[Wasy1]

Hi guys I am new to the photography scene although been taking pics with a Lumix camera which is my wifes and decided that I wanted a SLR camera which was easy to use etc and finished up purchasing a Nikon D3200 as a starter camera. Now I have purchased a Tamron 18-200mm lense and cannot wait until it arrives so I can practice with it while my grandkids are here on holiday and then in September I will be taking it on our vacation a cruise around the Med.
I tend to use the camera in automatic mode and find the shutter speed a tad slow don't know if that's normal with this camera so any views welcome. The pics turn out ok so I am happy but want to take some close ups and macro shots so until the lens arrives I am eagerly waiting for the lense to arrive and get clicking.
Regards John.

[EdMak]

Automatic is what it says, Microprocessors choice, there are other settings available try them, Shutter Priority, let's you choose the speed. Only lens I own is an 18/200mm Tamron. on a Sony a290. Pleased, and impressed with it. Welcome. Ed.

[Wasy1]

Automatic is what it says, Microprocessors choice, there are other settings available try them, Shutter Priority, let's you choose the speed. Only lens I own is an 18/200mm Tamron. on a Sony a290. Pleased, and impressed with it. Welcome. Ed.

Thanks Ed that's the reason for purchasing it as the standard lens with the camera is a bit limited.
Regards John.

[MrB]

Welcome, John. You might find the following web site both fun and useful - you can immediately see the effect on a photo of using the different camera modes and controls:

http://camerasim.com/apps/camera-simulator/

(Scroll down that page for information and instruction.)

Cheers.
Philip

[pixbyjnjphotos]

Welcome to Shuttertalk. I think you picked a good camera/lens combination for starters. You will have a good time learning to use them and get some good pictures. Good luck on your cruise. Have a good time and post some pictures when you return. Most people start off in Auto and graduate to the other modes. According to what I read, that is a good way to get to know your equipment. Have a GREAT DAY!

[EdMak]

Philip, remarkable site, some clever people around. Ed.

[MrB]

Philip, remarkable site, some clever people around. Ed.

Yes, Ed - it's amazing! And not only are they clever people, but they are also commendably generous in making it freely available on the Web.

Cheers.
Philip

[Wasy1]

Great site and thanks all for your help certainly will post pics when I get back. A really good , helpful forum thanks all.

[Barbara G.]

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