Mastering Digital Photography and Imaging
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Books › Computers › Optical Data Processing
ISBN: 0782142907 / Publisher: Sybex, February 2004
Shares techniques designed to help readers create professional-looking images, discussing the differences and similarities between digital and film cameras, the special needs of digital imaging, and how to create a variety of special visual effects.
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"A must-read for those who want to enhance their digital photography experience."—George Schaub, Editorial Director, Shutterbug and eDigitalPhoto magazinesWith a three or more megapixel digital camera or a good scanner, affordable image-editing software, and a photo-realistic printer, you have all the tools you need to create absolutely stunning images. But understanding all your options and getting the best possible results can be daunting. What features should you look for in a digital camera? What accessories do you need? How do you capture the best possible images with your digital equipment--and make corrections when you don't? What are the advantages of RAW capture? How can you get consistently great prints?Peter K. Burian, coauthor of the best-selling National Geographic Photography Field Guide, has taken the digital plunge and lived to write about it. The result is a practical, accessible guide that demystifies the world of digital photography and imaging--a must-read whether you're a photography enthusiast making the leap to digital, a gadget lover looking for the latest technology, a novice photographer, or anybody who regularly works with images.Inside you'll find:A buyer's guide to the essential equipment and software: learn the pros and cons of compact digicams versus digital SLR cameras; choose a suitable scanner; find the right imaging program for your needs; select the perfect photo printerFocusing, composition, and lighting tips for making snapshots that you'll be proud ofPro tips and techniques for using all your camera's advanced featuresTechniques for getting scans of exceptional quality, whether you're scanning prints, slides, or negativesRecommendations on upgrading your computer and peripherals for digital imagingProfessional methods for fine-tuning your images in the digital darkroomTechniques for creating color or black-and-white prints of exhibition qualityTips on optimizing your images for use in e-mail, online albums, and web pages
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