6Pressing the shutter• Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down• Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way downHalf-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter]Subject, background, and composition• Subject: the main object in a scene, such as a person, animal,or still life• Background: the objects around the subject• Composition: the combination of a subject and backgroundCompositionBackgroundSubjectExposure (Brightness)The amount of light that enters your camera determines theexposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed,aperture value, and ISO sensitivity. By altering the exposure, yourphotos will be darker or lighter.Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright)Expressions used in this manual
