available to you. Discover how to take clear, sharp, professional-level photographs every time; use light wisely; use flash photography to your advantage; match your camera to your computer; share your photos, and much more.  (less)

you only print the pictures you need, they're much more cost effective and environmentally friendly. But the real attraction is far more human in nature: With digital cameras, you're able to free your creative spirit and take risks that you shied away from with film. Your visual inspiration now flows from your mind to the camera to the LCD screen -- to then be celebrated, adjusted, or discarded for another attempt all together.pThe Digital Photography Pocket Guide gives you the tools and the knowledge to take the kind of pictures you've always wanted. Consider it your quick-reference photo mentor that explains each of the camera's components, shows you what they do, then helps you choose the right settings to accomplish your goal. When you want to ask an expert, How can I get that picture?, simply pull this handy guide out of your camera bag, backpack, or back pocket, and you'll find the answer quickly.pThe book covers everything from image resolution, flash modes, action photography, close ups and portraits, to memory cards, emailing images, and archiving. It's organized by three key sections: What Is It? What Does It Do? and How Do I ...?pWhat Is It? is a quick reference to all those buttons on your camera. It's organized alphabetically and includes many of the familiar icons you see in your owner's guide and on the camera itself. This section helps you learn the difference between the close upbutton and the infinity mode.pWhat Does It Do digs deeper into photo technique. How do you use those buttons and modes to take the photos you want? This chapter tells all.pHow Do I ...? includes 15 professional shooting techniques and explains them in easy to understand langu?ÿ (õÂ? ÿ¾Û€  (less)

the limitless possibilities of digital technology. Three-hundred-and-fifty photographs--including before and after shots--and expert information demonstrate the key techniques. The full spectrum of light, and how the camera measures it, is explained, along with advice on achieving color accuracy. Photographers can experiment with natural light, bright or dim; explore frontal versus side lighting; and see what can be done indoors using window techniques, tungsten light, flash, candlelight, and post-production techniques. Here's how to make the most out of built-in and portable flashes, fluorescent and studio lights, diffusion, and every possible aspect of photographic lighting.BRBR  (less)

with photographs that illustrate each aspect of the latest trends in capturing digital photos, from identifying various parts of the camera to operating lens and flash exposure controls. Discussions are included for using memory cards, configuring ISO settings, and choosing the best camera. Created in a compact format, this fully updated handbook is an ideal companion for photographers learning on the go.br/divDIVbJack Drafahl/bandbSue Drafahl/bare the founders of the Oregon Coast Digital Center and maintain a professional website, www.jackandsuedrafahl.com. They are the coauthorsb/bofiAdvanced Digital Camera Techniques/i,iDigital Imaging for the Underwater Photographer/i,iPhoto Salvage with Adobe Photoshop/i, andiPlug-ins for Adobe Photoshop/i. They have written articles foriPetersen Photographic Magazine, Rangefinder Magazine,/iandiSport Diver,/iamong others. They live on the Oregon Coast.br/div  (less)

Everything with Your Digital Camera, Fourth Edition is just the book you need! Loaded with clear explanations and step-by step-details, the book explains the different components of a variety of digital cameras and how to use them. Coverage includes flash and lighting tips, action and outdoor photography, various image-editing packages, and finally, organizing, storing, sharing, and printing digital images. The new edition of this best-seller has been updated to include details on removable storage devices and the latest utilities and photo-sharing facilities.  (less)

process and print your own pictures in the darkroom. Each chapter is fully illustrated with colour examples and suggestions for practical exercises allow you to practice and explore different effects.brbr Features include:br* how to select and compose a good shotbr* how different cameras operate: whether film, digital or APSbr* how to use camera controls; shutter speed, focus, zoom setting, use of flash etc. for creative effectbr* advice on tackling different subjectsbr* visually identifying and overcoming common faultsbr* exploring simple special effects and unusual imagesbr* setting up an indoor studiobr* processing and printing your own black and white prints in the darkroombr* ways of mounting and presenting your workbrbr'Starting Photography' is an authoritative start-up guide written by a leading photography writer with an international reputation. This edition is eminently suited to practical photography courses and has been updated to cover the latest City and Guilds 9231 syllabus. It also includes projects designed to encourage experimentation.brbr* practically orientated and user-friendly guide to get you started fastbrbr* lavishly illustrated with inspirational colour images throughoutbrbr* benefit from the practical suggestions for experimental projects to improve your technique  (less)

important technology. Follow the camera's evolution from the discovery in ancient China that an image could be created from light traveling through a pinhole, to modern day digital cameras, camera phones, and web cams. Topics include- the first cameras and the birth of photography- the marketing industry and big players- advances in film, lenses, flashes and color- famous photographers  (less)

mechanism makes it easy to attach or detach the 430EX II from the camera and a metal foot has been added for strength and durability. Flash controls can now be set through the camera's LCD screen on compatible EOS Digital SLR cameras. The Speedlite 430EX II is also quieter, recycle time is 20 percent faster (as compared to the 430EX) and since it is compatible with Canon's wireless E-TTL, it can be used as an affordable "slave unit."  (less)

such as macro and telephoto photography or low light settings without a flash. Also featured is a newly developed Pentax Real IMage Engine (PRIME) designed exclusively for PENTAX digital SLR cameras to produce well-balanced, true-to-life images. PENTAX also incorporated a new high performance 22-bit A/D converter to quickly transfer images with accurate color tones and richer gradation from the CCD to the imaging engine. The new Dust Removal (DR) system incorporating PENTAX-original Special Protect (SP) coating helps keep the CCD surface dust-free, and adds a shift mechanism to shake dust off the CCD. All this is housed in a dependable dust-proof, weather-resistant body construction featuring 72 seals throughout ...  (less)

40 meters this underwater flash is one of only a few that allow TTL underwater flash photography in slave mode - ideal for multiple flash applications and single flash macro shots with 28mm wide angle.  (less)

popular features including color LCD display, external Compact Flash or Smart Media storage and an easy computer interface. They are affordably priced and ideal for first-time digital photographers.  (less)