The Complete Digital SLR Handbook: Master Your Camera to Take Pictures Like a Pro (Fox Chapel Publishing) Learn About Settings, Exposure, Composition, Autofocus, Lenses, and Photoshop Editing

Stop shooting on Auto and start taking photos you'll be proud to share!

The latest digital SLR cameras are incredibly powerful, but all those buttons, menus, and modes can feel confusing even if you have photographed for years. The Complete Digital SLR Handbook teaches you how to master advanced controls and take full control of the photographic process so you can stop wasting shots and make every shot a winner.

• DSLR crash course builds essential skills fast for new SLR owners and offers a practical refresher for experienced users
• Get sharp, well exposed results with clear guidance on exposure, depth of field, shutter speed, movement, settings, sharpness, and common problems
• See like a photographer by understanding composition and learning how to find stronger shots in the real world
• Take control of focus with expert advice on autofocus, AF points, choosing the right spot, and nailing technique
• Shoot real subjects with confidence using step-by-step guides with tips for getting the best possible shot
• Choose the right gear with in-depth accessory reviews comparing leading brands, from telephoto zoom lenses to macro flashes
• Edit like a pro with 40 pages of Photoshop advice and step-by-step lessons to adjust color, contrast, exposure, depth, and more
• Free CD included with video tutorials for the Photoshop lessons, plus the original photographs so you can follow along on your computer

With expert instruction and real world advice, this handbook helps you turn camera complexity into creative control and stronger photos.

Build real photography skills and make every shot count with The Complete Digital SLR Handbook!