Bird Photography Settings For Beginners

Don Orkoskey | July 31, 2026

If you're a beginner bird photographer and don't know what any of your camera settings mean then start here to improve your photos. Understanding your photography settings takes time. You may also feel apprehensive about switching off of auto. However, I'm here to tell you not to worry.

Beginner Photography Settings

The settings in this video are a great starting point for people who are unsure of what shutter speed, ISO, and aperture to use or what they do. If that's you then give these settings a try. I promise that you can always switch back to auto if you're still uncomfortable.

When you're ready to learn what those settings mean watch my shorts on each setting. Pick up my book explaining these settings. Or take an intro to photography class.

Don Orkoskey

July 31, 2026

I'm full time professional event and headshot photographer Don Orkoskey. Since 2007 I've owned WDO Photography. Additionally, I teach photography in partnership with a number of amazing organizations as well as offering my own group photography classes and individual photography lessons. I teach classes for both adults and children and lead free nature photography meetups each month. I also write a monthly newsletter full of great information and maintain a list of free photography resources and have a YouTube channel to help you learn photography.

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