topic EOS R - Overwhelmed Novice in EOS DSLR & Mirrorless Cameras

EOS R - Overwhelmed Novice

ViperEye — Wed, 15 Jun 2022 18:08:43 GMT

Hi,

Where to start. That's my problem. There are lots of sources that help learning individual traits and functions of my EOS R but nothing structured. It seems I learn something and end up with my nose back in the manual or looking online for explanations. So, can anyone direct me to a step-by-step type of tutorial; maybe with exercises or the like. I think I now know what a spider monkey must feel like trying to learn Advanced Calculus.

Thanks, Jake

Re: EOS R - Overwhelmed Novice

Tronhard — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 20:19:49 GMT

My first question is how much do you know about photography in general. Are you new to this?
Usually, with the basics under one's belt, the manual will make a lot more sense. So, would you like me to direct you to a site to teach you the basic principles of how cameras work - the R5 is not different at that level from any other.

Re: EOS R - Overwhelmed Novice

jrhoffman75 — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 23:59:02 GMT

This author produces clear easy to follow books in my opinion.

https://www.eos-magazine.com/ebooks/camera/r/understanding-eos-r.html

She also has books on photography in general.

Re: EOS R - Overwhelmed Novice

ViperEye — Wed, 29 Jun 2022 02:51:08 GMT

Photography in general, I'm fairly comfortable in my basic knowledge. My challenge is in the complexities of the EOS R itself.

Re: EOS R - Overwhelmed Novice

ViperEye — Wed, 29 Jun 2022 02:53:01 GMT

I'll check out that link. Thanks, JR.