Book Review: Digital SLR Cameras & Photography For Dummies

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“…simple to understand” (Which Digital Camera, October 2008)”…simple to understand” (Which Digital Camera, October 2008)

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Understanding exactly how a digital SLR (dSLR) works can help you use its exciting capabilities to their fullest potential. Whether you aim to become a serious photo hobbyist, are interested in turning pro, or want to take advantage of the improved control that dSLRs give you over your photography, this fun and friendly reference will show you how to maximize everything a dSLR has to offer so that you can improve your photography skills, increase your picture-taking and image-editing knowledge, and ultimately, take better photos. Written with just the right balance of technology and techniques in mind, this guide provides you with the know-how on everything from getting acquainted with the basic key features of the technology (lenses, sensors and image processors, and exposure and focusing systems) to the nuanc (more…)

Posted by Chun in April 23rd, 2009

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Huey Said in March 28th, 2009 @1:32 am

4.0 out of 5 stars
Help from a Friend
Both books are full of useful information, and products that the pros
would use everyday. The best part being, the format in which it is
presented, where you are the…

Zero Said in March 28th, 2009 @1:32 am

5.0 out of 5 stars
Great tips from a pro
I am only half way through the first book, but I am very happy with my purchase. There are great tips from a professional photog that you would only get if you were on the job…

Lunet Said in March 28th, 2009 @1:32 am

5.0 out of 5 stars
Scott Kelby’s Digital Potography Vol 1 and Vol1
As ever this is an exceptional Kelby book. His light and common sense approach makes even the most technical aspects of photography easier to grasp.

Heman Said in March 28th, 2009 @1:32 am

5.0 out of 5 stars
Just What I Needed
I’m yoinking this from the back cover:
“If you and I were out on a shoot, and you asked me, ‘Hey, how do I get this flower to be in focus, with the background out of…

Xochitl Said in March 28th, 2009 @1:32 am

5.0 out of 5 stars
scott kelby digital photography
great non-techie guide to photography and getting great pictures, delivered with a fun and hands-on approcach

Baby Doll Strollers Said in March 28th, 2009 @1:32 am

4.0 out of 5 stars
SImple – But Great
This book is very simple, but I loved it and loved the references it gave me for more information.

Xanadu Said in March 28th, 2009 @1:32 am

5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome stuff
I unfortunately bought this from “brick and nortar” on my way to the airport for a trip. But I wanted some reading material.

Bathroom Safety Products Said in March 28th, 2009 @1:32 am

5.0 out of 5 stars
To-the Point Learning with Some Laughs
These books are great if you just want to get to the point of how to shoot certain subjects. With minium frills and enhanced with some light humor, this book is great for a…

Badru Said in March 28th, 2009 @1:32 am

5.0 out of 5 stars
Great books especially for serious amateurs/ semi-pros
I just opened the package 2 hours ago, and I couldn’t put down Book1 since. I started getting into photography but started with the wrong books.

Badru Said in March 28th, 2009 @1:32 am

4.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent how-to for non-pros
The best book(s) on how to shoot specific situations, from portraits to landscapes to weddings. Equally applicable to regular and digital cameras.

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