Nikon D3100 digital field guide / J. Dennis Thomas.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Thomas, J. Dennis.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Nikon digital cameras--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Nikon digital cameras.

Photography--Digital techniques--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Photography.

Single-lens reflex cameras--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Single-lens reflex cameras.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (291 p.)

Edition:

1st edition

Place of Publication:

Indianapolis : Wiley Pub., Inc., 2011.

Language Note:

English

System Details:

text file

Summary:

A 14.2 megapixel camera with full 1080p video capabilities, the Nikon D3100 camera is both powerful and yet, accessible to first-time dSLR users. The Nikon D3100 Digital Field Guide will teach you how to get the most out of the advanced dSLR features of the Nikon D3100 as well as improve your basic photography skills. Chapter 1: Exploring the Nikon D3100. - This chapter covers the key components of the Nikon D3100 including basic layout, dials, switches, buttons, and navigation of the viewfinder screen. Chapter 2: Nikon D3100 Essentials. - Learn the various modes for e

Contents:

Nikon® D3100 Digital Field Guide; About the Author; Credits; Acknowledgments; Contents; Introduction; About This Book; About the D3100; Quick Tour; Getting Started; Downloading; Chapter 1: Exploring the Nikon D3100; Key Components of the D3100; Viewfinder Display; Information Display; Chapter 2: Nikon D3100 Essentials; Exposure Modes; Release Modes; Metering Modes; Autofocus Modes; AF Area Modes; ISO Sensitivity; White Balance; Picture Controls; Understanding JPEG Compression; NEF or RAW Flexibility; Chapter 3: Exploring the Nikon D3100 Menus; Playback Menu; Shooting Menu; Setup Menu

Retouch MenuChapter 4: Essential Photography Concepts; Understanding Exposure; Fine-Tuning Your Exposure; Understanding Depth of Field; Rules of Composition; Chapter 5: Selecting and Using Lenses; Introduction to Lenses; Kit Lenses; Zoom Lenses versus Prime Lenses; Wide-angle and Ultrawide-angle Lenses; Standard or Midrange Lenses; Telephoto Lenses; Macro Lenses; Using Vibration Reduction Lenses; Chapter 6: Working with Light; Lighting Essentials; Natural Light; Continuous Lighting; D3100 Flash Basics; Nikon Creative Lighting System Basics; Chapter 7: Working with Live View and Video

Live ViewVideo; Tricks, Tips, and Workarounds; Chapter 8: Real World Applications; Abstract Photography; Action and Sports Photography; Architectural Photography; Concert Photography; Flower and Plant Photography; Landscape Photography; Macro Photography; Night and Low-Light Photography; Pet Photography; Portrait Photography; Wildlife Photography; Chapter 9: Viewing and In-camera Editing; Viewing Your Images; Downloading Images; The Retouch Menu; Retouch Menu Options; Appendix A: Accessories; MC-DC2 Remote Release Cord; Tripods; Video accessories; Camera Bags and Cases

Appendix B: How to Use the Gray Card and Color CheckerThe Gray Card; The Color Checker; Glossary; Index

Notes:

Includes index.

ISBN:

9786612905032

9781282905030

1282905031

9781118013410

1118013417

OCLC:

696363609