Getting the right exposure can be tricky when you are starting out. It is one of the common reasons for bad photographs and even point and shoot photographers are not immune. It is right up there with chopping peoples heads off and camera shake.
Photodoto explains Managing dynamic range through better metering
Have you ever shot a photograph of someone with their back to a bright source of light such as the setting sun or sky? Was the person underexposed (too dark)? This is a direct consequence of what is called dynamic range and “compromise” metering being done by your digital camera. The human eye is an amazing thing. Modern cameras don’t even come close to touching the capabilities of your average, human optic system. One astounding feat is its ability to see detail in every part of a scene consisting of a huge range of dark and bright areas. You can see detail in shadow and in bright areas simultaneously. It’s something you take for granted — until you start taking photographs with a digital camera.
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