How to start shooting RAW?
To get started, set up a few shots from a tripod and shoot them in both JPEG and RAW. Most DSLRs can do that simultaneously but not all smaller RAW-capable cameras. Then load some RAW files into any conversion software and see if you can produce an image which you prefer to the in-camera JPEG. Play with the conversion controls: sharpness, saturation, contrast, curve, etc. Don’t go with the default conversion unless you want to waste your time because that will almost alwaysSome advanced programs will let you define your own conversion though which is usually called a preset. produce the same JPEG as the camera. REMEBER: The RAW advantage is about what you can do with the image. Most mediums cannot even show all the nuances in a JPEG, so it is more about having control on the final image than about showing one with more color tones. After a few rounds, you’ll be able to judge if it is for you or not. There will be a cost in terms of space, speed and workflow. For those who do not use a
