If you want to be a great photographer, there are some rules and tips you need to know. There are many videos, blog posts and tutorials about photography on the internet. But infographics, cheat sheets and schemes are also very useful materials for photographers. They are easy to understand, squeezed into a set of short tips and you can easily save them to use later.
In this post, you can find the best 60 infographics & cheat sheets for photographers. Every aspect of photography is covered in these materials and all of them are useful for both amateur and professional photographers. You can find photography basics, tips, posing ideas, advices from professionals, marketing tips and more in this list. Click on the images in order to view them in full size and don’t forget to bookmark this page to access later.
54 Portrait Ideas: free downloadable posing guide
A layman’s guide to depth of field: how to check and affect sharpness like a pro
6 simple lighting set-ups for shooting portraits at home
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The landscape’s greatest challenges: free photography cheat sheet
Three camera lessons every new photographer should learn
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Free action photography cheat sheet
Free family portrait photography cheat sheet
3 ways you can affect depth of field: photography cheat sheet
How to use a histogram – photography cheat sheets for achieving perfect exposure
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What your camera captures at every focal length
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Portrait photography cropping guide
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Autofocus point options: what subjects should each be used with
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Free wedding photography cheat sheet
What is flash sync? Your flash modes and when to use them
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Understanding the color temperature scale: free photography cheat sheet
Using apertures: when to go small and when to go wide
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Free portrait lighting cheat sheet
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Best shutter speeds for every situation
Metering mode cheat sheet: how they work and when to use them
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Home studio setup: 6 things every photographer needs
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How to pose for photos: find the most flattering angles for you and your subjects
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Free night photography exposure guide: : best camera settings for popular subjects
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What is exposure compensation: free cheat sheet for photographers
what is ISO: camera sensitivity settings (and the best ways to use them)
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Full-frame sensor size explained: how to exploit its advantages for pro-quality pictures
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The Basics of How to Use Your Camera Settings Cheat Sheet
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White Balance Photography Cheat Sheet
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Types of Digital Cameras Cheat Sheet
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Low Light Photography Cheat Sheet
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Wedding Photography Cheat Sheet
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Photography 101 – Cheat Sheet and Camera Basics
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Shutter, Aperture, ISO Explained
![Free-Photography-Cheat-Sheet-Printable[1]](https://www.slothygeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Free-Photography-Cheat-Sheet-Printable1.jpg)
10 Must-have wedding shots for every bride
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Photography Basics: Metering and Exposure
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What is a macro lens? Magnification and minimum focus distance explained
![Macro_lenses_magnification_cheat_sheet[1]](https://www.slothygeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Macro_lenses_magnification_cheat_sheet1.jpg)
9 Tips for Growing Your Photography Business
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Fundamentals of Macro Photography
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The Real Simple Guide to Photography
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A Beginner’s Guide to Photography
The Incredible Way That Photography Actually Works
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How to Rock At Landscape Photography
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A Guide for Where, When and How to Use Photography Filters
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Photography 101: An Essential Photography Infographic for the Beginner
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36 Ways to Make Money as a Photographer
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How to rock your product photography?
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Free bird photography cheat sheet
Winter Photography: Tips for Taking Great Photos in the Cold!
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Know When To Use JPEG, GIF or PNG
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How to shoot popular low-light scenes
Photography’s golden rule: Sunny 16
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What Kind of Camera Should You Take Traveling?
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ISO, Shutter Speed, Aperture and Depth of Field
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