to blend images with slightly different exposures! 🤦😂

[meesy]

This was some really great advice, especially liked the mention of the shadow from the rock adding another dimension to the photograph. I really need to think about such things more often and will definitely be taking this advice. Thanks Henry.