Series:

Digital Field Guide

17 primary works • 18 total works

Book 179

Cover of Canon EOS 30D Digital Field Guide
Whether you′re a professional or an advanced amateur, the Canon EOS 30D delivers outstanding performance and image quality. This guide is designed to help you get the most from your 8.2–megapixel EOS 30D, regardless of your shooting preferences and style. Packed with valuable advice from a professional photographer, it will help you make every shot memorable. Tuck this handy Field Guide in your gear bag and take it with you as a quick and insightful reference.

∗ Investigate all of the features of your Canon 30D

∗ Learn the various modes, view, play back, and protect images or erase unwanted shots

∗ Brush up on composition guidelines and the elements of exposure

∗ Explore conversion programs for RAW images

∗ Compose the best possible shots with expert advice on lighting and exposure

∗ Get insider tips on shooting portraits, weddings, business and product photos, landscapes, and much more



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Book 180

Cover of Canon PowerShot Digital Field Guide
With this book and your Canon PowerShot, taking pictures becomes a lot more fun! The Quick Tour gets you familiar with all the settings and menus on your G, S, TX, A, or SD-series camera, so you can start shooting. Then spend some time exploring tips for getting super shots in dozens of situations, using manual settings for greater control, and telling a story with your photos. Finally, learn the best ways to download, edit, and print your pictures.

Book 186

Cover of Canon EOS 40D Digital Field Guide
In the Canon EOS 40D, speed and reliability meet superior image quality and affordability. With this handy guide, you'll learn how to work with color spaces and white balance, use Live View, set up the 40D for your shooting style, set and evaluate exposure, and more. Get helpful tips and advice on using and modifying Picture Styles, creating customized settings for the subjects you shoot most often, and working with natural light. Just picture the amazing photos you'll take with your Canon EOS 40D!

Book 190

Cover of Canon EOS Digital Rebel Digital Field Guide

Book 192

Cover of Canon EOS 5D Digital Field Guide
Make the most of your Canon EOS 5D with the professional advice and tips in this go-anywhere guide. Learn to use every control, compare various lenses and Speedlites, and then explore how to get peak performance from your EOS 5D in all the shooting situations where it truly shines. You'll discover how to set the metering mode to get the results you expect, explore the qualities and effects of each type of lens and accessory, and what to pack in your gear bag (along with this book) for every shooting scenario.

Book 193

Cover of Canon EOS Rebel XSi/450D Digital Field Guide
Your Digital Rebel XSi/450D, with its 12.2 megapixel resolution, 3-inch view screen, and the option for "Live View" shooting, is designed for simplicity without sacrificing creative freedom. This guide is ideal for helping you use that creative control and get great shots anywhere, anytime. If you're new to dSLRs, it makes the transition easy. If you're already comfortable with the various modes and settings, the book helps you make the most of every one. Set up your camera and learn when to choose automatic, semi-automatic, and manual modes Understand the camera's controls, menus, and when to use different metering and autofocus modes Explore Canon Picture Styles and custom functions Learn to manipulate ISO, exposure, depth of field, and shutter speed Create intriguing night and low-light images, capture sports action, portraits, and get tips for better macro photography

Book 198

Cover of Canon EOS Rebel XS/1000D Digital Field Guide
Your Canon EOS Rebel XS/1000D is small, lightweight, and packed with power and versatility. This handy, portable guide helps you take full advantage of Live View shooting, in-camera Canon EX SpeedLite control, intuitive, large-text menus, and all the controls. It offers innovative ideas and fresh thoughts to help you capture images that reflect your personal creative vision, plus advice on setting up your camera for your shooting style; using Canon's Picture Styles to manage color, contrast, and sharpness; and capturing outstanding action, wildlife, portrait, travel, nighttime, and macro shots.

Book 203

Cover of Canon EOS 50D Digital Field Guide
Charlotte Lowrie's indispensable guide to taking the best possible pictures with the Canon EOS 50D! Go well beyond the basics with this essential guide to getting great shots with the Canon EOS 50D camera. Professional photographer and bestselling author Charlotte Lowrie packs this portable guide with over 290 pages of beautiful full-color photos, proven techniques, and no-fail formulas for tapping all the features this exciting new high-resolution DSLR camera offers. Get to know your Canon EOS 50D, learn all the tricks, and then take this handy portable guide with you in the field for quick and easy reference.
Master your Canon EOS 50D camera with expert guidance from Seattle-area professional photographer and popular author, Charlotte Lowrie Find pages of step-by-step techniques and professional tips that will help you understand all the functions, menus, and dials on your camera Explore topics that many competitive digital SLR books just touch on, including step-by-step instruction on exposure and composition Learn professional composition and lighting tricks Examine full-color examples of breathtaking ways to capture stills, portraits, and action shots Canon EOS 50D Digital Field Guide is the latest in the bestselling Digital Field Guide series that has taught thousands of photographers and beginners how to get the most out of their digital cameras.

Book 207

Cover of Canon EOS Rebel T1i / 500D Digital Field Guide

A complete, full–color guide to Canon′s popular and complex dSLR camera

Canon′s new EOS Rebel T1i is packed with features, both refined and new. This guide covers them all, helping you get the most from your investment whether you′re new to SLR photography or a first–time Rebel T1i user.

Designed to go wherever your camera goes, the Canon EOS Rebel T1i/500D Digital Field Guide covers all the settings and how to use them, as well as step–by–step techniques to help you get the best shots in various situations.

  • Explains all the camera′s controls and settings and how to make effective use of them
  • Walks you through shooting HD video with the exclusive video feature
  • Offers professional tips and suggestions for getting the best shots in a wide selection of settings and environments
  • Illustrated with more than 200 full–color professional photographs
  • Discusses how to use the EOS system of lenses and Speedlites
  • Convenient size fits in your camera bag for ready reference wherever you take pictures

Canon EOS Rebel T1i/500D Digital Field Guide is an indispensable accompaniment to your Rebel T1i dSLR.

Book 209

Cover of Canon Speedlite System Digital Field Guide
Detailed coverage of Canon's four speedlite-580EX II, 430 EX II, 220 EX and the new 270 EX-built exclusively for Canon DSLRs If you use a digital SLR camera, then you understand just how critical it is to have a capable flash. Canon Speedlite shines a whole new light on taking photos with a Canon DSLR. This full-color, in-depth guide takes you beyond the standard manual that accompanies the Speedlite and shows you the types of settings you can use on your camera when working with the Speedlite. You'll explore the possibilities of wireless lighting with multiple speedlites as well as the creative effects you can achieve. Author and professional photographer Brian McLernon demystifies setting up the speedlite, synchronizing the speedlite equipment, and determining lighting ratios.
* Canon DSLRs are only growing in popularity and the Speedlite system is a must-have accessory for exploring a new world of digital photo possibilities* Shows you how to create an inexpensive and portable wireless studio lighting system that can go where you go * Demystifies setting up the speedlite, synchronizing the equipment, and figuring out lighting ratios* Covers other Canon lighting system components, such as the ST-E2 Speedlite Transmitter, Macro Ring Lite, and Macro Twin Lite Real-world information on using these speedlites illustrated by full-color examples and untangles the complexities of using the Canon Speedlite system.

Book 210

Cover of Canon PowerShot G11 Digital Field Guide
Get the very most out of your Canon PowerShot G11 camera. Now that you've got a new Canon PowerShot G11 10.0 megapixel digital camera, take this handy book along to help you tap all the tricks and features that your cool new camera has to offer. Canon PowerShot G11 Digital Field Guide, sized perfectly to fit in your camera bag, includes pages of step-by-step techniques, beautiful full-color examples, and professional tips sure to help you capture exactly the images you want. Understand all the technology your new camera has to offer-such as new face recognition software, a 5x optical zoom, faster electronics, and much more-with this step-by-step guide. It's so handy, you can check for tips while you're shooting!
Provides no-fail techniques for getting the most out of your Canon PowerShot G11 digital camera Walks you through the PowerShot G11's new features and functions, including face recognition software, 5x optical zoom, RAW image format capture, a wider aperture than standard PowerShot models, faster electronics, and remote capture Elevates your photography skills to a new level with photography secrets from professional photographer and author Charlotte Lowrie Teaches you photography essentials and offers beautiful, full-color examples to inspire you on your next shoot Move from standard shots to power shots with Canon PowerShot G11 Digital Field Guide.

Book 219

Cover of Canon EOS 7d Digital Field Guide
No-fail formulas for getting great digital photos with the Canon EOS 7D If you want to polish your photography skills, keep your camera bag stocked with the best equipment, like Canon's new EOS 7D camera and this practical, full-color Canon EOS 7D Digital Field Guide . Portable and packed with information, this handy guide helps you get the very most out of the EOS 7D's powerful new features. Discover professional shooting tricks, helpful composition advice, and invaluable tips on exposure, perspective, and more. The book also includes a grey and color checker card, so you can tweak your captured photos for optimal colorization.
From menu screens to composition, this book provides no-fail techniques for getting the most out of your Canon EOS 7D digital camera Covers the camera's new features, including the 19-point autofocus, new metering system, integrated Speedlight Transmitter, 8-frames-per-second shooting ratio, and improved HD video capturing Helps you take your photography skills to another level with photography tips and tricks from professional photographer and author Charlotte Lowrie Teaches you photography essentials such as composition, exposure, perspective, and more Includes a grey and color card checker and full instructions with the book Take memorable photographs with your new Canon EOS 7D and the Canon EOS 7D Digital Field Guide !

Book 226

Cover of Canon EOS 60D Digital Field Guide

With18.0 megapixels, full high definition recording capabilities, broad range ISO settings, shutter speed up to 5.3 frames per second, and many other advanced features, the Canon EOS 60D is a solid intermediate dSLR. The Canon EOS 60D Digital Field Guide will teach you how to get the most out of these impressive features.

Chapter 1: Roadmap to the 60D. – Learn the basics of camera and lens controls, as well as menu navigation and viewfinder displays on your Canon EOS 60D.

Chapter 2: Choosing Camera Options and Reviewing Images. – Learn which format and image quality settings are best for each situation, and how to modify key settings on the Canon EOS 60D to get the best quality images.

Chapter 3: Getting Great Exposures and Focus. – Learn all the automatic, manual, and sensitivity settings needed to get the most out of your Canon EOS 60D’s imaging capabilities in any lighting situation or for any subject near or far.

Chapter 4: Using Color Options, Ambience, Effects, and Creative Filters. – Learn how to improve your photography by use of color space, white balance, and filters by adjusting the setting on your Canon EOS 60D.

Chapter 5: Customizing the 60D. – Learn all of the customization options for the Canon EOS 60D including exposure, images, auto focus, and menu settings to make your camera work for you.

Chapter 6: Shooting in Live View Mode. – Learn the pros and cons of live view shooting, as well as the best settings and tips for working in your Canon EOS 60D’s live view mode.

Chapter 7: Using Movie Mode. – Learn how to record video on the Canon EOS 60D and get tips for video standards, optimal camera settings, and editing.

Chapter 8: Working with Flash. – Learn how to use and modify the Canon EOS 60D’s built in flash, and learn to shoot with wireless Speedlites and other flash techniques to bring professional quality photography to your fingertips.

Chapter 9: Lenses and Accessories. – Learn all you need to know for choosing the optimal lenses for the Canon EOS 60D, including lens types, focal–length multipliers, and lens accessories. Also learn how to work with multiple lens types for optimal photos in any situation.

Chapter 10: Event and Action Photography. – Learn the optimal settings and gear needed to shoot great action photographs with the Canon EOS 60D including set up options and a gear selection guide.

Chapter 11: Nature and Landscape Photography. – Learn how to capture stunning natural images and landscapes using your Canon EOS 60D, as well as how to choose the proper gear for nature and landscape photography.

Chapter 12: Portrait Photography. – Learn how to make natural light and studio quality portraits with the Canon EOS 60D including guides on gear selection, lighting, and exposure.

Appendix A: The Elements of Exposure. – Learn or review the fundamentals of exposure and how they relate to your Canon EOS 60D’s settings.

Appendix B: Exploring RAW Capture. – Learn the elements of RAW capture as well as a brief walk–through on converting RAW images into a final image.

Appendix C: How to Use the Grey Card and Color Checker. – Learn how to produce photos with accurate color and exposure with these free–inside–the–book tools.

A full color, portable trim book with beautiful photography for photographers on the go, the Canon EOS 60D Digital Field Guide includes a free grey/color checker card to help you achieve accurate white balance and color. With the Canon EOS 60D Digital Field Guide, you will gain a thorough understanding of the Canon EOS 60D camera, as well as the basic fundamentals of capturing the best possible photos.

Book 227

Cover of Canon EOS Rebel T2i/550D Digital Field Guide
Featuring an 18.0 megapixel CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 image processor for high image quality and speed, ISO 100-6400 for shooting from bright to dim light, and many more great features, the Canon EOS Rebel T2i brings professional features into an entry-level digital SLR. The Canon EOS Rebel T2i/550D Digital Field Guide will teach you how to get the most out of these impressive features so you can improve your photography skills. CHAPTER 1: Setting Up the EOS Rebel T2i/550D. - This chapter will help you set up your T2i so you can get the best image quality from your Canon T2i. It will also cover different ways to review your images and protect them from accidental deletion. CHAPTER 2: Controlling Exposure and Focus. - Learn about the different types of shooting modes on your T2i, as well as image exposure and how to modify it for individual shooting scenarios. CHAPTER 3: Getting Great Color. - This chapter explores the concepts of light and color, and teaches you how to select a white balance and picture style on your T2i for maximum color rendering. CHAPTER 4: Customizing the EOS Rebel T2i/550D. - Learn how to set up your T2i for common and uncommon shooting situations.
CHAPTER 5: Shooting in Live View and Tethered. - This chapter explains the T2i's Live View feature and how to shoot tethered to a computer. CHAPTER 6: Using Movie Mode. - A great starting point for any photographer to explore the world of digital video with the T2i, this chapter will teach you how to shoot and playback video on the T2i. CHAPTER 7: Using Flash. - This chapter explores flash technology, and how to use the T2i's on board flash and menu options for the built-in flash and for EX-Series Speedlites. CHAPTER 8: Exploring Canon Lenses and Accessories. This chapter covers popular T2i lenses and how they impact the images you capture with your T2i. CHAPTER 9: The Elements of Exposure and Composition. - Learn how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO affect your images, and how they work together to determine exposure. This chapter also covers the basics of composing images with your T2i. CHAPTER 10: Event and Action Photography. - Learn how to capture action in your images, plus some tips and tricks for general event photography, including how to capture great photos in low lighting. CHAPTER 11: Nature and Landscape Photography.
- This chapter explores how to approach shooting nature and landscape images with your T2i. CHAPTER 12: Portrait Photography. - Learn how to set up the T2i for portrait shooting, plus information on choosing backgrounds, lighting, and other tips and tricks for taking great portraits. APPENDIX A: Exploring RAW Capture. - This chapter contains an overview of RAW capture as well as a brief walk-through on converting RAW images into a final image. APPENDIX B: How to Use the Gray and Color Checker cards. - Learn how to produce photos with accurate color and exposure with these free-inside-the-book tools. A full-color, portable-trim book with beautiful photography for photographers on the go, the Canon EOS Rebel T2i/550D Digital Field Guide includes a free Grey/Color checker card to help you achieve accurate white balance and color. With the Canon EOS Rebel T2i/550D Digital Field Guide , you will gain a thorough understanding of the T2i dSLR, as well as the basic fundamentals of capturing the best possible photos.

Book 244

Cover of Composition Digital Field Guide, Borders Edition

Book 247

Cover of Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi / 400D Digital Field Guide
This full–color book is designed to tap the exploding market in serious digital photography with over 250 pages of new and beautiful photos, essential photography how–to information and no–fail formulas for getting great digital pictures with the newly announced Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi/400D. It goes above and beyond competitive digital SLR books with step–by–step techniques that cover exposure, composition, and professional shooting tips on perspective, impact, and more. Charlotte K. Lowrie, author of two previous Digital Field Guides (see below), is an acclaimed photographer who was managing editor of editorial content for MSN Photos and now writes online instructional content for Canon.

Charlotte K. Lowrie (Woodinville, WA) is a freelance editorial and stock photographer and an award–winning writer. Her work has appeared in Popular Photography & Imaging and PHOTOgraphic magazines, and she is the author of the bestselling Canon EOS Digital Rebel Digital Field Guide as well as Adobe Camera Raw Studio Skills, the Canon EOS 30D Digital Field Guide, and Teach Yourself Visually Digital Photography, Second Edition, all from Wiley. Charlotte also teaches photography classes through BetterPhoto.com.

Book 256

Cover of Photography Techniques Digital Field Guide 3-Book Set

Cover of Canon EOS Digital Rebel
What do you want to photograph? Nature? Fascinating places you visit? Family activities? Whatever your passion, your "Canon Digital Rebel" lets you leave limitations behind and express your creativity. This convenient guide is packed with helpful information you'll use almost every time you pull out your Digital Rebel camera essentials, photography basics, and fail-proof formulas for creating dynamite photos, all richly illustrated in full color. It'll be the second most important tool in your camera bag.