{"product_id":"digital-slr-photography-all-in-one-for-dummies-isbn-9781119711704","title":"Digital SLR Photography All-in-One For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClick your way to stunning digital images with this thorough resource! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith the six mini-guides in \u003ci\u003eDigital SLR Photography All-in-One For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e, you’ve got the six ingredients you need to cook up some fantastic photos. This book will help you make friends with your dSLR whether it’s the latest model or an older hand-me-down. Together, you’ll find the perfect angles, exposure, and lighting to capture magical images. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt wouldn’t be digital photography without a bit of tech—SD cards, file transfers, resolution, and a few other things you might have never encountered before you picked up a dSLR. With this book, you can become a camera-wrangler extraordinaire, getting your shots and using digital editing tools to help them look their best. Now you have the tools you need to start building your portfolio—including some friendly advice on which images to include! Get out there and get shooting! \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore your camera’s features and settings, then pick the perfect lenses for your photography style \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to make beautiful images by controlling the key components of exposure -- aperture, shutter speed, and ISO settings \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLight your shots perfectly with or without a flash or other lighting equipment \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse digital tools to make your photos shine and create an outstanding portfolio \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eUpgrading to a digital SLR is a sign that you're serious about becoming a better photographer. Let this chummy Dummies guide, well, guide you as you become an image maker! \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIcons Used in This Book 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere to Go from Here 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBook 1: Pursuing Digital SLR Photography 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Embracing Digital SLRs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing the Digital SLR 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNaming and Classifying Digital SLRs 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMake and model 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSensor size 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePixel count 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLens mount 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMirror and viewfinder type 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLenses 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWrapping it up 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePricing Digital SLRs 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsumer dSLRs 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMid-range models 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProfessional cameras 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDelving into Camera Specifications 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic information 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrop factor 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eISO 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShutter speeds 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAutofocus system 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMovies 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting modes and scenes 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn-camera processing 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilters and other creative effects 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMedia 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eViewfinder specs 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImage stabilization 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollowing Recent dSLR Developments 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShopping for a dSLR 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the system 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing shopping 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvesting in accessories 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmbracing dSLRs 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Handling, Cleaning, and Protecting Your Camera\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 39\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnatomy of a dSLR 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFront and center 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAround back 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTop and bottom 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoth sides 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking the Controls 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGripping the Camera 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStandard grip 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVertical grip 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOver-the-shoulder grip 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLive View grip 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProviding Additional Support 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling an Articulated Monitor 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing a Touchscreen 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging Batteries 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking battery power 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInserting a battery 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemoving a battery 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInserting and Removing Memory Cards 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInserting a memory card 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemoving a memory card 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning Your Camera 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWiping off the camera body 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning monitors and LCD panels 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning inside the camera 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProtecting Your Camera 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing a camera strap 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCarrying a camera bag 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuying extra lens and camera caps 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArmoring your camera 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with adverse weather 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Learning about Lenses \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e69\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying and Naming Lenses 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrand name 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLens mount 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocal length 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAperture 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImage stabilization 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther identifiers 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther lens characteristics 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOlder lenses 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCategorizing Lenses 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNormal lenses 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWide-angle lenses 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTelephoto lenses 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrime lenses 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGeneral-purpose zoom lenses 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWide-angle zoom lenses 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTelephoto zoom lenses 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecialty lenses 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at Lens Anatomy 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with Lenses 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a grip 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMounting a lens 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemoving a lens 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eZooming in and out 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSwitching from auto to manual focus 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManually focusing 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivating lens-based image stabilization 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning Lenses 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Exploring Menus and Camera Settings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 101\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding How Menus Are Organized 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpening and Using the Menu 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Up Your Camera 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDate and time 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLanguage 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeature guides and expanded help 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReview time 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAuto power off 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSound 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTouchscreen settings 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNo card 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Typical Shooting Options 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImage size and quality 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing multiple memory cards 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eISO settings 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePicture control or creative style 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eColor space 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHighlight and shadow options 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNoise reduction 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAspect ratio 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRed-eye reduction 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlash options 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMovie options 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Other Choices 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisplay settings 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisplay brightness and color 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilenaming and numbering 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFile and folder structure 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAuto Rotate (camera orientation) 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCopyright 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWi-Fi connectivity 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVideo mode or system 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling Playback 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProtect Images 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRotate 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eErase\/Delete 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrint order 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSlide show 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRetouch 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping Everything Running Smoothly 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShowing battery information 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFormatting memory cards 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning the image sensor 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a dust reference photo 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResetting the camera 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUpdating the firmware 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring Advanced Options 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing custom functions and settings 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating custom shooting profiles 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTweaking autofocus settings 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConfiguring bracketing settings 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCustomizing the controls 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating custom menus 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Taking Pictures with Your dSLR\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 127\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeeing the Big Picture 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning Ahead 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnpacking and Readying Your Gear 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Up Your Camera 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerforming an initial checkup 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing for still photography 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing a shooting mode 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the image quality 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing a viewing mode 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConfiguring the display 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting exposure controls 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting other parameters 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking and Reviewing Photos 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBook 2: Looking Through Lenses 161\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Appreciating Standard Zoom Lenses 163\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmbodying Versatility 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking Wide-Angle Shots 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with Normal Focal Lengths 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eZooming In 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing telephoto shots 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing portraits 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing close-ups 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Enjoying Wide-Angle Lenses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 177\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWide-Angle Whatzit 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at Landscapes 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing Wide-Angle Cityscapes 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocusing on Single Buildings 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhotographing Interiors 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting Wide-Angle Portraits 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImproving Your Wide-Angle Shots 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrame tall objects from afar 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet up close and personal 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse the vertical 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombine different elements into one shot 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmphasize height 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Capturing Macros and Close-ups \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e193\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining Macro and Close-up Photography 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting at Close Ranges 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Depth of Field 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting Handheld with a Flash 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaximizing Shutter Speed 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting in Controlled Conditions 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring Creative Alternatives 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRelaxing your angle of view 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting close-ups with everyday lenses 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing telephoto lenses 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Holga lenses 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting with Special Accessories 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing a teleconverter 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing extension tubes 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing diopters 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing reverse rings 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing a macro bellows 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Reaching Out with Telephoto Lenses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 213\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning the Lingo 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing a Super Telephoto Lens 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing Action with Telephoto Lenses 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Telephoto Lenses for Close-ups 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing Portraits 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhotographing Animals 225\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Exploring Other Lenses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 229\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFisheye Lenses 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTilt-Shift Lenses 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHolga Lenses 236\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLensbaby Lenses 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePinhole Lenses 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiana F+ Lenses 242\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBook 3: Taking Creative Control\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e245\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Making Sense of Exposure\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 247\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Exposure 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating exposure 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling exposure 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparing exposure intervals 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping an Eye on Exposure Information 252\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReading the exposure level 252\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eViewing exposure settings 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaying attention to warnings 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeasuring Light by Metering 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGeneral metering methods 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCamera metering modes 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging metering modes 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMetering the scene with your camera 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing an external light meter 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReviewing and Analyzing Your Photos 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDelving into photo playback 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterpreting histograms 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting Exposure 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing exposure compensation 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the exposure manually 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing AE lock 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAutoexposure bracketing (AEB) 274\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing other exposure tricks 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Setting the Aperture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 277\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvestigating f-numbers and Apertures 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning about f-numbers 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLenses and apertures 278\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the Aperture 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom the camera 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom the lens 282\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDigging into Depth of Field 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling the depth of field 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreviewing the depth of field 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaying attention to the blurry parts 286\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing realistic 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigning with Depth of Field 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLandscapes 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePortraits 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMacros and close-ups 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAction 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTilt-shift lenses 294\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Choosing a Shutter Speed\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 295\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDecoding Shutter Speed 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning about the shutter 296\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReading the speed 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShutter speed and exposure 300\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the Shutter Speed 301\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombating Blur and Noise 302\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCamera shake, rattle, and roll 302\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting moving targets 307\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnabling Long Exposure Noise Reduction 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigning with Shutter Speed 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting crisp photos 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccounting for flash sync speed 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhotographing action 312\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing creative with water 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with slow shutter speeds 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Bulb mode 316\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting macros 316\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Selecting an ISO\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 319\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding ISO 319\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA bit of history 320\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInside the numbers 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGenerating noise with high ISOs 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe funny thing about noise 324\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting ISO 325\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling ISO yourself 325\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Auto ISO 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRestricting Auto ISO 327\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing High ISO Noise Reduction 328\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging ISO 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eISO Gallery 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElevated ISO 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHigh ISO levels 332\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExtreme ISO settings 334\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Using Filters \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e337\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning about Filters 337\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at how filters work 337\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering filter pros and cons 339\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing filters with dSLRs 341\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking Shape with Filter Systems 342\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCircular (screw-in) 343\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRectangular frame slide-in 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Filters for Different Purposes 346\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProtective 346\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCircular polarizer 347\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUltraviolet (UV) 348\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNeutral density (ND) 349\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eND graduated 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eColor filter 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eColor grad filter 352\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther filters 352\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBook 4: Lighting the Scene\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e355\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Working with Ambient Light \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e357\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking in Natural Light 357\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting during the morning golden hour 358\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFighting with the light at noon 359\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing out in the early evening 360\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnjoying the evening golden hour 360\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhotographing the sunset 361\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing twilight 362\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting at night 363\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with Weather 364\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing clouds 364\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking in the snow 365\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing fog 366\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting Inside 367\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhotographing in large interior spaces 367\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhotographing in living spaces 368\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing stage lighting 369\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing Creative in Different Situations 370\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with indirect light 370\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing reflections 370\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with glare and haze 371\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting high-contrast scenes 372\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhotographing low contrast scenes 373\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Shadow knows! 373\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Exploring Basic Flash Photography\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 375\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding the Flash 376\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Flash Automatically 377\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting a flash-friendly shooting mode 377\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreventing the built-in flash from firing 378\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCustomizing automatic flash settings 378\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManually Activating the Built-in Flash 379\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the built-in flash 379\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing when to use flash 381\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisabling the built-in flash 384\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTips on Using the Built-in Flash 384\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Fancy with the Flash 386\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnabling red-eye reduction 387\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing flash compensation 388\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing FE Lock 389\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling the flash strength manually 389\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnlocking more advanced features 390\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Using an External Flash and Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 393\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting to Know External Flash Units 393\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at the front 395\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom the back and sides 397\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccessorizing your external flash 399\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling an External Flash 402\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAttaching it to your camera 402\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemoving the flash 403\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTilting and swiveling the flash head 404\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAttaching a mini stand 405\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking the controls 405\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConfiguring Your External Flash 407\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrying Different Techniques 408\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing high-speed sync 408\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBouncing and diffusing 409\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing an umbrella 410\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocusing light with a snoot 411\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing a stand 412\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElevating the flash with a bracket 413\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCords galore 413\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing wireless 414\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBook 5: Managing and Processing Your Shots\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 417\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Transferring and Managing Files \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e419\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a Workflow 419\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEarly Decisions 422\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransferring Files 422\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConnecting 422\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDownloading 426\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a Grip on Your Pictures 428\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManual management 428\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMedia-management software 429\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcessing and managing software 430\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhoto editors 433\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Photos 434\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuickly Processing the Good Ones 435\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvanced Editing When Desired 436\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublishing 436\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGeneral considerations 436\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResizing options 438\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaving and exporting 439\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArchiving 440\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlaying it safe 441\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting the plan into action 442\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Quickly Sprucing Up Shots\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 445\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSoftware for Sprucing Up Photos 445\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding on an Image Quality 446\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBenefits of Raw images 446\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChallenges of working with Raw photos 447\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNon-destructive editing 448\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Started 448\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReviewing and flagging good photos 448\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSwitching to the Develop module 451\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the lens profile 451\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTesting the waters 452\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eetting Brightness and Contrast 453\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting the exposure 453\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImproving contrast 454\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProtecting highlights and shadows 455\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the black and white points 456\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with texture, clarity, and haze 457\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCorrecting and Improving Color 459\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking the white balance 459\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting color vibrancy and saturation 459\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Additional Improvements 461\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinishing Up 463\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStraightening and cropping 463\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExporting images 464\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcessing Photos In-Camera 464\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Digging Deeper into Photo Editing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 467\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSoftware for Editing Photos 468\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with the Mundane Stuff 468\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Photoshop file 468\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelpful Photoshop features 470\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoping with color management 471\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaving your final images 472\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDodging and Burning 472\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing High Pass to Sharpen 474\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Minor Adjustments 476\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying Changes Selectively with Masks 477\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMashing Up Versions of the Same Shot 478\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStamping Out Imperfections and Distractions 480\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDusting and cleaning 480\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemoving other distractions 482\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImproving complexions 482\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting Final Composition 484\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWords of Caution and Encouragement 486\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Expressing Your Artistry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 489\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy Be Creative? 490\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSoftware for Your Artistic Endeavors 491\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConverting to Black and White 492\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing black-and-white adjustment layers 493\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhoto gallery 495\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eColorizing Your Photos 498\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTinting the fast and easy way 498\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eColorizing with Hue\/Saturation 500\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSplit toning using Color Balance 500\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCross-processing with Curves 502\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing color layers 503\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating duotones 506\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExperimenting with Artistic Filters 508\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Filter Gallery 508\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying other filters 510\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmart Filters 510\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilter fun 511\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing In-Camera Creative Styles and Filters 514\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing in-camera styles 514\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying in-camera filters 516\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Creating Panoramas\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 519\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting Pan-tastic Panoramas 519\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting your camera ready 520\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting tripod-assisted panoramas 520\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting handheld panoramas 522\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStitching Photos Together 523\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating panoramas with Lightroom 523\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating panoramas with Photoshop 527\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStepping Up Your Game 530\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvanced blending in Photoshop 530\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing a panoramic tripod head 531\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing specialized panorama software 532\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting HDR panoramas 533\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting Automatic Panoramas 534\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: Enjoying HDR Photography\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 537\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHDR Software 538\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning about HDR 538\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting Exposure Brackets for HDR 540\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConfiguring your camera 540\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting up automatic exposure bracketing (AEB) 541\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting the exposure brackets 543\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTone Mapping in Photomatix Pro 544\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating the HDR image 544\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTone mapping the HDR image 548\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrying Alternative Techniques 552\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing your camera’s HDR modes 552\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing your images differently 553\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrying single-exposure HDR 554\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating your own brackets from a single shot 554\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManually bracketing exposures 555\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing other applications for HDR 555\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBook 6: Showcasing Different Scenes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 559\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Portraits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 561\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing Animal Portraits 561\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCopy What Works 563\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSnapping Casual Portraits 563\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePosing Group Photos 565\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSay Cheese! 566\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Landscapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 567\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing an Ultra Wide-Angle Lens 567\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Up Early 568\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing Different Places 569\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Out in the Weather 570\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Classic Sunset 571\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Action\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 573\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTracking the Action 573\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing an External Flash 574\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding the Right Spot 575\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGreat Light is Great 576\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePushing to the Limits 577\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Close-Ups\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 579\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eZoom In 579\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBe Ready to Grab Your Camera 580\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Diopters 581\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhatever Works, Works 583\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocus on Small Details 584\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 585\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobert Correll\u003c\/b\u003e has over two decades of experience in writing and photography. 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