Nikon Z fc For Dummies

Say cheese! Explore this beginner-friendly guide to digital photography with the Nikon Z fc camera

With a design that looks like an old-school film camera, the Nikon Z fc makes photographers want to grab this very-modern model off the shelf and start taking photos. But if you really want to set your pictures apart from the average snapshot, you need Nikon Z fc For Dummies.

This book takes you on a comprehensive and user-friendly tour of the Nikon Z fc camera, its settings, and all of its automatic and manual options. You’ll learn how to control exposure, take advantage of advanced focusing options, fix color problems, and get the best image quality.

You’ll also get:

• Accessible instruction on tried and tested photography techniques
• Instruction on how to adjust color and exposure settings
• Strategies for when to use your camera’s auto options to when to take full control of settings

Ideal for anyone who wants to get the most out of their Nikon Z fc camera, Nikon Z fc For Dummies covers the photography basics you need to understand to take fantastic pictures along with how to apply those techniques to the Nikon Z fc.

Introduction 1

Part 1: Fast Track to Super Snaps 5

Chapter 1: First Steps, First Shots 7

Chapter 2: Choosing Basic Picture Settings 53

Part 2: Beyond the Basics 79

Chapter 3: Taking Charge of Exposure 81

Chapter 4: Controlling Focus and Depth of Field 137

Chapter 5: Mastering Color Controls 165

Chapter 6: Putting It All Together 187

Chapter 7: Recording Video 203

Part 3: After the Shot 231

Chapter 8: Playback Mode: Viewing Your Photos 233

Chapter 9: Working with Picture and Video Files 253

Part 4: The Part of Tens 275

Chapter 10: Ten More Customization Settings 277

Chapter 11: Ten Retouch Menu Tricks 287

Chapter 12: Ten Features to Try on a Slow Day 297

Appendix: Intro to Nikon SnapBridge 305

Glossary of Digital Photography Terms 321

Index 329

Julie Adair King is a longtime Dummies author and photography instructor. She’s credited on over 40 books covering various Nikon, Canon, and Olympus cameras, as well as nine editions of Digital Photography For Dummies. When not writing, she teaches master classes in photography and photo retouching.

The coolest camera around, from A to Z fc

The Nikon Z fc camera may look retro, but it boasts the latest image-making technology. This book shows you how to take charge of all of the camera’s features so your photos and videos look as cool as you do when shooting them. Find out how to tweak exposure, focus, and color for best results. Once you have a handle on those controls, learn how to apply your newfound skills to create incredible portraits, action shots, travel photos, and close-up images.

Inside…

• Help with every camera setting
• Easy fixes for common problems
• Tips for video recording
• Answers to tech questions
• Advice on sharing photos online
• Pro tips for tricky shots
• Ways to customize the camera