This shot is the last one I took on a Sunday afternoon spent at Stone Mountain Park.
And this is the shot after that, taken two days later.
Not such a good shot, is it?
The lesson (one I'm still trying to learn) is a simple one.
To increase your chances of getting "the shot," put the camera on full "automatic" at the end of each photo session.
In the case of my lunch from McDonald's, I was able to change the settings and eventually got the shot I wanted. But there have been several occasions where I missed a really good shot, because I hadn't put the camera on "auto" before I put the camera away. By the time I realized my error the photo opportunity was gone.
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Good advice, Rebecca!
I'll have to make sure I remember that. I tend to keep mine set on auto or "best shot" (Cybershot), so I get lucky. I tend to forget to take it off video though. Oops!
excellent post Rebecca, I would also recommend setting your camera back to default mode. Then when you have that quick photo opportunity you can rest assured you may get a usable shot.
This has gotten me in trouble so many times! Especially with a kid who moves quickly – leaving my camera on "last shot setting" has KILLED opps for "there and gone again" moments for me.
Have got to remember this rule!
That is an awesome tip! I've done the very same thing!
Super idea! I need to put a note in my camera bag reminding me to return the camera to auto!