{"product_id":"the-basic-book-of-photography-isbn-9780452284258","title":"The Basic Book of Photography","description":"For nearly three decades, \u003cb\u003eThe Basic Book of Photography\u003c\/b\u003e has been the ideal handbook for beginning and experienced photographers alike.  This comprehensive edition has been expanded to include the latest technological innovations in digital photography and the most modern methods and products used in traditional film photography. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSo whether you use a single lens reflex (SLR), compact, APS, single-use, instant, or digital camera, you’ll learn everything you need to know about how to operate your photo equipment successfully to produce the most striking pictures. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis greatly expanded edition includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn all new chapter on digital cameras and imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor and outdoor lighting techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of all color, black-and-white, and infrared films\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcedures for processing your own pictures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWays to enjoy your photography on the internet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith more than 395 instructive illustrations and an extensive glossary, \u003cb\u003eThe Basic Book of Photography\u003c\/b\u003e help you become the photographer you always wanted to be.\u003c\/p\u003e | The Basic Book of Photography - 2004 EditionSmile, Say \"Cheese\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. COMPOSING EFFECTIVE PHOTOGRAPHS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePictures with a Purpose\u003cbr\u003eHave a Center of Interest\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePut the Main Subject Off Center\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003erule of thirds, dividing the horizon\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGet in Close\u003cbr\u003eKeep the Horizon Straight\u003cbr\u003eWatch the Background\u003cbr\u003eCheck All Angles\u003cbr\u003eTry Leading Lines\u003cbr\u003eFrame the Subject\u003cbr\u003eVary the Format\u003cbr\u003eInclude Size Indicators\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFocus for Effect \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003edepth of field use\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpose Accurately\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInclude Some Action \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003estop-action, point of reference, chart of suggested shutter speeds, peak of action, panning, using flash, slow shutter speeds, blurring, zooming\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse Good Timing \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003etime of day\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConsider Color \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ealso for black-and-white photography\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse Your Imagination \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ebreaking the rules, experimentation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. OPERATING YOUR CAMERA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ecamera instruction manual\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \"Best\" Camera\"\u003cb\u003eThe 35mm Revolution\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003evarious types of cameras: small-, medium-, and large-format\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSingle Lens Reflex or Compact Camera?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003evarious camera names, various automatic features, viewfinder differences, parallax error, focusing differences, shutter differences\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProtecting Your Camera\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ecamera strap, case, bag, precautions, maintenance\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafeguarding Your Lenses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ecleaning, lens shade, protective filters, lens cap\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHolding the Camera\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ecamera movement\/shake, shutter release technique, self-timer, vibration reduction\/image stabilization, cable release and remote cord, mirror lock-up, eyepiece shutter\/blind\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLoading Your Camera - for Sure\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eautoload, film leader, take-up spool, cassette, chamber, rewing crank\/knob, loading mark, transport reel, sprocket holes, manual loading, film rewind button, transport indicator, frame counter, load indicator, view window, autowind, film prewind, autorewind, film pressure plate\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChanging Partially Exposed Rolls of Film\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003efilm rewind procedures, frame counter, leader retriever, changing bag, reload procedure, APS mid-roll change\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaking Multiple Exposures \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003edouble\/multiple exposures, multiple exposure control, multiexposure mode\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstanding Film Speeds (ISO) \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003elatent image, slow-speed, medium-speed, and high-speed\/fast films, ASA, DIN and ISO film speed rating systems, ISO chart, interrelationships of film speeds, relationship to exposure, exposure meters, auto-exposure cameras\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComprehending Shutter Speeds \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eshutter speed control dial and LCD information panel, focal plane shutters, specific shutter speeds, B (bulb) and T (time) shutter settings, time exposures, lock-screw cable release, trigger-lock and programmable remote cords, interrelationships of shutter speeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdjusting Lens Openings \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eaperture\/diaphragm, specific f\/stops, interrelationships of f\/stops, lens focal length, full stops and half-stops, click stops, interrelationships of lens openings and shutter speeds, auto-exposure cameras, multimode exposure cameras, programmed mode, specialized programmed modes, shutter-priority mode, aperture-priority mode\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFiguring Focus \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eautofocus cameras, autofocus lenses, autofocusing, fixed\/free focus, zone focus, autofocusing single lens reflex cameras (lens focusing ring, focus control switch, focus detection area, and in-focus indicator), focusing screen, automatic lens aperture, manual focusing single lens reflex cameras (split-image rangefinder and microprism focusing collar), distance scale, infinity, point of focus indicator, infrared focus indicator, viewfinder coverage and magnification, high-eyepoint viewfinders, eyecup, diopter correction control, eyepiece correction lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDealing with Depth of Field \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003edepth of field scale and chart, techniques to determine and control depth of field, depth of field preview device, hyperfocal distance\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecognizing Some Common Photo Abbreviations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. DETERMINING EXPOSURE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003etypes of exposure meters: built-in and hand-held\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSetting the Film Speed (ISO)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLCD information panel, film speed dial, range of film speeds\/ISO numbers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSetting the ISO automatically with DX-coded films\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDX (data exchange), film speed controls, exposure index (EI)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstanding Automatic Exposure (AE) Controls\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eauto-exposure (AE) cameras, multimode exposure, exposure mode selector\/control dial, programmed (P) mode, aperture-priority (A) mode, shutter-priority (S) mode, manual (M) mode, specialized programmed exposure modes, aperture-preferred cameras, shutter-preferred cameras\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstanding Exposure Metering Systems\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ethrough-the-lens (TTL) metering, averaging meters, center-weighted metering, spot metering, multizone metering, off-the-film (OTF) flash metering, automatic aperture, open-aperture\/full-aperture metering, depth of field preview, stop-down metering\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorking with Exposure Override Controls\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eexposure lock\/memory lock, backlight mode, exposure compensator, exposure compensation dial, manual exposure\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBracketing for the Best Exposure\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ebracketing technique, exposure latitude, autobracketing\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConcerning Exposure Meter Photocells\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eselenium cell, cadmium sulfide (CdS) cell, silicon photo diode (SPD), silicon blue cell (SBC), metering range, exposure value (EV), sensitivity warnings\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDealing with Exposure Meter and Camera Batteries \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ebattery check, battery sizes, battery types (alkaline, lithium, nickel-cadmium, nickel metal hydride, replaceable and rechargeable), battery chargers, battery precautions\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConsidering Hand-held Exposure Meters \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ereflected-light and incident-light readings, flash meters, color temperature meters, exposure lock, averaging and spot meters, angle of acceptance, zero adjustment\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSimple Alternatives for Setting Exposures \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003efilm instruction data, f\/16 rule of thumb, experienced guess\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaking Accurate Exposure Readings \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eproper exposure, highlight detail, shadow detail, middle\/average tone, extremes in contrast, exposing for the main subject, multizone metering, spot metering, hand reading, photographic gray card, bracketing, exposure latitude, Ansel Adams Zone System\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4. CHOOSING LENSES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003einterchangeable lenses, focal length, subject image size, angle of view\/field of view\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTypes of Lenses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003enormal\/standard lens, telephoto lens, wide-angle lens, fish-eye lens, circular fish-eye lens, full-frame fish-eye lens, ultra-wide-angle lens, list of lens focal lengths and angles of view, fixed\/single focal length, zoom lens, variable aperture zoom lens, macro lens, close-up lens, diopter, extension tubes and bellows, autofocus lenses, camera types with permanently mounted lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDeterming the Quality and Cost of Lenses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003etechnical jargon, cost, optical quality, aspherical lens, apochromatic lens, maximum lens opening, sharpness, internal focusing, image stabilization, gray-market lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMounting Lenses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ebayonet, breech-lock, and screw mounts\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll About Autofocus Lenses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003efocus control switch, focus mode selector, single shot focus, focus priority, continuous focus, release priority, predictive autofocus, film advance control, single frame and continuous advance, high-speed and low-speed continuous advance, electronic rangefinder, in-focus indicator, focus detection area, cross-type and multi AF sensors, wide area and spot area autofocusing, eye-control autofocusing, focusing on off-center subjects, autofocus lock, passive phase detection and active infrared autofocus systems, AF assist\/autofocus illuminator beam, autofocusing limitations, interchangeable focusing screens, freeze\/trap focus\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraising Zippy Zoom Lenses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003euses, features, macro\/close-focus capabilities, variable focal length\/varifocal lenses, one-touch and two-touch controls\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTips for Using Telephoto Lenses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003euses, types, camera movement concerns, tripod, pistol grip and shoulder brace support, maximum lens aperture, depth of field, lens extender\/converter, reflext-type mirror\/catadioptric telephoto\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorking with Wide-Angle Lenses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorking with Wide-Angle Lenses \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003efocal lengths, uses, distortion, depth of field, keystoning, perspective-correction\/control lens\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaking It Big with Macro Lenses \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003emacro\/micro\/close-focus lenses, reproduction ratios, critical focus, ring light, lens reversing\/macro adapter ring\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCreating Large Images with Close-up Lenses \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eaccessory lenses, diopter, focusing ranges, variable close-up lenses, sizes, focusing and framing, parallax error\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNonoptical Options for Making Close-ups\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eextension tubes and bellows\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5. FINDING OUT ALL ABOUT FLASH \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003efill flash, flashbulbs, electronic flash\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDay and Night Uses of Flash\u003cbr\u003eFarewell to Flashbulbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTypes of Flash Equipment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ebuilt-in flash, automatic flash operating range, red-eye reduction, accessory flash unit, shoe-mount flash, hot shoe, accessory shoe, handle-mount flash, flash bracket, studio flash, modeling lights, ring light\/macro flash\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetermining Flash Power\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003elight output, flash guide number, zoom flash head, light output control, flash exposure test\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstanding Flash Synchronization \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003efocal plane shutters, fastest shutter speeds, hot shoe, flash cord sockets, flash synchronization test\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures of Shoe-Mount Flash \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ebrands, feature summary, dedicated autoflash, flash mounting foot, universal dedicated autoflash, hot shoe modules, automatic flash exposure\/autoflash, TTL (through-the-lens) autoflash, off-the-film (OTF) flash metering, flash mode selector, automatic fill flash, non-TTL autoflash, photocell sensor, automatic flash operating ranges, LCD information panel, indicator bar, distance scale, sensor coverage, manual flash control, on\/off power switch, flash status signals (ready light and sufficient light indicator\/confidence light), open flash\/test flash button, tilting and rotating flash head, secondary flash head, catchlight, bounce card, bare-bulb flash, auto-zoom flash head, flash coverage\/angle of illumination, wide-angle flash adapter\/diffuser, telephoto flash adapter, zoom head adjustment button, AF assist\/auto illuminator beam, in-focus indicator, red-eye reduction, preflashes, red-eye reduction pen, flash exposure bracketing, flash exposure compensation, light output\/variable power control, slow sync, ghosting, rear-curtain\/second curtain\/trailing sync, normal\/first curtain\/leading sync, high-speed sync, repeating\/multiple\/stroboscopic flash, slave flash, wireless\/remote slave flash, radio slave, \"use flash\"\/\"flash needed\" signals\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFacts About Flash Batteries\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003etypes (replaceable and rechargeable), recycle time, number of flashes, power-saving\/thyristor circuitry, choosing lithium, alkaline, or nickel-cadmium batteries, battery packs, battery life, battery tester, AC adapter\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConcerns About Flash Cords and Connections \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eoff-camera flash, types of flash cords, TTL sync\/remote cord, non-TTL remote sensor cord, PC cord, faulty cord test, hot shoe flash socket (PC) adapter, wireless remote flash, remote flash sensor, radio slave, wireless TTL auto-exposure flash\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFiguring Manual Flash Exposures \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eflash mode selector, flash guide number, light output\/variable power control, light output f\/stop and flash-to-subject equivalents, interrelationships of film speeds, flash-to-subject distances and f\/stops\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFill Flash for More Flattering Photos \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003efill\/fill-in\/synchro-sunlight flash, balance with the ambient light, dedicated TTL autoflash for fill flash, non-TTL autoflash for fill flash, manual flash for fill flash, adjustments for manual fill flash (light output\/variable power control, zoom flash head, reposition camera\/flash, and covering head with hankerchief), indoor fill flash, lighting ratios\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBounce Flash for Better Pictures \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eflat\/on-camera flash, bounce flash techniques, bounce light reflector, bounce light exposure for dedicated TTL autoflash, sufficient light indicator, open flash button, manual exposure for bounce flash, photographic umbrella\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOther Useful Flash Techniques \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eflash meter, off-camera flash, multiple flash, infrared wireless TTL auto-exposure remote flash, multiple flashes (for open flash\/painting with light, to increase the light, and to increase depth of field), multiple exposure control, repeating flash mode, flash with color filters, filtered fill flash, flash color balance, close-ups with flash\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePractical Considerations with Flash\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003euniform illumination, shadows, flash position, reflective objects, checking closed eyes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6. SELECTING FILMS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ename brands, private label\/store brands, film box, film data, data sheet, expiration date, shelf life, professional film, consumer\/amateur film, refrigerated storage, premium film\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTypes of Film \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ecolor negative\/color print film, color reversal\/color positive\/color transparency\/color slide film, black-and-white film, daylight film, tungsten film, tungsten light, color balance, color temperature, kelvins (K), filters, color sensitivity, panchromatic films, definition, sharpness, resolution\/resolving power, graininess\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecial-Purpose Films \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003einfrared film, copy film, duplicating film, instant slide film, processing Polaroid's instant slide film, black-and-white reversal film, black-and-white chromogenic film, two-for-one\/gimmick film, digitized film images on CDs and DVDs\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpeeds of Film \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISO number, slow-speed, medium-speed and high-speed\/fast films, relative sensitivity of films, exposure equivalents, exposure index (EI), push and pull processing, ASA, DIN, ISO, DX symbol, film speed control, reciprocity effect\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSizes of Films \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e35mm film, cassettes, film leader, bulk film\/long rolls, APS film, roll film, cartridge film, subminiature film, disc film, sheet\/cut film, film holders, film packets\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProcessing of Films \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003efast-photo minilabs, demanding good quality, custom labs, special processing, wholesale photofinishers, mail-order photofinishers, prepaid processing mailers, cost of processing, do-it-yourself processing\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor and Black-and-White Films Currently Available \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003echoosing a film, lists of color negative (print), color reversal (slide), and black-and-white films\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7. IMPROVING PHOTOS WITH FILTERS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003egeneral filter facts (names, colors, numbers, and materials), accessory lenses, screw-in filters, step-up rings, series filters, filter adapters, series filter coverage, slip-on adapters, set-screw adapters, bayonet mounts, filter holder, filter systems, filter manufacturers, removing filters, general categories (light-balancing, conversion, color compensating, correction, and contrast filters), vignetting, autofocusing cautions\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstanding Filter Factors \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eexposure compensation, chart of exposure changes, checking through-the-lens (TTL) meters, resetting hand-held meters\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThree Filters for All Films \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eultraviolet (UV)\/haze filter, skylight filter, polarizing filter, circular and linear polarizing filters, neutral density (ND) filters, chart of ND filters, graduated ND filters\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFilters for Color Photography \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003egeneral categories, why and when to use filters, light-balancing filters, chart of light-balancing filters and effects, warming filters, conversion filters (types and uses), fluorescent light filters, color compensating (CC) filters\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFilters for Black-and-White Photography\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003epanchromatic films, correction filters, contrast filters, Kodak Wratten filters, chart with filter numbers, former names, colors, filter factors and exposure increases, primary and secondary\/complementary colors, filter color absorption and transmitting characteristics, other attributes and uses\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFilters for Fun and Special Effects \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003estar\/cross-screen filter, star effect, diffusion\/soft-focus filter, spot\/clear-center filter, fog filter, accessory lenses, multiple-image lens, split-field lens, diffraction filters, motion filters\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8. CONSIDERING ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTips About Tripods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003evarious uses, avoiding camera shake (self-timer, cable release, and remote cord), tripod brands, construction, legs, leg locks, elevator post, feet, various heads, spirit level, foam insulation, carrying strap and case, minipod, pistol grip, shoulder brace, C-clamp, beanbag, unipod\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConsiderations about Camera Bags \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ehard cases, soft-sided bags, construction, material, shoulder strap, closures, bag configurations and access, identification, hip and chest bags, photo backpacks, photo vests\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMultiple Choices with Multifunction and Data Backs \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003edata back, multifunction back, multicontrol back\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFast Filming with Motor Drives \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eautowinder, motor drive, frames per second, speed controls, time-lapse photography, remote controls\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuying Used Accessory Equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9. USING POINT-AND-SHOOT AND OTHER CONVENIENCE CAMERAS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstamatic, disc, compact 35mm, APS, single-use, instant , and digital cameras\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMastering 35mm Compact Cameras \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003epoint-and-shoot\/lens-shutter cameras, active infrared and passive phase detection autofocus systems, infinity lock, focusing zones, fixed focus lens, focusing frame, wide-area autofocusing, autofocus lock, macro\/close-up mode, parallax error, real image viewfinders, auto-exposure, overriding auto-exposure, backlight mode, exposure compensation, night, bulb\/time, and TV modes, range of shutter speeds and f\/stops, vibration reduction, DX-coded film cassettes, single and dual focal length lenses, zoom lenses, maximum f\/stop, midrange and super zooms, built-in autoflash, flash range, red-eye reduction, preflash, flash-off button, auto fill-flash mode, flash-on button, autowind, auto rewind, film loading mark, film rewind button, prewind, film frame counter, film cassette window, self-timer, variable self-timer, panoramic format, data back and special functions, LCD information panel, battery power, solar power, weatherproof and waterproof cameras\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvoiding Compact Camera Calamities \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003epitfalls to avoid and techniques to remember\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBetter Snapshots with APS (Advanced Photo System) Cameras \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAPS film, film status indicators, mid-roll change, magnetic coating, back-printing, photo file index print, print format control, framing masks, photo players, photo scanners, print quality, camera features, single-use models, Picture Quality Information Exchange (PQIX)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSimple Shooting with Single-Use Cameras \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eone-time-use camera, flash, waterproof and panoramic models, film types, speeds and number of exposures, print sizes, focus range, lens focal lengths, lens openings, shutter speeds, flash range, viewfinders, shirt-pocket models, shooting tips, film frame counter\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlmost Gone But Not Forgotten: Instamatic Cameras \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eavailability of cameras and films\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOn-the-Spot Prints with Polaroid Instant Cameras \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ehistory, peel-apart and integral films, automation, current models and features, instant films, film sizes, development times, lighten\/darken exposure dial, print storage, tips for using instant cameras, 35mm instant films\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Impact of Convenience Cameras\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10. DELVING INTO DIGITAL CAMERAS AND IMAGING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003edigital camera, continuous-tone\/analog images, picture elements\/pixels, scanners, computer hard drive, image-editing software, image manipulation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Digital Camera Difference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLCD (liquid crystal display) monitor, image sensor, buffer, memory card, shutter lag, recycle\/capture rate, burst rate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eResolution Is the Key to Digital Image Quality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eimage quality, high resolution, low resolution, pixels, dots per inch (dpi), image sensor, megapixels, CCD (charge-coupled device), CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor), Foveon X3 chip, recording mode, effective\/recording pixels, exposure time delay, memory storage capacity, RAM (random access memory), MB (megabytes), internal memory, memory\/flash memory cards, GB (gigabytes), types of memory cards, floppy disk, memory card readers\/writers, long-term image storage, CDs, DVDs, PC card adapter, portable digital storage devices, image compression, file formats (JPEG, TIFF, RAW), resolution image, technical specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures of Digital Cameras \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ecamera appearance, zoom lens reflex (ZLR) models, camera brands, autofocus indicators, autofocus lock, autofocus limitations, close-ups, macro mode, parallax error, auto-exposure, lens aperture, shutter speed, exposure compensation mode, ISO exposure settings, noise, exposure metering systems, spot metering, white balance, automatic white balance mode, lenses, zoom lens, optical zoom, digital zoom, interpolation, pixelization\/jaggies, lens converters, focal length multiplier, vignetting, lens adapter, variable maximum aperture, image stabilization\/vibration reduction, LCD monitor, optical viewfinder, parallax error, diopter correction control, electronic viewfinder, autoflash, hot shoe, external flash terminal\/flash cord socket, built-in flash, flash range, flash recharge time, flash ready light, autoflash mode, manual\/fill-in flash mode, red-eye reduction mode, slow sync mode, no flash\/flash off mode, flash exposure compensation, panorama\/stitch mode, movie mode, erase mode, protection mode, index mode, DPOF (digital print order format), self-timer, tripod socket, LCD information panel, AC adapter, computer\/TV connecting cords\/cables, camera\/TV compatibility, slide-show mode, battery types (alkaline and lithium), rechargeable batteries (nickel metal hydride, nickel cadmium, lithium ion), battery packs, camera care, camera purchase tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShowing Off Your Digital Photographs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorking with Digital Image Files\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003edigital\/desktop darkroom, digital image files, computer performance, RAM (random access memory), hard drive\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScanning Prints, Negatives, and Slides\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003einput devices, drum scanner, flatbed scanner, film scanner, transparency adapter, scanner resolution, dots per inch (dpi), dynamic range\/density range, noise, color depth\/bit depth, scanning speed, dust and scratch removal\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeing Creative with Image-Editing Software\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eimage-editing\/image-processing software programs, filters\/effects, templates\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSaving Digital Image Files\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003edigital file formats (JPEG, TIFF)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaking Photo-Quality Digital Prints\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eoutput devices, photo-quality printers, inkjet printers, brands, paper widths, printer speeds, printer resolution, dots per inch (dpi), image-editing software, print size, image resolution, pixels per inch (ppi), interpolation, direct printing, compatible cable connections, printer ink cartridges, print papers, print formats, color management, dye-sublimation printers, laser printers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUsing Photo-Quality Print Papers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003epaper types, brands, surface\/finish, brightness, weight, thickness, special photo print papers, handling print papers, archival permanence\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCopying Digital Images onto Photographic Film\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003efilm recorder\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDisplaying Digital Images on the World Wide Web\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ecomputer modem, resizing image\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLetting Local and Online Photofinishers Do the Work\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eprint ordering procedures, your photos on a Web site, online photo-sharing companies, copying photos to a DVD or a CD\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreserving Digital Images on DVDs and CDs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ebackup copies, DVD\/CD burners, optical versus magnetic storage media, rewritable drive, recordable drive, rewritable discs, recordable discs, DVD players, drive\/disc formats, disc capacities, drive speeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eViewing Photos on Computer Monitors, TVs, and Digital Picture Frames\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDVD player, digital picture frames\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e11. LEARNING ABOUT LIGHTING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003enatural and artificial light, ambient\/existing\/available light\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBasic Types of Lighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003efront\/flat lighting, side lighting, backlighting, silhouette, cross lighting\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOutdoor Lighting Concerns \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003edirectional and diffused lighting, soft and hard lighting, subjects in the shade, top lighting, color casts, light-balancing filter, shadows, backlighting, rainbows, sunsets\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIndoor Lighting, Especially for Portraits \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eumbrella reflector, bounce lighting, portrait lighting plans, main light, fill light, accent\/hair light, snoot, barn doors, background light, seamless paper, cross lighting, tunsten\/hot light, portrait lighting setups at home, photoflood bulbs, tungsten-halogen bulbs, safety precautions for hot lights, flash, modeling lights\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12. PHOTOGRAPHING UNDER SPECIAL CONDITIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShooting with Existing Light and at Night\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eexisting\/available\/ambient light, chart of trial exposures, shutter speeds, time exposures, flash use, high-speed films, increasing film speed, push processing, fast lenses, figuring exposure, exposure techniques, nighttime subjects including fireworks and the moon, photographing television images, choice of films, bracketing exposures, reciprocity effect\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCreating Close-ups and Making Photographic Copies \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ephotomacrography, photomicrography, reproduction ratios, use of macro\/micro lenses, use of lens reversing technique, use of extension tubes and bellows, chart of subject magnifications, use of lens extender\/lens converter\/tele-extender\/teleconverter, use of accessory close-up lenses, diopters, variable close-up lens, focusing and framing concerns, parallax error, exposure, exposure factors, film plane, film plane indicator, critical focusing, plane of focus, depth of field, depth of field preview, avoiding camera movement, flash, for close-ups, ring light\/macro flash, photographic copying, lighting copy subjects, duplicating 35mm slides, slide duplicator, slide copying adapter, film choices, cleaning slides\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHaving Fun with Infrared Films \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003echaracteristics, uses, film speeds, filters, black-and-white infrared film (types, filters, exposures, special handling, and focusing), infrared focus indicator, color infrared film (type, exposures, filters, handling, and special processing)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaking Multiple Exposures \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003etechniques, multiple exposure control, multiexposure mode, exposure, overlapping images, overlapping colors, flash use, light output\/variable power control, open flash\/test flash button, repeating\/multiple\/stroboscopic flash, careful composition, subject suggestions including full moon and ghost images, rear-curtain\/second curtain\/trailing sync, making a physiograph, multiple-image lens, sandwiching images\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlying with Your Camera \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003egeneral advice, focusing, active infrared autofocus, infinity lock, subjects, weather, timing, shutter speeds, filters, chartering aircraft\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdventuring Underwater with a Camera \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ewaterproof single-use cameras, waterproof 35mm and APS automatic compact cameras, sports cameras, amphibious cameras, Nikonos, SLR underwater camera, waterproof camera housings (brands, types, features, and depth limitations), water's effect on light, decrease in light intensity, flash use, color absorption, light diffusion, backscatter, light refraction, effective lens focal lengths, figuring focus, film choices, equipment care, photography beneath the sea\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhotographing into a Fish Tank\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003efish tank photography (techniques, lighting, and flash exposures), marine aquariums\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShooting Through Binoculars \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ebinocular and camera choice, mounting, focusing and framing, effective focal length, support, effective f\/stop opening, exposure adjustment\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrying a Telescope \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ecamera choice, mounting, telescope camera adapter, earth's rotation, subjects (moon and stars), astrophotography, star trails, techniques, exposures\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorking with a Microscope \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ecamera choice, mounting, light sources (tungsten and flash)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13. TRAVELING WITH A CAMERA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat to Photograph\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eresearch, \"shoot list,\" tell a story, picture categories, people pictures, candid pictures, payment for pictures, size indicators, get in close, aerial views, traveling by tour bus, overall views and close-ups, waiting for better photo situations, editing\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSome Practical Advice \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003esafeguards for equipment, theft, cameras in a car, protection from rain, snow and salt water, cold weather concerns, vibration, photo vest\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEquipment to Take \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ecamera choices, auto-exposure control, testing new and repaired cameras, lens choices, close-up images, camera bags, flash, batteries, tripod, cable release and remote cord, two camera bodies, one type of film, one type of photography\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFilm Brands and Prices\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eoverseas purchase, expiration date, processing included\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich Film Speeds? \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eslow-, medium-, and high-speed films, mid-roll change\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow Much Film? \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003emore than you think, discard boxes, carrying film \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProtecting and Processing Film \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eairport security checks, damage by X ray, processing en route, fast-photo minilabs\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMailing Film for Processing \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eprepaid processing film mailers, precautions\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdentifying Film \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eID system, keeping a daily record\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegulations Against Photography \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ecamera and film limits, forbidden pictures\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eU. S. Customs Considerations \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eregistering equipment, duty percentages, camera insurance\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuying Photo Equipment Abroad \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eno bargain prices, warranty agreements, gray-market merchandise, helpful photo words in six languages\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14. PROCESSING FILMS AND PRINTS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProcesses for Color and Black-and-White Films\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003efilm types (negative\/print film and positive\/reversal\/transparency\/slide film), color film processes (C-41, E-6, and K-14), processing kits, black-and-white film developers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProcessing in Black-and-White\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003elatent images, processing steps (developer, stop bath, and fixer), contact proof sheets, enlargements\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDeveloping Film \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003etank, thermometer, and other equipment, time and temperature, chemicals, chemical contamination, useful capacity, loading film in tanks, test run, processing step-by-step, air bubbles, washing, hypo clearing agent, negative storage\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrinting Contact Proof Sheets \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003emagnifier\/loupe, cropping, chemicals, print washer, tray siphon, drying equipment (drying rack\/screens, print dryer, photographic blotters, and ferrotype tin), contact printer\/printing frame\/proofer, exposure procedures, antistatic brush, safelights, developer temperature, development time and range, developing procedure, print tongs, washing, hypo clearing agent\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSelecting Enlarging Papers \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ebrands, contrast, graded contrast papers, variable contrast\/multigrade\/multicontrast\/selective contrast papers, printing filters, filter drawer, filter holder, enlarger variable contrast or color head, paper aspects (image tones, tints, surfaces, and weights), paper speeds, processing characteristics for resin-coated and fiber-base papers, sizes, quantities\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChoosing an Englarger\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003esizes, brands, lenses, lamphouse, illumination systems (color head, dichroic filters, variable contrast (VC) head, diffusion head, condenser head, and cold-light head), negative carriers (glass\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plume","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48338549670117,"sku":"NP9780452284258","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780452284258.jpg?v=1769572645","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/the-basic-book-of-photography-isbn-9780452284258","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}