Overview:
I bought the Canon EOS-300D just after Christmas 2004. In general I am pleased with the camera except for the fact that on some occasions it is very difficult to get the exposure setting correct. No matter how much I alter the settings I do not get the results I would like.
The problem occurs when there is a large difference in the light levels of the various objects in the photograph. I realise any camera would have a problem when there is for example a bright sky and a person in a shadow, however I believe the range of light levels the Canon EOS-300D can distinguish between is significantly less than that of other cameras I have used. It is for this reason I am concerned there could be something wrong with the sensor.
I have taken many photos where a nice blue sky has almost been washed out in order to get the ground the right exposure. On a sunny day shadows are often very dark. With other cameras I have not noticed this much of a difference. For example the sky would be blue and the ground still light. I have included some example photos below to try and illustrate my problem.
This is the first SLR I have owned so perhaps this is a trait of all SLRs and lens filters are required to get the desired result? It would be very helpful if anyone with some knowledge of digital SLR cameras could give me their opinion.
Your comments on what I may be doing wrong when taking these photos would be much appreciated.
Answers:
Understanding Exposure - Great article commenting on the contrast range.
Example Photos:
Photos with a red border have been taken with a different camera.
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