Digital SLR Cameras and Photography For Dummies

Getting up to speed on dSLRs is a snap with this portable
guide!
You've decided to move up to a dSLR and start taking more
control over your photography. Terrific! Today's dSLRs are better
than ever, and this book teaches you about both the technology and
the techniques that help you get fantastic photos. Tour your
camera's features, master the controls, compose great shots, and
edit to perfection ? here's how!






Not your father's SLR ? explore the newest features of
dSLRs from all leading dSLR makers





Special stuff ? learn to make the most of exposure
controls and use various lenses





The format formula ? find out about JPEG, RAW, TIFF, and
proprietary formats such as PSD and DNG





Better than great ? compare image-editing software and
learn to manipulate backgrounds, patch and clone defects, and
create composites





Putting it together ? find out how to compose memorable
shots






Open the book and find:






Special camera features like HDR and anti-shake





Gear you'll want to own





Focus and exposure secrets





Creative ways to use telephoto and wide-angle lenses





Cool tips for shooting portraits, architecture, and landscape
photos





When to shoot RAW and JPEG at once





Hints for getting perfect flash photos





Great tips for taking the best travel photos






Learn to:






Take control of your camera's exposure settings for better
pictures





Choose the right lens for your photo shoot





Edit photos to remove mistakes and enhance color






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