Nikon D5100 Photo & Video Resource

Moose’s Cheat Cards for the Nikon D5100

Nikon D5100 Cheat Sheet for Portraits and Nature Photography

My Cheat Cards tell you exactly which Settings and Modes to use with your Nikon D5100 for a variety of Subjects and Scenes!

Sample Nikon D5100 Cheat Sheet
Nikon D5100 Cheat Sheet for Food and Landscape Photography

So what's the difference between Auto Mode and my Custom Settings? Slide the handle below to see a straight out-of-camera comparison.

Auto Mode Moose's Custom Settings

Auto Mode exposes for the brightest parts of the scene, leaving subjects dark and dreary. My Custom Settings put you in control, so that the subjects are bright and colorful.

Auto Mode Moose's Custom Settings

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Cheat Card Example Photos

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CHEAT CARDS FOR THENikon D5100 + 18-55mm Lens

Includes 24 Cheat Cards (in PDF format) for the Nikon D5100 and the 18-55mm lens that can be printed at home or viewed on an iPhone, Android, iPad, Fire or computer.
Nikon D5100 + 18-55mm
Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, outdoors during the day
Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, outdoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, outdoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture memorable group photos, outdoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors during the day
Concerts / Performances (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, outdoors during the day
Sports / Action (Daytime - Outdoors)
Freeze fast moving subjects, outdoors during the day
Wildlife / Animals
Photograph animals in their natural habitat
Food (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture delectable food shots, outdoors during the day
Food (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture delectable food shots, indoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture professional product shots, outdoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture professional product shots, indoors during the day
Flowers / Plants
Capture vibrant flowers, trees & vegetation
Sunset / Sunrise
Capture deeply saturated sunsets, sunrises, clouds & skies
Landscape / Architecture
Capture impactful landscapes, cityscapes & architectural elements
Home Exteriors (Real Estate)
Capture eye-catching residential & commercial real estate exteriors
Home Interiors (Real Estate)
Capture inviting residential & commercial real estate interiors
Fireworks / Lightning
Capture powerful fireworks & lightning (tripod required)
Stars / Galaxies / Northern Lights
Capture detailed night skies, rich with color (tripod required)
Waterfall / Stream
Capture silky smooth waterfalls, streams & moving water (tripod required)
Quick Reference
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed & more
Cheat Cards for the Nikon D5100 + 18-55mm Lens Add to Cart
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CHEAT CARDS FOR THENikon D5100 + 35mm f/1.8G Lens

Includes 28 Cheat Cards (in PDF format) for the Nikon D5100 and the 35mm f/1.8G lens that can be printed at home or viewed on an iPhone, Android, iPad, Fire or computer.
Nikon D5100 + 35mm f/1.8G
Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, outdoors during the day
Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors during the day
Portrait (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors at night
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, outdoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors at night
Child Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, outdoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors during the day
Child Portrait (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors at night
Family / Group (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture memorable group photos, outdoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors during the day
Family / Group (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors at night
Concerts / Performances (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, outdoors during the day
Concerts / Performances (Low Light)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, in low light
Sports / Action (Daytime - Outdoors)
Freeze fast moving subjects, outdoors during the day
Sports / Action (Low Light)
Freeze fast moving subjects, in low light
Wildlife / Animals
Photograph animals in their natural habitat
Food (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture delectable food shots, outdoors during the day
Food (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture delectable food shots, indoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture professional product shots, outdoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture professional product shots, indoors during the day
Flowers / Plants
Capture vibrant flowers, trees & vegetation
Sunset / Sunrise
Capture deeply saturated sunsets, sunrises, clouds & skies
Landscape / Architecture
Capture impactful landscapes, cityscapes & architectural elements
Fireworks / Lightning
Capture powerful fireworks & lightning (tripod required)
Stars / Galaxies / Northern Lights
Capture detailed night skies, rich with color (tripod required)
Waterfall / Stream
Capture silky smooth waterfalls, streams & moving water (tripod required)
Quick Reference
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed & more
Cheat Cards for the Nikon D5100 + 35mm f/1.8G Lens Add to Cart
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CHEAT CARDS FOR THENikon D5100 + 50mm f/1.8G Lens

Includes 28 Cheat Cards (in PDF format) for the Nikon D5100 and the 50mm f/1.8G lens that can be printed at home or viewed on an iPhone, Android, iPad, Fire or computer.
Nikon D5100 + 50mm f/1.8G
Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, outdoors during the day
Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors during the day
Portrait (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors at night
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, outdoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors at night
Child Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, outdoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors during the day
Child Portrait (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors at night
Family / Group (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture memorable group photos, outdoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors during the day
Family / Group (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors at night
Concerts / Performances (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, outdoors during the day
Concerts / Performances (Low Light)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, in low light
Sports / Action (Daytime - Outdoors)
Freeze fast moving subjects, outdoors during the day
Sports / Action (Low Light)
Freeze fast moving subjects, in low light
Wildlife / Animals
Photograph animals in their natural habitat
Food (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture delectable food shots, outdoors during the day
Food (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture delectable food shots, indoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture professional product shots, outdoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture professional product shots, indoors during the day
Flowers / Plants
Capture vibrant flowers, trees & vegetation
Sunset / Sunrise
Capture deeply saturated sunsets, sunrises, clouds & skies
Landscape / Architecture
Capture impactful landscapes, cityscapes & architectural elements
Fireworks / Lightning
Capture powerful fireworks & lightning (tripod required)
Stars / Galaxies / Northern Lights
Capture detailed night skies, rich with color (tripod required)
Waterfall / Stream
Capture silky smooth waterfalls, streams & moving water (tripod required)
Quick Reference
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed & more
Cheat Cards for the Nikon D5100 + 50mm f/1.8G Lens Add to Cart
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CHEAT CARDS FOR THENikon D5100 + 55-200mm Lens

Includes 25 Cheat Cards (in PDF format) for the Nikon D5100 and the 55-200mm lens that can be printed at home or viewed on an iPhone, Android, iPad, Fire or computer.
Nikon D5100 + 55-200mm
Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, outdoors during the day
Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, outdoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, outdoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture memorable group photos, outdoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors during the day
Concerts / Performances (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, outdoors during the day
Sports / Action (Daytime - Outdoors)
Freeze fast moving subjects, outdoors during the day
Motorsports / Races (Daytime - Outdoors)
Isolate vehicles with creative motion blur, outdoors during the day
Airshows
Capture aircraft in flight
Wildlife / Animals
Photograph animals in their natural habitat
Birds
Freeze swift moving birds
Food (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture delectable food shots, outdoors during the day
Food (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture delectable food shots, indoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture professional product shots, outdoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture professional product shots, indoors during the day
Flowers / Plants
Capture vibrant flowers, trees & vegetation
Sunset / Sunrise
Capture deeply saturated sunsets, sunrises, clouds & skies
Landscape / Architecture
Capture impactful landscapes, cityscapes & architectural elements
Fireworks / Lightning
Capture powerful fireworks & lightning (tripod required)
Moon
Capture sharp & detailed shots of the moon (tripod required)
Waterfall / Stream
Capture silky smooth waterfalls, streams & moving water (tripod required)
Quick Reference
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed & more
Cheat Cards for the Nikon D5100 + 55-200mm Lens Add to Cart
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CHEAT CARDS FOR THENikon D5100 + 55-300mm Lens

Includes 25 Cheat Cards (in PDF format) for the Nikon D5100 and the 55-300mm lens that can be printed at home or viewed on an iPhone, Android, iPad, Fire or computer.
Nikon D5100 + 55-300mm
Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, outdoors during the day
Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, outdoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, outdoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture memorable group photos, outdoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors during the day
Concerts / Performances (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, outdoors during the day
Sports / Action (Daytime - Outdoors)
Freeze fast moving subjects, outdoors during the day
Motorsports / Races (Daytime - Outdoors)
Isolate vehicles with creative motion blur, outdoors during the day
Airshows
Capture aircraft in flight
Wildlife / Animals
Photograph animals in their natural habitat
Birds
Freeze swift moving birds
Food (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture delectable food shots, outdoors during the day
Food (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture delectable food shots, indoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture professional product shots, outdoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture professional product shots, indoors during the day
Flowers / Plants
Capture vibrant flowers, trees & vegetation
Sunset / Sunrise
Capture deeply saturated sunsets, sunrises, clouds & skies
Landscape / Architecture
Capture impactful landscapes, cityscapes & architectural elements
Fireworks / Lightning
Capture powerful fireworks & lightning (tripod required)
Moon
Capture sharp & detailed shots of the moon (tripod required)
Waterfall / Stream
Capture silky smooth waterfalls, streams & moving water (tripod required)
Quick Reference
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed & more
Cheat Cards for the Nikon D5100 + 55-300mm Lens Add to Cart
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CHEAT CARDS FOR THENikon D5100 + Tamron/Sigma All-in-One Lens

Includes 28 Cheat Cards (in PDF format) for the Nikon D5100 and the Tamron/Sigma All-in-One (18-200mm, 18-250mm, 18-270mm, 16-300mm) lens that can be printed at home or viewed on an iPhone, Android, iPad, Fire or computer.
Nikon D5100 + Tamron/Sigma All-in-One Lens
Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, outdoors during the day
Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, outdoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, outdoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture memorable group photos, outdoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors during the day
Concerts / Performances (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, outdoors during the day
Sports / Action (Daytime - Outdoors)
Freeze fast moving subjects, outdoors during the day
Motorsports / Races (Daytime - Outdoors)
Isolate vehicles with creative motion blur, outdoors during the day
Airshows
Capture aircraft in flight
Wildlife / Animals
Photograph animals in their natural habitat
Birds
Freeze swift moving birds
Food (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture delectable food shots, outdoors during the day
Food (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture delectable food shots, indoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture professional product shots, outdoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture professional product shots, indoors during the day
Flowers / Plants
Capture vibrant flowers, trees & vegetation
Sunset / Sunrise
Capture deeply saturated sunsets, sunrises, clouds & skies
Landscape / Architecture
Capture impactful landscapes, cityscapes & architectural elements
Home Exteriors (Real Estate)
Capture eye-catching residential & commercial real estate exteriors
Home Interiors (Real Estate)
Capture inviting residential & commercial real estate interiors
Fireworks / Lightning
Capture powerful fireworks & lightning (tripod required)
Stars / Galaxies / Northern Lights
Capture detailed night skies, rich with color (tripod required)
Moon
Capture sharp & detailed shots of the moon (tripod required)
Waterfall / Stream
Capture silky smooth waterfalls, streams & moving water (tripod required)
Quick Reference
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed & more
Cheat Cards for the Nikon D5100 + Tamron/Sigma All-in-One Lens Add to Cart
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CHEAT CARDS FOR THENikon D5100 + 18-105mm Lens

Includes 28 Cheat Cards (in PDF format) for the Nikon D5100 and the 18-105mm lens that can be printed at home or viewed on an iPhone, Android, iPad, Fire or computer.
Nikon D5100 + 18-105mm
Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, outdoors during the day
Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, outdoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, outdoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture memorable group photos, outdoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors during the day
Concerts / Performances (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, outdoors during the day
Sports / Action (Daytime - Outdoors)
Freeze fast moving subjects, outdoors during the day
Motorsports / Races (Daytime - Outdoors)
Isolate vehicles with creative motion blur, outdoors during the day
Airshows
Capture aircraft in flight
Wildlife / Animals
Photograph animals in their natural habitat
Birds
Freeze swift moving birds
Food (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture delectable food shots, outdoors during the day
Food (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture delectable food shots, indoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture professional product shots, outdoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture professional product shots, indoors during the day
Flowers / Plants
Capture vibrant flowers, trees & vegetation
Sunset / Sunrise
Capture deeply saturated sunsets, sunrises, clouds & skies
Landscape / Architecture
Capture impactful landscapes, cityscapes & architectural elements
Home Exteriors (Real Estate)
Capture eye-catching residential & commercial real estate exteriors
Home Interiors (Real Estate)
Capture inviting residential & commercial real estate interiors
Fireworks / Lightning
Capture powerful fireworks & lightning (tripod required)
Stars / Galaxies / Northern Lights
Capture detailed night skies, rich with color (tripod required)
Moon
Capture sharp & detailed shots of the moon (tripod required)
Waterfall / Stream
Capture silky smooth waterfalls, streams & moving water (tripod required)
Quick Reference
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed & more
Cheat Cards for the Nikon D5100 + 18-105mm Lens Add to Cart
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CHEAT CARDS FOR THENikon D5100 + 18-140mm Lens

Includes 28 Cheat Cards (in PDF format) for the Nikon D5100 and the 18-140mm lens that can be printed at home or viewed on an iPhone, Android, iPad, Fire or computer.
Nikon D5100 + 18-140mm
Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, outdoors during the day
Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, outdoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, outdoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture memorable group photos, outdoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors during the day
Concerts / Performances (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, outdoors during the day
Sports / Action (Daytime - Outdoors)
Freeze fast moving subjects, outdoors during the day
Motorsports / Races (Daytime - Outdoors)
Isolate vehicles with creative motion blur, outdoors during the day
Airshows
Capture aircraft in flight
Wildlife / Animals
Photograph animals in their natural habitat
Birds
Freeze swift moving birds
Food (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture delectable food shots, outdoors during the day
Food (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture delectable food shots, indoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture professional product shots, outdoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture professional product shots, indoors during the day
Flowers / Plants
Capture vibrant flowers, trees & vegetation
Sunset / Sunrise
Capture deeply saturated sunsets, sunrises, clouds & skies
Landscape / Architecture
Capture impactful landscapes, cityscapes & architectural elements
Home Exteriors (Real Estate)
Capture eye-catching residential & commercial real estate exteriors
Home Interiors (Real Estate)
Capture inviting residential & commercial real estate interiors
Fireworks / Lightning
Capture powerful fireworks & lightning (tripod required)
Stars / Galaxies / Northern Lights
Capture detailed night skies, rich with color (tripod required)
Moon
Capture sharp & detailed shots of the moon (tripod required)
Waterfall / Stream
Capture silky smooth waterfalls, streams & moving water (tripod required)
Quick Reference
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed & more
Cheat Cards for the Nikon D5100 + 18-140mm Lens Add to Cart
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CHEAT CARDS FOR THENikon D5100 + 18-200mm Lens

Includes 28 Cheat Cards (in PDF format) for the Nikon D5100 and the 18-200mm lens that can be printed at home or viewed on an iPhone, Android, iPad, Fire or computer.
Nikon D5100 + 18-200mm
Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, outdoors during the day
Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, outdoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, outdoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture memorable group photos, outdoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors during the day
Concerts / Performances (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, outdoors during the day
Sports / Action (Daytime - Outdoors)
Freeze fast moving subjects, outdoors during the day
Motorsports / Races (Daytime - Outdoors)
Isolate vehicles with creative motion blur, outdoors during the day
Airshows
Capture aircraft in flight
Wildlife / Animals
Photograph animals in their natural habitat
Birds
Freeze swift moving birds
Food (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture delectable food shots, outdoors during the day
Food (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture delectable food shots, indoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture professional product shots, outdoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture professional product shots, indoors during the day
Flowers / Plants
Capture vibrant flowers, trees & vegetation
Sunset / Sunrise
Capture deeply saturated sunsets, sunrises, clouds & skies
Landscape / Architecture
Capture impactful landscapes, cityscapes & architectural elements
Home Exteriors (Real Estate)
Capture eye-catching residential & commercial real estate exteriors
Home Interiors (Real Estate)
Capture inviting residential & commercial real estate interiors
Fireworks / Lightning
Capture powerful fireworks & lightning (tripod required)
Stars / Galaxies / Northern Lights
Capture detailed night skies, rich with color (tripod required)
Moon
Capture sharp & detailed shots of the moon (tripod required)
Waterfall / Stream
Capture silky smooth waterfalls, streams & moving water (tripod required)
Quick Reference
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed & more
Cheat Cards for the Nikon D5100 + 18-200mm Lens Add to Cart
Show Table of Contents

CHEAT CARDS FOR THENikon D5100 + 18-300mm Lens

Includes 28 Cheat Cards (in PDF format) for the Nikon D5100 and the 18-300mm lens that can be printed at home or viewed on an iPhone, Android, iPad, Fire or computer.
Nikon D5100 + 18-300mm
Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, outdoors during the day
Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, outdoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, outdoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture memorable group photos, outdoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors during the day
Concerts / Performances (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, outdoors during the day
Sports / Action (Daytime - Outdoors)
Freeze fast moving subjects, outdoors during the day
Motorsports / Races (Daytime - Outdoors)
Isolate vehicles with creative motion blur, outdoors during the day
Airshows
Capture aircraft in flight
Wildlife / Animals
Photograph animals in their natural habitat
Birds
Freeze swift moving birds
Food (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture delectable food shots, outdoors during the day
Food (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture delectable food shots, indoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture professional product shots, outdoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture professional product shots, indoors during the day
Flowers / Plants
Capture vibrant flowers, trees & vegetation
Sunset / Sunrise
Capture deeply saturated sunsets, sunrises, clouds & skies
Landscape / Architecture
Capture impactful landscapes, cityscapes & architectural elements
Home Exteriors (Real Estate)
Capture eye-catching residential & commercial real estate exteriors
Home Interiors (Real Estate)
Capture inviting residential & commercial real estate interiors
Fireworks / Lightning
Capture powerful fireworks & lightning (tripod required)
Stars / Galaxies / Northern Lights
Capture detailed night skies, rich with color (tripod required)
Moon
Capture sharp & detailed shots of the moon (tripod required)
Waterfall / Stream
Capture silky smooth waterfalls, streams & moving water (tripod required)
Quick Reference
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed & more
Cheat Cards for the Nikon D5100 + 18-300mm Lens Add to Cart
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CHEAT CARDS FOR THENikon D5100 + 50mm f/1.4G Lens

Includes 28 Cheat Cards (in PDF format) for the Nikon D5100 and the 50mm f/1.4G lens that can be printed at home or viewed on an iPhone, Android, iPad, Fire or computer.
Nikon D5100 + 50mm f/1.4G
Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, outdoors during the day
Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors during the day
Portrait (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors at night
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, outdoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors at night
Child Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, outdoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors during the day
Child Portrait (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors at night
Family / Group (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture memorable group photos, outdoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors during the day
Family / Group (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors at night
Concerts / Performances (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, outdoors during the day
Concerts / Performances (Low Light)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, in low light
Sports / Action (Daytime - Outdoors)
Freeze fast moving subjects, outdoors during the day
Sports / Action (Low Light)
Freeze fast moving subjects, in low light
Wildlife / Animals
Photograph animals in their natural habitat
Food (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture delectable food shots, outdoors during the day
Food (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture delectable food shots, indoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture professional product shots, outdoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture professional product shots, indoors during the day
Flowers / Plants
Capture vibrant flowers, trees & vegetation
Sunset / Sunrise
Capture deeply saturated sunsets, sunrises, clouds & skies
Landscape / Architecture
Capture impactful landscapes, cityscapes & architectural elements
Fireworks / Lightning
Capture powerful fireworks & lightning (tripod required)
Stars / Galaxies / Northern Lights
Capture detailed night skies, rich with color (tripod required)
Waterfall / Stream
Capture silky smooth waterfalls, streams & moving water (tripod required)
Quick Reference
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed & more
Cheat Cards for the Nikon D5100 + 50mm f/1.4G Lens Add to Cart
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CHEAT CARDS FOR THENikon D5100 + 85mm f/1.8G Lens

Includes 28 Cheat Cards (in PDF format) for the Nikon D5100 and the 85mm f/1.8G lens that can be printed at home or viewed on an iPhone, Android, iPad, Fire or computer.
Nikon D5100 + 85mm f/1.8G
Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, outdoors during the day
Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors during the day
Portrait (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture detailed portraits with smooth backgrounds, indoors at night
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, outdoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors during the day
Baby Portrait (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture bright baby portraits, indoors at night
Child Portrait (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, outdoors during the day
Child Portrait (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors during the day
Child Portrait (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture sharp child portraits, indoors at night
Family / Group (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture memorable group photos, outdoors during the day
Family / Group (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors during the day
Family / Group (Nighttime - Indoors)
Capture memorable group photos, indoors at night
Concerts / Performances (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, outdoors during the day
Concerts / Performances (Low Light)
Capture candid shots of performers & entertainers, in low light
Sports / Action (Daytime - Outdoors)
Freeze fast moving subjects, outdoors during the day
Sports / Action (Low Light)
Freeze fast moving subjects, in low light
Wildlife / Animals
Photograph animals in their natural habitat
Food (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture delectable food shots, outdoors during the day
Food (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture delectable food shots, indoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Outdoors)
Capture professional product shots, outdoors during the day
Products (Daytime - Indoors)
Capture professional product shots, indoors during the day
Flowers / Plants
Capture vibrant flowers, trees & vegetation
Sunset / Sunrise
Capture deeply saturated sunsets, sunrises, clouds & skies
Landscape / Architecture
Capture impactful landscapes, cityscapes & architectural elements
Fireworks / Lightning
Capture powerful fireworks & lightning (tripod required)
Stars / Galaxies / Northern Lights
Capture detailed night skies, rich with color (tripod required)
Waterfall / Stream
Capture silky smooth waterfalls, streams & moving water (tripod required)
Quick Reference
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed & more
Cheat Cards for the Nikon D5100 + 85mm f/1.8G Lens Add to Cart
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F.A.Q.'s

What is a Cheat Card?

Each Cheat Card includes my tried and true, custom settings for capturing a wide variety of subjects and scenes using the Nikon D5100 and select lenses. By zeroing in on a specific camera and lens combination, I can provide you with very detailed settings, which improves your odds of capturing a keeper.

Will the Cheat Cards help me take better photos?

One of the biggest frustrations for most people is investing hundreds of dollars in a camera and feeling overwhelmed by the learning curve and underwhelmed by the results. The Cheat Cards eliminate any guesswork and provide a simple step-by-step recipe that puts you in the best position to take a beautiful photo. Even better, I'm available to answer any questions you might have along the way. So if a photo doesn't turn out quite as expected, you can email me anytime at support@cameratips.com.

Are the Cheat Cards foolproof?

I created the Cheat Cards for beginners and absolute newbies. Each scenario has simple step-by-step instructions for setting up your camera, along with some tips for capturing the shot. There's also a quick reference card that'll help you locate and adjust all the settings on your camera. If you get stuck, you can email me anytime at support@cameratips.com. My ultimate goal is to help you take better photos.

Do you offer refunds?

Yes, of course. If for some reason you're not happy with the cheat cards, just email me at support@cameratips.com and I will refund your purchase no questions asked. Not only will you get to keep the set you originally purchased, but I'm happy to offer continued support with any questions you might have regarding your camera or taking pictures in a certain situation.

Do you offer bulk discounts?

Yes, I offer a buy two get one free deal. To claim the discount, add three cheat cards to your cart, locate the "Got a code?" link just above the checkout button and enter the coupon code: B2G1FREE

Do I need to purchase cheat cards for all my lenses?

If you have lenses that are similar, say two prime lenses or two telephoto zoom lenses, chances are you don't need to purchase multiple sets. However, if you have lenses that are quite different, say a kit lens and a prime lens, then I recommend buying one for each. If you're not sure, please don't hesitate to email me at support@cameratips.com. I'd be happy to let you know which sets to purchase based on the lenses that you own.

What if I upgrade my camera in the future?

If you upgrade your camera to a new model, I'm more than happy to also upgrade your cheat cards based on the sets you previously purchased. Just email me at support@cameratips.com and I'd be happy to issue you a set of Cheat Cards for your new camera.

What's included with my purchase?

The Cheat Cards are organized into a single PDF file, which can be printed or viewed on many different devices.

How will I receive the Cheat Cards?

Upon payment, you'll be immediately presented with a download link. You'll also receive a follow up email with a download link for future reference.

Is it compatible with my phone, tablet or computer?

The Cheat Cards are compatible with all iOS (iPhone/iPad), Android, Mac and PC devices. If you can view PDF files using an app or program, then you're good to go!

How do I open or view the Cheat Cards?

On your computer: Open up the email with the download link and save the cheat cards in a location that can easily be found. Then double click on the PDF file to open it in Adobe Reader. If you don't already have Adobe Reader, you can download it for free here.

On your iPhone or iPad: Open up the email with the download link. Copy the link, open up the Safari app and copy/paste the url. Once the download page appears, click the download button and wait for the cheat cards to open. Then tap the screen and you should see a "Save to iBooks" button. This will save it to the built-in iBooks app for future reference.

On your Android Device: I recommend first downloading the free Adobe Reader app. Once it's installed, open up the email with the download link. You should have the option to open the file using the Adobe Reader app, which will also save it for future reference. If you have trouble opening the PDF on your Android device, go to your Applications and select the "My Files" app or use any file manager/explorer app. Then, navigate to the downloads folder and tap the cheat cards PDF file to open it.

On your Amazon Fire: I recommend first downloading the free Adobe Reader app. Once it's installed, open up the email with the download link. Download the PDF to your Amazon Fire. You should have the option to open the file using the Adobe Reader app, which will also save it for future reference.

What size are the Cheat Cards?

When printed, each Cheat Card is 2" x 3.5" inches (same size as a standard business card). When viewed on a mobile device, the Cheat Card fits to the dimensions of your phone or tablet. For those with poor eyesight, I recommend rotating your device to the horizontal orientation. This will enlarge the text and make it easier to read.

Can I print the Cheat Cards?

Yes, feel free to print the Cheat Cards at home or at a local print shop. If the print shop needs approval for printing, you can refer them to this page.

How do I print multiple Cheat Cards per page?

Open up the cheat cards in Adobe Reader, you can download it for free here. Then go to 'File' -> 'Print' and a print, dialog box will pop up. Under the 'Page Sizing & Handling' area, click the 'Multiple' button and select 6 pages per sheet. This will allow you to print multiple cards per sheet at the correct size.

What's the best way to laminate the Cheat Cards?

Once printed, each Cheat Card should be 4x3.5 inches (single-sided). Just fold it down the middle, glue or double-stick tape the blank side together and then laminate it. The finished card will be 2x3.5 inches, which is the same size as a business card...great for storing inside a wallet, purse or small camera bag.

Can I share the Cheat Cards with family & friends?

The funds I earn from these Cheat Cards go directly to supporting my growing family (wife, three young boys and a baby girl). If you like Camera Tips and would like to support me, I encourage you to direct your family and friends to this page so they can purchase the Cheat Cards for themselves. Thanks for your support! :)

Support

If you have ANY trouble at all, you can contact me at support@cameratips.com. I usually reply back within a hour or two during normal business hours (8am to 5pm CST, Monday through Friday). If you email me over the weekend, I will get back to you first thing Monday morning.