Sep 06

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Photography Essentials

Don?t be camera shy! The focus is on the basics. Presented in concise, intuitive style, this guide has everything amateur photographers need to know to produce great images?whether shooting in digital or film. Best of all, each chapter includes FAQs and full-color visual examples to turn good shots into great shots. Professional photographer Mark Jenkinson shares tips and tricks for: ? Understanding how the features and controls affect Photographs ? Making the best use of manual, aperture priority, and shutter priority settings ? Shooting moving objects ? Shooting in bright light or nighttime settings ? Adjusting depth of field ? Improving composition and lighting ? Choosing the best format for storing digital images

About the AuthorMark Jenkinson is an award-winning photographer and the author of over 30 photojournalistic feature stories for such magazines as Men?s Journal, Fortune, Town & Country, Men?s Health, and Discovery, as well as human interest and cel (more…)

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Aug 30

Nikon D60 Digital Field Guide

As an introductory level digital SLR, the Nikon D60 offers one-button simplicity using the Auto function or countless options using the more complex manual controls. Nikon D60 Digital Field Guide is filled with everything you need to know to capture amazing photographs using your Nikon 60. Starting with a Quick Tour, which will help you use your Nikon D60 straight out of the box, this book will help you graduate from using the Auto function in every situation to using the more complex manual controls with confidence. This full-color portable guide walks you through the essential controls, features, and functions of the Nikon D60 digital SLR using step-by-step instructions and full-color images of each menu screen. This robust guide not only shows you how to adjust white balance, autofocus, exposure, and choose lenses, it also teaches you when and why you should adjust each of these key settings. Additionally, the Nikon D60 Digital Field Guide goes beyond camera set (more…)

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Aug 29

David Busch's Nikon D300 Guide to Digital SLR Photography

Have you unpacked your new Nikon D300 digital SLR camera and want to get started right away taking professional quality pictures? David Busch?s Nikon D300 Guide to Digital SLR Photography will show you how, when, and why to use all the cool features, controls, and functions of your camera to take great photographs of anything. After a brief introduction to the camera to help you get your bearings, you?ll dive right into all the exciting, innovative capabilities of the D300 includ (more…)

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Aug 24

Telephoto Lens Photography (Amherst Media's Photo-Imaging Series)

Review“A basic guide to using telephoto lenses, with chapters on telephoto advantages, choosing a lens, getting the best image quality, and taking pictures of wildlife, people, sports, and landscapes. Also covers travel photography, close-ups, and telephoto composition. Includes a question-and-answer section, lists of manufacturers, a glossary, and color and b&w photos. Captions for photos include information on focal length of the lens used to take the picture.”  —Book News

The complete guide to telephoto lenses, with tips for shooting wildlife photos, sports and action shots, portraits, outdoor landscapes, and other pictures with your telephoto lens. Includes over 100 black and white and color photos.

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Aug 22

Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 Digital Field Guide

Digital SLRs can be both exciting and intimidating. Focus on the fun with this portable guide! Clear explanations show you how to use every setting on your Sony DSLR-A200 and make the most of the 10.2 megapixel CCD image sensor, Super SteadyShot image stabilization, dynamic range optimization, and other top-of-the-line features. Refresh your knowledge of photography basics like composition, shutter speed, aperture, and lighting; explore creative suggestions and advice for photographing kids, concerts, wildlife, even online auction items; and learn the best ways to download, view, and print your photos.

From the Back CoverFocus on the fun you’ll have with your Sony DSLR-A200 Stepping up to a digital SLR can be both exciting and intimidating. This portable guide lets you focus on the excitement. Clear explanations show you how to use every setting and make the most of the 10.2 megapixel CCD image sensor, Super SteadyShot image stabilization, dynamic range optimiza (more…)

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Aug 14

Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 Digital Field Guide

The Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 Digital Field Guide is filled with everything you need to know in order to take amazing photographs using your Sony Alpha A700 digital SLR camera. This full-color portable guide walks you through the essential controls, features, and functions of the A700 using step-by-step instructions and full-color images of each menu screen. This robust guide not only shows you how to adjust white balance, autofocus, exposure, and choose lenses, it also teaches you when and why you should adjust each of these key settings. The Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 Digital Field Guide goes beyond camera settings to offer you a refresher guide to the principles of digital photography, covering the essentials of lighting, composition, and exposure. Filled with amazing examples, this book also presents a variety of tips and tricks to capturing portraits, candids, sports, travel, macro photography, and much more.

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Aug 03

Digital SLR Cameras & Photography For Dummies

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“This book is split into clear sections and interspersed with photographs and bullet points, which along with the friendly language makes it an enjoyable read…” (What Digital Camera? 1st March 2006)“This book is split into clear sections and interspersed with photographs and bullet points, which along with the friendly language makes it an enjoyable read…” (What Digital Camera? 1st March 2006) “excellent choice” (Amateur Photographer, Saturday 22nd September 2007)

Whether you own a Digital SLR camera or are thinking of buying one, with this guide, you’ll give it your best shot! It has info to help you choose the right camera and accessories, and then use them right. Digital SLR Cameras & Photography For Dummies covers the hardware, the software, and the techniques you need to take top-notch digital photos with your dSLR. This guide will get you clicking with information on: The advantages of a dSLR camera: more control over what porti (more…)

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Jul 20

David Busch's Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi/450D Guide to Digital SLR Photography

As the new owner of a Digital Rebel XSi/450 you are serious about photography and want to take professional-looking photographs. You also want to quickly and easily discover how, when, and why to use the most important features of your cutting-edge camera. “Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi/450 Guide to Digital SLR Photography” provides you with a concise guide to the essential functions and features of the Digital Rebel XSi/450, teaching you how to select the best autofocus mode, shut (more…)

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Jul 16

David Busch's Pentax K200D Guide to Digital SLR Photography

As the new owner of a Pentax K200D, you are serious about photography and want to take outstanding pictures. You also want to quickly and easily discover how, when, and why to use the most important features of your cutting-edge camera. David Busch?s Pentax K200D 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 Pentax K200D?s exposure modes, focus controls, and electronic flash options. This book is chock full of hands-on tips for choosing lenses, flash units, and software products to use with your new camera. Beautiful, full-color images illustrate where the essential buttons and dials are, so you?ll quickly learn how to use your Pentax K200D, and use it well.

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Jul 13

Sony Alpha DSLR-A300/A350 Digital Field Guide

Spectacular photos begin with your Sony Alpha and this book. With its Alpha A300 and A350 cameras, Sony has blurred the distinction between introductory and advanced dSLRs. With the expert advice in this book, you’ll learn to use every menu and control perfectly and gain insight into setting up and capturing shots that will amaze you.  Reach beyond the automatic settings and take control of exposure, shutter speed, white balance, and every creative element that makes photography an art. Part I explores using your Sony Alpha A300 or A350 straight out of the box. Starting with an in depth look at the Sony Quick AF Live View System, this part of the book also explores all the external controls, explaining the purpose and function of each button, dial, and switch. Understanding your camera’s menu system is crucial to getting great results with the A300 or the A350, and of course the book will also teach you how to maneuver through all of your camera’s menus. You (more…)

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Jul 05

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III Digital Field Guide

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III Digital Field Guide

Essential, no-fail photography techniques in a full-color, portable guide Confidently create beautiful photographs with the powerful features on your Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III camera and this essential guide. A workhorse camera for photojournalists and sports and wildlife photographers, the 1Ds Mark III yields spectacular results, once you master its intricacies. This easy-to-follow book is the latest in the bestselling Digital Field Guide series that has taught thousands of pho (more…)

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Jun 18

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Canon EOS Digital Cameras

Smile and say?Canon EOS! This guide has everything you need to learn about Canon EOS cameras?quickly. With a full- color photo insert and illustrated diagrams, this comprehensive guide fits inside a camera bag but is packed with information on every feature and setting; exposure, aperture, shutter speed, and depth of field; maximizing lighting and creating different effects; choosing the best lenses; converting RAW images, editing, printing, and much more. –The most comp (more…)

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