Digital photography

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Today's digital cameras are affordable and deliver quality images that rival traditional film. They are cost-effective and environmentally friendly, allowing you to share and print only what you need. With a digital camera, you can unleash your creativity and take risks you might avoid with film. The challenge lies in learning to harness the full potential of these compact devices. The 2nd Edition of this pocket guide expands on the basic photography techniques from the bestselling first edition, now in full color. It serves as your photo mentor, explaining each camera component, its function, and guiding you in selecting the right settings. When you wonder, "How can I get that picture?" simply consult this handy guide for quick answers. This fully illustrated resource covers a range of topics, including image resolution, shooting sports, close-ups, night shots, memory cards, image transfer, archiving, and creating QuickTime movies. Organized into three main sections—"Digital Camera Components," "Standard Camera Functions," and "How Do I?"—the topics are labeled A to Z for easy reference. Alternatively, use the comprehensive index or table of contents to locate specific information. Additionally, there are reference tables for quick look-up of white balance settings, exposure compensation, and camera modes.