[bikram]

I want to shoot some protrait with some background light (such as shopping mall at Gold Coast or Tsimshatsui East). What is the best metering mode to use (Matrix , center -weighted or spot mode)? I will use tripod and Nikon SB800 to shoot the photo. What is the best exposure mode to use (aperture, shutter, programme or manual)?? If I use shutter proirty, what is the best speed to set? If manual, what is the best setting??? What is best flash mode to choose from (red-eye, slow sync or rear curtain) ???? Thanks for sharing....

[micros]

1. metering mode ...... choose the one you usally use
2 use m mode on camera
3. no best value, you should check it yourself
4. the 2 main concerns are shutter speed and dof
5. make sure you get enough dof when selecting aperture
6. beware of hand shake, keep a sutiable shutter speed
7. if you cannot keep a safe shutter speed, try to use higher iso

[micros]

forgot to tell you ...... use flash to illuminate model