Understanding Digital Cameras
Jon Tarrant
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Understanding Digital Cameras
by Jon Tarrant
Published
2007
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Group
Pages
360
ISBN-13
9781136105050
Description
Photographers will take the best images with this clearly written book explaining how digital cameras work! Understanding Digital Cameras will help you to:Choose the right camera, lens and output option to capture the perfect imageDevelop great technique, whatever your style or subject matterBe inspired!Showcasing a wide range of images, plus the work and insights of guest photographers This key resource for all photographers will help you get the very best from today's sophisticated digital cameras. Discover which type of camera, lens, lighting and printer is right for you with clear explanations and close-ups of camera settings and menus. A key tool to improve your photography is to see comparison images side by side. Tarrant shoots the same scene with different equipment or a different approach, to show exactly what a camera and technique can or can't do. He also shows you images that haven't worked - and explains precisely why. In this book you will learn essential photographic techniques, before moving on to specific genres: people, nature, action shots and working in the studio. Detailed captions throughout explain which camera and lens was used for each shot and highlight key factors in getting the right exposure, lighting and composition. There is an essential troubleshooting guide to printing errors such as smudges, lines and colour casts. Discover how to produce fine art prints and optimize images for the Web. Plus key technical information on digital and optical quality and colour management. Packed with tips, clear explanations, with all photography terms defined, box outs with key information, and showcasing a wide range of image styles and subjects, this book (and a camera!), is all you need to start creating great images! Jon Tarrant has spent many years as an award-winning professional photographer and much-published photographic writer. He is former editor of the British Journal of Photography, to which he still contributes, and of Professional Photographer and HotShoe International magazines.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Understanding Digital Cameras?
This edition of Understanding Digital Cameras has approximately 360 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Understanding Digital Cameras?
For most readers, Understanding Digital Cameras typically takes between 7h 30m and 5h 0m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 90,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 0m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 90,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Understanding Digital Cameras?
The estimated word count for Understanding Digital Cameras is approximately 90,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Understanding Digital Cameras?
Understanding Digital Cameras was written by Jon Tarrant.
When was Understanding Digital Cameras published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2007. The original work may have been published on a different date.