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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Camera Control by Michigan State University

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About the Course

Welcome to Course Two of Photography Basics and Beyond: From Smartphone to DSLR! Now that you have a broad understanding of the various types of cameras, the importance of setting up Menus and Functions to gain control in your photography, and the difference between Auto and Program exposure modes, you are ready to move into even greater Camera Control! In these 4 Modules we will concentrate on gaining the knowledge necessary to make use of Exposure Modes, Light Metering, Effects of various ISO settings, Lens options, using Shutter Speeds to convey aspects of Time in both documentary and creative ways, and exploring the controlled focus effects that Depth of Field Principles make possible. You will also continue to make new photographs and, if you are a subscriber to the specialization, continue interacting with your fellow learners as you share photographs for Peer Review. You will also confirm your knowledge through completion of quizzes and written responses. Let's get started with Module One!...

Top reviews

DA

Feb 12, 2018

The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable. The projects are instructional and test you to learn, try, etc. It made me think of new ways to capture images and inspired me to photograph every day!

AT

Dec 1, 2017

Great course structure. Great Professors and Mentors. This course has really help me grow a lot as a photographer. I'm so thankful to Coursera & MSU for putting such a great course for learners.

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By Adithya S

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Aug 23, 2016

Great course that explains a lot of core concepts and techniques (like controlling depth of field). Also gives a great introduction to the different types of lenses available. My only criticism would be that the last two weeks are lighter on content (however the assignments are challenging and a lot of fun!)

By Jevgenia B

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Jun 18, 2017

I liked this course a lot, but not as much as the first part (and hopefully next parts). Again, it's a good course for the beginners, but this part seemed a bit too short. However, teachers are great and explanations are very clear - if you are a beginner in your photography, I highly recommend!

By Alexandro G A S

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Aug 9, 2016

Even though it's the second course in the specialization, it is still an introductory course, a great option to learn about the details of camera control and to improve or review basic techniques. This is also a challenging course, you will start to test your own boundaries.

By Deleted A

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Oct 28, 2021

I discovered this course thanks to my school. I'm deducting 1 point because after two courses in this course, despite the free trial my school gave me, the course starts to charge me money, it's a shame, I think anyone who wants this course should be able to access it.

By Maria E G S

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Dec 4, 2020

Great course on photography although it was shorter than the 1st one. How I wish there were lectures on how to set your DSLR (ISO, shutter speed, f stop) to achieve the pictures you want for fast or slow shutter speed and shallow or great depth of field.

By Tiffany M

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Apr 13, 2016

Great introduction course to photo exposure techniques using ISO, aperture, and shutter speed. The course on depth of field was short and felt a bit rushed so I suggest using a supplemental text book or online resources during the section.

By JUAN G D

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Aug 9, 2024

Great information and very practical. Unfortunately the grades of the homework are given by AI which is not accurate. AI gives very low score for no reason even when the pictures submitted are clear.

By Susan F

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Aug 3, 2022

Lots of great info to help us learn. Be helpful to put more photos to some of the abstract concepts as examples. All in all, been a great course so far and expect it to only get better!

By John N

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Oct 28, 2021

I got a lot out of the videos, quizzes, and taking photographs as assigned. I didn't benefit much from the peer assessments I received. Most of them were superficial and not beneficial.

By Amandeep S S

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Jul 24, 2020

I found this course very useful and helpful as for gaining my certain knowledge in camera controlling, thank you for all the details and information.

By Vinod P

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Oct 24, 2016

Nice course. Gives a good overview for beginners.

It would have been better if you show different camera's and their control buttons.

By Graham R

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Apr 19, 2016

Great content but some very choppy editing which spoils the flow. I'd much rather have longer lessons and less aggressive editing

By Don C

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May 16, 2016

Same comment as before. Do the professors ever look at the assignments? Can we get feedback from the people teaching the course?

By Collin S

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Nov 13, 2024

Excellent information, presented clearly and concisely. Peer review quality is mediocre at best, but other an excellent course.

By Robert L

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Apr 6, 2016

I have learned more about photography in the short few weeks than I have studying by myself in much more time. Great course.

By nour s a

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Nov 28, 2016

I really liked the community and the peer review assignments that made me do some creative stuff that i enjoyed

By Sanyuktha U

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Jun 19, 2020

I liked the course however I would have loved if there were some tricks for mobile photography as well

By G P

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Aug 31, 2017

It was interesting but the videos are kind of time consuming and boring... The overall is good though.

By Craig H

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Jun 26, 2020

Mark shows a lot of his work but sometimes doesn't explain the how or purpose behind the photo

By Andrea M

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Apr 23, 2016

Interesting aspects on camera usage are well explained. Interesting assignments as well.

By Changqing Z

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Mar 29, 2016

Useful lessons to have the basic knowledge of photography.

Clear and well taught.

By Yashasvi S K

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May 28, 2021

its best course for photography and i get full knowledge about it thanks

By Ana M R P

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Sep 23, 2024

I wish it contained more practical exercises, but I learned a lot.

By Gabs G

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Oct 6, 2020

It definitely helped me! It has made me a better photographer!

By Suraj D

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Oct 3, 2017

Didn't have much topics to offer .Looking for next courses