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How do I turn the exposure down on my Canon 80d?

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To lower the exposure on your Canon 80D, you can adjust the shutter speed, aperture (f-stop), and ISO settings. Here's how, based on information from a YouTube video titled "Canon EOS 80D Exposure video 7 of 8":

Adjusting Exposure Settings:

Here's how to use your camera controls to turn the exposure down:

  1. Shutter Speed Adjustment:
    • Press the ISO button once.
    • Press it a second time.
    • Rotate the dial near the shutter button to change the shutter speed. Increasing the shutter speed will darken the image (decrease exposure). For example, changing from 1/60th of a second to 1/125th or 1/250th will darken the image.
  2. Aperture (f-stop) Adjustment:
    • Rotate the dial on the back of the camera to adjust the f-stop. Increasing the f-stop value (e.g., from f/2.8 to f/5.6 or f/8) will decrease exposure, making the image darker.
  3. ISO Adjustment:
    • If the image is still too bright after adjusting shutter speed and aperture, you can reduce the ISO. This is not detailed in the video, but is a standard adjustment on cameras. Lowering your ISO from, for instance, ISO 400 to ISO 200 or 100, will reduce sensitivity to light, making your photo darker.

Key Points:

  • Shutter Speed: This controls how long the camera's shutter stays open, impacting light capture. Faster shutter speeds reduce light, leading to a darker image.
  • Aperture (f-stop): This refers to the lens opening's diameter. A higher f-number (e.g., f/8) means a smaller opening and less light entering, resulting in a darker image.
  • ISO: This dictates your camera sensor’s sensitivity to light. Lower ISO settings will lead to less sensitivity and a darker exposure.

Example Scenario:

  • If your photo is overexposed (too bright), try increasing the shutter speed first.
  • If the image is still too bright, increase the f-stop.
  • If these changes aren’t enough or if they cause other issues, lower the ISO, being aware that doing so too much could impact image quality.

By adjusting these three settings thoughtfully, you can successfully lower the exposure of your photos on your Canon 80D.

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