If you want to really learn digital photography... if you have a digital camera but don't understand half of its features... if you are considering moving up from an old "film-style" camera to a digital camera but aren't quite sure what kind of camera to get... this book was written just for you. Digital photography is not complicated once you know a few basics. In fact, it's way easier than "regular old photography." In fact, there are only a few key tricks and tactics that can make you TEN TIMES better as a digital photographer once you know them. Here's just some of what's inside: - All about going digital - the hows and whys of digital photography, and why it makes your photographs better. - Photography 101 - yes, this is the world's quickest & simplest "get up to speed" guide on taking great pictures. - Choosing a camera - If you don't have a camera yet, or you're thinking of getting a different one, this checklist will make your choice simple. - Accessories you need - hey, don't let camera salesperson load you up with a bunch of junk you don't need. Here's what you do need - plain and simple. - The clear guide to lenses - the basic lenses that will give you all the photo firepower you'll ever need. - A firm foundation: your tripod. This simple tool will go a long way to making you a pro. Simple tripod tricks make you look like Ansel Adams! - The secret lighting method pros use. Forget the flash! When you use this secret tool, you'll be amazed at how much better your photos look. - Your basic photo toolbox. Just a handful of tools you must have in your toolbox to take great photos. - Extra gadgets that ramp up your "picture power". Add these little babies to your toolkit for the extra edge that sets your photos apart from all the rest. - Camera Settings Clinic. The quick and simple guide to all your camera's settings, when & how to use them, and why "Auto" might not be your friend. - Types of photography and how to do each. - Quick tips to enhance your portraits, landscapes, nature, wildlife, zoo, sports, winter scenes, water shots, night photos, and more. - Printing and Editing. How to "fix" and enhance your photos in simple editing software - and how to print like a pro for pennies on the dollar. - Checklists that get you going. The quick & simple checklists that will have you taking better photos from day one! This just scratches the surface of what's in this book. It gives you everything you need to get started in your new hobby of digital photography today.
