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I received this email from one of our members and thought that I'd post it also as others may benefit from it also:

Couple of things to start you off:
Good Luck and Capture the Moments of Truth!
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Not sure how much you're into photography or how much you plan on being into. Considering the fact that you've bought D90, I'm making an assumption that you're going to be using the camera sparingly.stuckintexas said:Hey, I am new to this stuff. Just got a D90 today and I am wondering if you know of any good sites/forums for me to learn how to use this camera to its fullest. I am a newb!![]()
Couple of things to start you off:
- Read the manual end-to-end while having the camera in your hand so that you see what is being discussed. I understand that he Nikon manuals may be a little cryptic, but still worth the read.
- Try not to use the A setting. You might as well get a point-to-shoot. No pun intended. Start with P (Program mode). This setting sets the A (aperture) & S (shutter) automatically and lets you decide on all of the other options (like flash, metering, etc.)
- Understand when to use A and S settings. A lets you control how much light you want to let in to the sensor. It also lets you decide if you can hand-hold the camera and depth of field. The S lets you how long you want to let the light to the sensor.
- M - Manual setting: This is more for an advanced photographer who needs to manipulate the exact settings in all categories.
- I'd recommend that you attend the one-day seminar from Nikon School. I attended it and gave me a better perspective on on how to maximize the usage of the camera. The second seminar is more for a person who intends to manipulate the images in the computer. If you're planning on attending this seminar, I'd recommend that you be there early as there are about 300 attendees and you need to get a seat up front. Use the camera for a while before attending the seminar. This will help you understand what settings are being discussed.
- Get the book Understanding Exposure by Bryan Peterson. This will help you understand the intricacies of the settings and how to controls them for getting the picture you envision.
- DPReview: Extensive reviews of cameras and lenses.
- Nikon: Manufacturer's website for support. D90 Manual Download site.
- Ken Rockwell: Site for detailed reviews on cameras and lenses. The D90 User Guide is here too.
- Thom Hogan: Another professional's wonderful site for learning. D90 User Guide for purchase.
- Luminous Landscape: A wonderful site for learning photography.
- D90 Reference
Good Luck and Capture the Moments of Truth!