Master the Hidden Power of Your Camera's Program Mode

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Master the Hidden Power of Your Camera's Program Mode This week I explain why your digital camera has both a Program and an Auto mode--and why Program mode is better. - Dave Johnson, PCWorld More From Dave Johnson 5 Accessories to Take With You (and Your Camera) on Vacation Whether you have a compact point-and-shoot or a digital SLR, here's the gear you need to pack to use your camera safely and intelligently on a trip. Share: The Rules of Photographic Composition Apply these five rules to take better, more visually engaging photos. Share: Play With an Online Simulator to Learn Camera Settings The CameraSim photo simulation site teaches you how ISO, shutter, aperture, and other settings affect your photos. 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