From Snapshots to Great Shots
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You own a Nikon DSLR, but which Nikon (Nikkor) lens is best for your shooting style and your budget? This guide by pro photographer Jerod Foster will help you learn the features of Nikon lenses to capturevthe stunning pictures you want for a price that matches your needs.
Foster starts with the basics of using lenses in the Nikon lineup-from kit, to prime, to wide angle, to telephoto, to zoom, and more. Whether it's portraits, landscapes, sports, travel, or night photography, you will have a better understanding of the different Nikon lenses and your choices for investing in them. In this guide you will:
Master the key camera features that relate to lenses-depth of field, perspective, and vibration reductionLearn the difference between full frame versus cropped sensors and how they affect specific lensesUnderstand best practices for maintaining your lenses and for taking better picturesAccessorize your Nikon lenses with lens rigs, extenders, and other add-on equipmentMinimize lens flaws such as distortion and chromatic aberration in post processing with LightroomGrasp all the concepts and techniques as you go, with assignments at the end of every chapterBeautifully illustrated with large, compelling photos, this book for beginning-to-intermediate digital photographers will help you get the image you want every time you pick up your camera. And once you have the shot, show it off and join the book's flickr group: www.flickr.com/groups/nikonlenses_fromsnapshotstogreatshots.
Lenses are a considerable investment for any photographer and require understanding their features and a making plan for purchase. You might buy several camera bodies, but quality lenses should last a lifetime!
You need a book that goes beyond the camera manuals to teach you how to select and use Canon lenses to take great shots. This guide by pro photographer Jerod Foster will help you conquer the fundamentals and capture stunning pictures.
Foster starts with the basics of using different lenses in the Canon lineup–from kit, to wide angle, to telephoto, to zoom, and more, to understand what they do and how their features affect your images. He discusses factors such as depth of field, perspective, and compression and which types of lenses are right for your style of shooting. Whether it’s portraits, landscapes, or street photography, you will have a better understanding of your equipment and understand your choices for investing in lenses.
Beautifully illustrated with large, compelling photos, this book teaches you how to take control of your photography to get the image you want every time you pick up the camera.
Now that you've bought that amazing Sony NEX-6, you need a book that goes beyond a tour of the camera's features to show you exactly how to take great pictures. With Sony NEX-6: From Snapshots to Great Shots, you get the perfect blend of photography instruction and camera reference that will take your images to the next level. Beautifully illustrated with large, vibrant photos, this book teaches you how to take control of your photography to get the image you want every time you pick up the camera.
Follow along with your friendly and knowledgeable guide, pro photographer Jerod Foster, and you will:
Set up fast and learn the top ten things about shooting with the Sony NEX-6Understand the photographic basics of composition, focus, and depth of field
Learn all the best tricks and techniques for getting great action shots, landscapes, and portraits
Find out how to create images in low light Use the HD video capability for recording memorable live action Fully grasp all the concepts and techniques as you go, with assignments at the end of every chapterAnd once you've captured the shot, show it off! Join the book's Flickr group, share your photos, and discuss how you use your camera at flickr.com/groups/sonynex6_fromsnapshotstogreatshots.