All cameras come with an owner's manual, but so few people spend time to read it. Once they have read the basic operations, they are anxious to go out and try the camera. Perhaps all these new jargon is confusing or there it too much information to remember. This is understandable, however by not covering the entire manual, you restrict yourself and fail to use many cool features of your camera. Hopefully you will discover the following suggestions helpful in making the most use out of your camera.
After an initial overview of the features your camera possesses, decide what you would like to find out the most. Pick only one special function. Study the instructions on what this feature is and how to use it. Don't worry if you do not completely understand it, that will come in time.
Now the fun begins. Take your camera and starting using this special feature. Try out this one feature with all the different settings. See how your pictures change. Explore all about this feature. Don't quit until you thoroughly understand this feature and don't move on onto the next feature until you have full explored this. More... / Hide...
When you are satisfied you know this one feature inside and out, check out the owner's manual again and find another special feature you would like to tackle. Repeat the above steps with this new feature, only after you are satisfied you have mastered the new feature should you then return to the manual.
when you are slaked you have mastered the new science.
You will find it is not so overwhelming if you work through the owner's manual in this manner. The hands-on practice for each skill will assist you to learn it well. When you have covered all the cool things your camera will do, get outside and enjoy them all. You will be glad you took the time to get acquainted with this marvelous invention.