D5600

Tips and Tricks

Sunsets

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Exposure compensation: 0 EV
Exposure compensation: -1.0 EV

Sunsets are dramatic scenes. Although they can be quite impressive when photographed well, many photographers find them to be a difficult subject. The dim lighting tends to trick the camera into overexposing the shot; to bring out the true feel of a sunset, you'll need to choose a lower value for exposure compensation.

White balance: Shade
White balance: Direct sunlight

White balance settings of "Shade" or "Cloudy" help bring out the reds in sunsets.

Functions Used for Sunsets
View detailed information on the settings and procedures used.

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