Photography – DSLR Camera Beginners Workshop
Selwyn Community Education

Selwyn Community Education

Photography – DSLR Camera Beginners Workshop

An introduction to DSLR and mirrorless cameras, teaching you how to use manual and semi-manual modes.

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203-245 Kohimarama Road, Kohimarama, Auckland, 1071  –  View on map

Sat, 28 Nov 2026
10:00 am – 4:00 pm

$89.00

EN

Age 16+

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An introduction to DSLR and mirrorless cameras, teaching you how to use manual and semi-manual modes.

Have you got a new DSLR or mirrorless camera? Or perhaps you've had one for a while but use only 'point and click'. Chris Zwaagdyk will have you using the manual and semi-manual modes on your camera, and taking better images in one short workshop.

Course outline

  • Learn how to use the manual and semi manual modes on your camera.
  • Learn how to take good photos in difficult light, when the subject is moving, or very close or far.
  • Learn about aperture and shutter modes.
  • Learn about controlling exposure, ESO settings and white balance.

What to bring

  • Your lunch (tea and coffee will be available)
  • Camera and any accessories you have
  • Camera manual
  • Charged batteries
  • Plenty of room on your memory card.

This course is for digital SLR and SLR-type advanced cameras known as hybrids or mirrorless. This course is not suitable for compact cameras. Please check with the office on 521 9623 if you are unsure.

Please note there is NO refund or transfer if you cancel less than 5 working days in advance of a class starting.

Information and logo sourced from the Selwyn Community Education website.

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