Just got a new camera, now I need to learn how to use it

[txhunter83]

I was given a Nikon D5100 as a wedding present and want to take a class to learn how to use it. I am in Houston, what would y'all recommend?

[Clintbow]

I start with going online and finding a good review of the camera. There are also good websites chalked with information and tips. After you get a good working knowledge, just go out and practice. Also, go to a professional camera store when they aren't real busy and just ask a friendly clerk on the basics. I've learned more that way than any other way.

Happy shooting.

[Johnny Dangerr]

I am in the same boat.

Join This forum: http://digital-photography-school.com/forum/

And join the free email thing here - they have fairly regular classes that are free. They also have used lens's and everything else you can name: http://houstoncameraexchange.com/

Your final task is to keep me up to date so I can attend also....

Thanks
Johnny

[Johnny Dangerr]

Just found this one. Looks like a big busy forum.

http://www.texasphotoforum.com/forum/

[6.8mmSPC]

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/032167...4285604&sr=8-1
and
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/081743...4285471&sr=8-1
are good places to start learning how to take pictures.

[swanjts]

This is one of the best sites that I have found for specifics on certain cameras. Find you camera on here and he will give you way more than you want or need to know.

http://www.kenrockwell.com

[TexaswBOWhunter]

Buy the book "Understanding Exposure" By Brian Peterson.... Best $15 you will spend on photography gear!!!

[Duckie]

I just picked me up a D5100 also. This is my second DSL camera. My first was the original Cannon Digital Rebel which I sold years ago. This is a REALLY nice camera. Now I am just like you, I need help taking good photos.

I am also looking at a telephoto lens and looking at the 55-300. It runs about $300 at BB.

[Fireman13]

I have a D5000 and found a book for Dummies on it. I also have a few others that I found on Amazon.