Digital photography has come about as a result of the convergence of both IT and photography. Both technical and aesthetic aspects of digital photography are derived from conventional photography, and hence a good knowledge of photographic skills also help to make or break a picture.

Inevitably, digital photography brings with it new techniques and means to capture an image. Basic photography skills such as lighting, exposure and composition are naturally important.

LCD vs Viewfinder
Suggestion: Use the LCD for more accurate frame coverage.

It is true that using the LCD to compose your photographs is the fastest way to drain your batteries. In fact, it is advisable to switch off the LCD and use the viewfinder (for cameras that have a viewfinder!) to conserve battery life. In addition, most LCDs are very difficult to view under bright sunlight, and using the viewfinder helps in composition.

On the other hand, most viewfinders suffer from parallax error as the image is slightly "off" from the actual image. This is most prominent when your subjects are closer to the camera, as in portraiture or macro shots. For accurate frame coverage, compose your images with LCD.

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