The Photography Bible: A Complete Guide for the 21st Century Photographer

The Photography Bible: A Complete Guide for the 21st Century Photographer

by Daniel Lezano
The Photography Bible: A Complete Guide for the 21st Century Photographer

The Photography Bible: A Complete Guide for the 21st Century Photographer

by Daniel Lezano

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Overview

The ultimate updated reference to modern hardware, software, and photographic techniques.
 
· Discover the different types of cameras available and how they work, from digital cameras and the latest DSLRs to Compact System Cameras and iPhones
· Learn how to choose the most essential camera accessories for the modern photographer, including lenses, flashguns, studio lighting, and tripods
· Find invaluable techniques and expert advice on how to shoot a broad range of subjects, use a variety of equipment, and effectively manipulate images using the latest software
 
This fully revised edition of The Photography Bible brings you up-to-the-minute information on the rapidly changing world of photography, including the latest digital cameras, the emergence of Compact System Cameras and imaging mobile phones, photography apps, software, equipment, and accessories.
 
This comprehensive guide offers expert photographic advice to help improve your photography and develop your skills, from shooting magical black and white images to capturing wildlife to composing beautiful landscapes and perfect portraits—whether you’re a newcomer to photography or an experienced enthusiast. Daniel Lezano illustrates his clear, concise techniques throughout with a selection of stunning photographs.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781446356395
Publisher: David & Charles
Publication date: 01/07/2020
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 176
File size: 42 MB
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About the Author

Accomplished photographer and writer Daniel Lezano is the editor of Digital SLR Photography magazine. He is widely regarded as one of the UK’s leading photography writers, and is co-author of the bestselling 100 Ways to Take Better Portrait Photographs (David & Charles, 2006).

Table of Contents

Introduction6
Cameras in the 21st century
35mm AF SLRs8
Digital AF SLRs10
Film compacts14
Digital compacts16
Medium-format SLRs20
Direct-vision cameras22
Other types of camera23
Choosing the right camera24
How cameras work
Autofocus26
Exposure28
Aperture30
Exposure systems32
Metering systems36
Image capture
Film38
Digital image sensors44
Image storage46
File formats48
System accessories
Lenses50
Specialist lenses52
Flashguns54
Filter systems56
Studio lighting58
Studio and camera accessories60
Image usage
Scanners66
Home printers70
Software74
Darkrooms78
Basic techniques
Composition82
Depth of field86
Shutter speed90
Focusing92
Using exposure94
Equipment techniques
Filter techniques96
Lens techniques102
Flash techniques106
Studio flash techniques108
Subject techniques
Colour110
Black and white112
Wildlife and nature114
People118
Lighting for portraits122
Children124
Landscapes126
The four seasons130
Water134
Action136
Still lifes138
Fine art140
Documentary photography142
Architecture144
Night photography146
Close-ups148
Patterns150
Sunsets152
Travel154
Special effects156
Painting with light160
After the photo
Photo clinic162
Storing and displaying pictures164
Making money from your pictures166
Historic moments in photography168
Glossary170
Acknowledgments174
About the author174
Index174
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