{"product_id":"nikon-d90-for-dummies-isbn-9780470457726","title":"Nikon D90 For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Nikon D90 offers professional-quality features for shutterbugs of all types—take full advantage of each feature with this full-color, user-friendly guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour Nikon D90 digital camera offers professional-quality features—like 11-point autofocus, Live View, and the ability to shoot HD video—that you may find overwhelming if you're not familiar with digital cameras or even photography in general. No need to panic—you're in the right place. \u003ci\u003eNikon D90 For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is a fun and easy-to-use guide that helps you understand and use all the camera's dials and modes, manage photo size and quality, take creative control with manual settings, and share your images in print or online. Not only will you learn what all your camera's features do, but you'll also discover when, where, why, and how best to use each one.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith this full-color book written in plain English, getting great shots is a snap. Whether you're an experienced photography enthusiast or a virtual beginner, this book shows you the ins and outs of the Nikon D90. You'll learn to:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFormat memory cards, use Live View, create custom settings, and change lenses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse thumbnail and calendar displays and picture data, and get tips for inspecting your photos\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eControl aperture, shutter speed, and ISO\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork with active D-lighting and use various flash modes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTake control of lighting, exposure, and color\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet up, shoot, and review photos using the viewscreen\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecord HD video, including sound, and know what your D90 can and can't do\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse software that comes with the camera to download, organize, and archive your images\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrint photos or share them via e-mails or slide shows\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDecide when you should use JPEG and when to use NEF\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdjust resolution for optimum print quality or file size\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive guide gives you the scoop on secrets for getting the best point-and-shoot pictures and why you might not want to use the top image quality setting. You'll get tips for retouching images (like removing red-eye and adding a starburst effect) plus ideas for exploring special-purpose features (like adding comments to images with location and other information). Get your copy of \u003ci\u003eNikon D90 For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e, grab your Nikon D90, and start shooting!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Quick Look at What’s Ahead 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart I: Fast Track to Super Snaps 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart II: Taking Creative Control 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart III: Working with Picture Files 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart IV: The Part of Tens 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIcons and Other Stuff to Note 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Software Shown in This Book 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePractice, Be Patient, and Have Fun! 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Fast Track to Super Snaps 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Getting the Lay of the Land 9\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Comfortable with Your Lens 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAttaching a lens 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemoving a lens 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing a VR (vibration reduction) lens 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the focus mode (auto or manual) 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eZooming in and out 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting the Viewfinder Focus 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with Memory Cards 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring External Camera Controls 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTopside controls 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBack-of-the-body controls 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFront-left buttons 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFront-right controls 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrdering from Camera Menus 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMonitoring Shooting Settings 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsking Your Camera for Help 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReviewing Basic Setup Options 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCruising the Setup menu 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowsing the Custom Setting menu 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Taking Great Pictures, Automatically 41\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Good Point-and-Shoot Results 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Flash in Automatic Exposure Modes 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring Your Automatic Exposure Options 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAuto mode 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDigital Vari-Program modes 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging the (Shutter Button) Release Mode 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Controlling Picture Quality and Size 59\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiagnosing Quality Problems 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Resolution (Image Size) 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePixels and print quality 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePixels and screen display size 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePixels and file size 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResolution recommendations 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Image Quality Options 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJPEG: The imaging (and Web) standard 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNEF (Raw): The purist’s choice 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMy take: Choose JPEG Fine or NEF (Raw) 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Image Size and Quality 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Monitor Matters: Picture Playback and Live View Shooting 79\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnabling Automatic Picture Rotation 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisabling and Adjusting Instant Review 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eViewing Images in Playback Mode 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eViewing multiple images at a time 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisplaying photos in Calendar view 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eZooming in for a closer view 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eViewing Picture Data 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFile Information mode 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRGB Histogram mode 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHighlight display mode 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting Data display mode 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGPS Data mode 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOverview Data mode 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHiding Photos during Playback 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeleting Photos 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeleting images one at a time 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeleting all photos 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeleting a batch of selected photos 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProtecting Photos 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring Live View Shooting 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking pictures in Live View mode 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecording movies 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCustomizing the Live View display 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Taking Creative Control 115\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Getting Creative with Exposure and Lighting 117\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing the Exposure Trio: Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding exposure-setting side effects 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDoing the exposure balancing act 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring the Advanced Exposure Modes 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReading the Meter 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting ISO, Aperture, and Shutter Speed 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting aperture and shutter speed 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling ISO 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing an Exposure Metering Mode 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying Exposure Compensation 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Autoexposure Lock 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExpanding Tonal Range with Active D-Lighting 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Flash in P, S, A, and M modes 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the flash mode 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting flash output 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocking flash exposure on your subject 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring a few additional flash options 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing an external flash head 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBracketing Exposures 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: Manipulating Focus and Color 163\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReviewing Focus Basics 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting Autofocus Performance 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the AF-area mode setting 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging the Autofocus mode setting 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing the right autofocus combo 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing autofocus lock 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAutofocusing in Live View mode 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManipulating Depth of Field 176\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling Color 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCorrecting colors with white balance 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging the white balance setting 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFine-tuning white balance settings 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating white balance presets 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBracketing white balance 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing a Color Space: sRGB vs Adobe RGB 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a Quick Look at Picture Controls 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7: Putting It All Together 205\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecapping Basic Picture Settings 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Up for Specific Scenes 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShooting still portraits 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing action 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing scenic vistas 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing dynamic close-ups 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoping with Special Situations 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Working with Picture Files 223\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8: Downloading, Organizing, 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Printing Problems 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMatch resolution to print size 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAllow for different print proportions 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet print and monitor colors in synch 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing Pictures for E-Mail 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating small copies using the camera 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDownsizing images in Nikon ViewNX 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Digital Slide Show 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting up a simple slide show 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Pictmotion slide shows 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eViewing Your Photos on a Television 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: The Part of Tens 273\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10: Ten (Or So) Fun and Practical Retouch Menu Features 275\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying the Retouch Menu Filters 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemoving Red-Eye 278\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStraightening Tilting Horizon Lines 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShadow Recovery with D-Lighting 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoosting Shadows, Contrast, and Saturation Together 282\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTwo Ways to Tweak Color 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying digital lens filters 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManipulating color balance 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Monochrome Photos 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemoving (or Creating) Lens Distortion 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding a Starburst Effect 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCropping Your Photo 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11: Ten Special-Purpose Features to Explore on a Rainy Day 297\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnnotate Your Images 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Your Own Menu 300\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Custom Image Folders 302\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCustomizing External Controls 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