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Photographing a fireworks show may seem like a big challenge, but it doesn't have to be. With the right gear and a few minutes of preparation, you can enjoy a great show for years to come.

This lesson covers the traditional way of capturing fireworks that works for both film and digital cameras. Here, we examine the importance of lens selection, camera stability and the proper settings for the camera. This lesson features the Olympus E-3 digital SLR camera.

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Topics Covered:

  • Finding the Right Shooting Spot
  • The Need for a Good Tripod
  • Remote Control to Eliminate Camera Shake
  • Using the Right Media Card
  • Exposure and Lens Selection
  • White Balance Settings and Color Balance

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