1. Understand Your Camera’s Basic Settings
Start by familiarizing yourself with the main settings on your camera: shutter speed, aperture, and ISO. These three settings make up the exposure triangle, which controls how light or dark your image appears.
Shutter Speed affects how long your camera’s sensor is exposed to light. Faster speeds freeze motion, while slower speeds create blur (great for artistic shots or low-light environments).

Aperture (f-stop) controls the depth of field. A low f-number (like f/1.8) creates a blurry background, ideal for portraits. Higher numbers (like f/11) keep more of the scene in focus, perfect for landscapes.

ISO adjusts your camera’s sensitivity to light. Keep it low (100-400) for bright settings to avoid grainy images.

Spend time in manual or aperture priority mode to get comfortable adjusting these settings.

2. Use the Electronic Viewfinder (EVF)
Mirrorless cameras have one distinct advantage: a real-time preview of your exposure through the EVF or LCD screen. Take advantage of this feature by adjusting your settings and watching how your image changes in real-time. It’s a great way to learn and correct exposure before you take the shot.

3. Focus on Composition
Good composition can transform an average shot into something captivating. Here are a few basic rules to follow:
Rule of Thirds: Imagine a grid dividing your screen into nine equal parts. Place your subject along those lines or intersections for a balanced image.

Leading Lines: Use paths, fences, roads, or architectural features to guide the viewer’s eye toward your subject.

Framing: Use elements in the scene (like windows, doorways, or foliage) to frame your subject creatively.

Negative Space: Don’t be afraid to leave some empty space. It can give your subject more emphasis.