Description
Assuming little to no knowledge of photographic terms, techniques, or technology, Beyond Point-And-Shoot is intended to help smooth the transition from photographic newbie to “real” photographer who is experienced, in-regulate, and passionate about their craft. Creator Darrell Young explores more than a few types of interchangeable-lens cameras, focusing on those with larger imaging sensors, such as digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras.
Discover ways to get the most out of your camera’s automatic and semi-automatic exposure modes, in addition to how to move beyond those modes and take full, manual regulate of your camera. Watch your photography beef up as you discover how to apply important photographic principles, such as depth of field, white balance, and metering. With this new found knowledge you’ll be able to move beyond point-and-shoot and begin taking in reality great photographs.
Other topics include:
- Camera types and categories
- Choosing a camera system: DSLR vs. ILC
- Lens types, focal length, angle of view, and filters
- Aperture, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity
- Controlling exposure, depth of field, and subject motion
- Using scene, auto, semi-auto, and manual exposure modes
- Understanding image formats: JPEG, TIFF, and RAW
- Using the powerful histogram for better pictures
- White balance, color space, and RGB bit-depth
- And a lot more!