Nov 02
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Praise for Creative DSLR Photography:
“Those who take their digital photography seriously will find the book an invaluable guide.” Steve Bavister, photographer
Praise for Chris Weston’s MASTERING YOUR DIGITAL SLR:
“I would have purchased Chris Weston’s MASTERING YOUR DIGITAL SLR simply for its photos. Just looking at the book makes the reader want to get up, get the camera, and begin shooting, but most how-to books on photography have beautiful pictures, and many times they can be sparse on content. I found that this book has both good content and inspiring shots.”
“This is the best digital photography book I have bought. The writing is very clear and full of tips. I especially like the topic on exposure compensation and white balance and certainly benefit a lot from the book while exploring the features on my Canon 350D. The pictures are very good (beautif (more…)
Oct 25
Are you ready to go beyond the basics with your digital SLR camera but are unsure which interchangeable lens or two to buy and more importantly, how and when to use each lens? “David Busch?s Quick Snap Guide to Using Digital SLR Lenses” offers focused, concise information and techniques on how to use different lenses to take great photographs. You?ll begin with a quick overview of how lenses work and the types of lenses available, including normal, telephoto, wide-angle, prime, and zoom. Then you?ll explore typical lens controls and features such as focus rings, depth-of-field scales, and image stabilization, and how particular settings can help improve your photography. Once you have the basics down you?ll learn how to create cool effects using lens filters and accessories, and how to select the best lens aperture for particular types of photos. Finally, you?ll go in-depth with telephoto, wide-angle, and macro lenses. Each topic or concept is explained using a clear (more…)
Oct 17
Review
“Now, heres a professional photographer who is also a professional writer…I AM impressed and think the sales potential is astronomical!” -Shan Canfield, photographer and photography educator –Shan Canfield, photographer and photography educator
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“Now, here’s a professional photographer who is also a professional writer…I AM impressed and think the sales potential is astronomical!” -Shan Canfield, photographer and photography educator
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Oct 11
Welcome to the D90, Nikon?s newest full-featured?yet compact and affordable?digital SLR camera. David Busch?s Nikon D90 Guide to Digital SLR Photography shows you how to maximize your camera?s robust feature set, blazing fast automatic focus, the real-time preview system Live View, HDTV movie-making capabilities, and the Retouch mode that allows you to edit your picture in the camera, to take outstanding photos. You?ll learn how, when, and, most importantly, why to use each of the cool features and functions of your camera to take eye-popping photographs. Introductory chapters will help you get comfortable with the basics of your camera before you dive right into exploring creative ways to apply the Nikon D90?s exposure modes, focus controls, and electronic flash options. You?ll also find loads of helpful information and tips on choosing lenses, flash units, and software products to use with your new camera. Beautiful, full-color images illustrate where the essent (more…)
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Oct 03
Amazon.com Review Citing the Nikon D300’s high-ISO performance, sophisticated autofocus system, 6 frames per second shooting speed, and an astoundingly sharp 3-inch LCD screen, all for less than $2,000, PopPhoto declared the Nikon D300 the camera of the year for 2007. Nikon D300 Digital Field Guide is filled with everything you need to know in order to take amazing photographs using your Nikon D300. This full-color portable guide walks you through the essential controls, features, an (more…)
Oct 01
Start taking the best photos of your life–today Your Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 has dozens of amazing features. Would you rather spend hours studying the manual or snapping pictures? This guide gets you on the fast track, with full-color illustrations that help you identify and understand every button and dial and the effects you can shoot for. Learn to use every control, what pitfalls to dodge, and the secrets of capturing spectacular images in more than 20 shooting situations. Wherever your A100 goes, this book should go too. * Follow an illustrated road map that makes it easy to locate the controls on your camera and learn what each does * Review photographic essentials including exposure, lighting, and lens choices * Learn to capture great images of tricky subjects like flowers, pets, sporting events, sunsets, and fireworks * Explore such techniques as fill flash, infrared, panoramic, macro, and filter effect photography * Troubleshoot potential problems (more…)
Sep 27
Have you unpacked your new Nikon D60 digital SLR camera and want to get started right away taking great pictures? “David Busch?s Nikon D60 Guide to Digital SLR Photography” will show you how, when, and, most importantly, why to use all the cool features and functions of your camera to take eye-popping photographs. Introductory chapters will help you get comfortable with the basics of your camera before you dive right into exploring creative ways to apply the D60?s exposure modes, focus controls, and electronic flash options. More comprehensive than any of the pocket-sized camera guides, this book is chock full of hands-on tips for choosing lenses, flash units, and software products. Beautiful, full-color images illustrate where the essential buttons and dials are, so you?ll quickly learn how to use your Nikon D60, and use it well.
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With more than a million books in print, David D. Busch is a best-selling author of books on digital photography and i (more…)
Sep 27
Have you unpacked your new Nikon D60 digital SLR camera and want to get started right away taking great pictures? “David Busch?s Nikon D60 Guide to Digital SLR Photography” will show you how, when, and, most importantly, why to use all the cool features and functions of your camera to take eye-popping photographs. Introductory chapters will help you get comfortable with the basics of your camera before you dive right into exploring creative ways to apply the D60?s exposure modes, focus controls, and electronic flash options. More comprehensive than any of the pocket-sized camera guides, this book is chock full of hands-on tips for choosing lenses, flash units, and software products. Beautiful, full-color images illustrate where the essential buttons and dials are, so you?ll quickly learn how to use your Nikon D60, and use it well.
About the Author
With more than a million books in print, David D. Busch is a best-selling author of books on digital photography and i (more…)
Sep 23
It’s like having a Sony A700 expert right in your living room! TAKE FULL ADVANTAGE of your camera’s impressive features by following this authoritative DVD guide. The experts at Magic Lantern go beyond the camera instruction book to show you exactly what you need to know to get great pictures. Created by photographers for photographers, this over seventy-five minute in-depth, instructional DVD is like having a one-on-one workshop with a Sony A700 digital SLR expert right in your own home! You can learn at your own pace and easily navigate between different topics and review specific chapters at anytime. Whether this is your first digital SLR or you are an experienced digital photographer, you’ll soon be taking great pictures and expanding your creative boundaries with your Sony A700.
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Sep 20
If you’re a serious photographer, you know that no other camera offers as much sophistication and versatility as the digital SLR. The drawback to this sophistication comes in the form of tedious and lengthy user manuals that can make it difficult to find the essential information you need to get started. Quick Snap Guide to Digital SLR Photography provides you with a concise introduction to the most important features of your dSLR camera. Each topic is covered in two- or four-page spreads with plenty of illustrations and images, making it easy to follow along. Eliminating the frustration of timeconsuming user manuals, this book is the ideal guide for any new dSLR owner who wants to start taking great pictures right away.
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With more than a million books in print, David D. Busch is a best-selling author of books on digital photography and imaging technology, and the originator of popular series like “David Busch’s Pro Secrets” and “David Busch’s Quick S (more…)
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Sep 15
Taking pictures is more than just pointing the camera and pressing a button. To get the kind of photos you really want, you’ll need to learn a little bit about your camera. You can transition from taking snapshots to producing inspired images that you will cherish forever. It’s not hard; these JumpStart Guides from MasterWorks will show you how. The following topics are covered on each DVD: The Features and Functions of Your Camera. Manual and Automatic White Balance. ISO Settings. Different Quality Settings. Reading and Using a Histogram. Basic Principles of Photography. Depth of Field. Aperture vs. Shutter Priority. Program Mode. Composition. Getting Sharp Images. Storing and Carrying Your Camera. Selecting and Using a Tripod. Lenses and Filters. Digital Media Options. Getting Your Photos into Your Computer. Tips and Tricks
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Sep 14
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