Digital SLR Pocket Guide 2nd Edition
The second edition of Photo Review's Digital SLR Pocket Guide has been completely updated to include recent technological advances. Yet it retains the easy-to-read style and straightforward presentation of its predecessor. If you're in the market for a new DSLR camera - or want to take better pictures with your existing camera - this handy guide will provide the resources you need. Digital SLR Pocket Guide 2nd Edition takes you step-by-step from choosing the right camera and lenses through to understanding the key functions that produce perfectly exposed photos. You will also find advice on printing your best pictures and worthwhile accessories to add to your kit. Written in non-technical language, it provides a practical guide to top-quality digital SLR photography.
Chapters:
1. Choosing a DSLR Camera - A straightforward overview of the types of cameras on the market with advice on choosing the one that suits you best. 2. Larger Sensor, Better Photos - Understand the most critical factors influencing camera performance. 3. Looking at Lenses - Explore picture opportunities in the wonderful world of interchangeable lenses. 4. Focusing and Depth of Field - Discover how to make the most important parts of a scene look sharp in your photos. 5. Exposure Metering - Learn how to adjust exposures to produce perfectly exposed photos. 6. Shooting Modes - Investigate the many shooting modes you can use to ensure properly-exposed pictures on every occasion. 7. ISO and White Balance - Understand two camera functions that can make a real difference to the way your digital photos look. 8. File Formats - Take advantage of the different file formats your camera supports. 9. Live Viewing - Find out about a new feature that makes a DSLR camera as easy to use as a compact digicam. 10. Post-Capture Options - Explore your camera's playback modes. 11. Printing Digital Photos - Realise the potential of your best photos by learning how to print them. 12. Software and Accessories - An overview of bundled software and some of the most useful accessories you can add to a DSLR kit. Glossary - A guide to frequently used terms
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