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The Confused Photographer'S Guide To Photographic Exposure And The Simplified Zone System
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Contrary To Popular Belief, When You Buy An Expensive Camera The Exposure Skills Do Not Come With It!When You Buy An Expensive Guitar, You Know That Playing Skills Do Not Come With It! When You Buy An Expensive Car, You Know That Driving Skills Do Not Come With It! When You Buy An Expensive Camera, Why, Then, Do You Not Know That Exposure Skills Do Not Come With It?This Book Teaches The Beginning Digital/35Mm Photographer (9Th Grade Level) The Simple And Practical Methods Of Correctly Exposing A Subject. This Is Also The World'S First Digital Zone System Book That Addresses The Application Of The Zone System Of Exposure Using Current Manual Digital Cameras Including Many Of Today'S Dslrs. The Book Covers In Detail The Applications Of A Camera'S Meter, An Offcamera Spot Meter, An Offcamera Incident Meter, And Easytoremember Techniques For Exposing Sunlit To Moonlit Subjects Without A Meter. The Book Uses Farzad'S Simplified 5Stop Technique Using 100 Iso Color Slide Or Digital Film As Its Base, But The Same Techniques Can Be Applied To Black And White, As Well As Color Negative Film With Different Isos. Since All The Thinking Is Done Before The Photographer Takes The Picture, The Book Is Ideal For This Millennium'S 35Mm Photographers That Use Onehour Processing Labs. Since All The Exposure Decisions Are Made Ahead Of Time (Before The Picture Is Taken), The Technique Saves The Digital Photographer Many Hours That He Or She Would Waste Behind The Computer Trying To Figure Out What He/She Wanted To Capture In The First Place. The Highest Level Of Math Required From The Reader To Understand This Book, Is To Be Able To Multiply And Divide A Number By Two. Also In The Fourth Edition (With The Lotus Flower On The Cover), A Special Calibration Section Is Added To The End Of The Book For All Those Photographers Who Have Spent A Few Thousand Dollars On Their Dslr And Are Consistently Getting Underexposed And Unacceptable Images.The Fourth Edition Also Includes Digital Footnotes And Assignments For Photographers Using Manual Digital Cameras. The Book Also Includes Digital As Well As 35Mm Exposure Cheat Sheets For Canon Eos 5D, Canon Eos 10D, Canon Eos 20D, Canon Eos 30D, Canon Eos A2/A2E, Canon Eos Rebel Ti, Canon Eos Rebel Xt, Canon Eos Rebel Xti, Canon Powershot G5, Fujifilm Finepix S7000, Minolta Maxxum 5, Minolta Maxxum 7, Minolta Maxxum 9, Minolta Maxxum Stsi, Nikon Coolpix 990, Nikon Coolpix 5700, Nikon Coolpix 8700, Nikon D50, Nikon D70, Nikon D80, Nikon D200, Nikon F4, Nikon F5, Nikon F100, Nikon N70, Nikon N90, Nikon N6006, Nikon N8008S, Pentax *Istd, Pentax 645N, Pentax Mzs, Pentax Pz1P, And Sony Dscf717.
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- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains two hundred ninety-two pages. It provides detailed guidance on photographic exposure techniques.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in paperback. This makes it lightweight and easy to handle for both beginners and experienced photographers.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures eight point two seven inches in length, zero point seven five inches in width, and ten point five one inches in height. These dimensions make it convenient for storage and transport.
- Q: How do I apply the techniques from this book? A: You can apply the techniques by following the simplified methods outlined for exposure. The book is designed for beginning photographers and is suitable for both digital and film cameras.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners. It is written at a ninth-grade reading level and simplifies complex exposure techniques.
- Q: Can I use this book for digital photography? A: Yes, the book is specifically designed for digital photography. It includes techniques applicable to manual digital cameras, making it highly relevant for today's photographers.
- Q: How should I care for this book? A: To keep the book in good condition, store it in a dry place away from direct sunlight. Avoid bending the spine to maintain its structural integrity.
- Q: Are there any specific cleaning instructions for this book? A: No specific cleaning instructions are provided. However, keeping it away from moisture and handling it with clean hands is advisable.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a return or exchange. Most sellers have policies in place to handle such situations.
- Q: Does this book come with a warranty? A: No, this book does not come with a warranty. However, check with the seller for their return policy in case of any issues.
- Q: How does this book compare to others in the photography genre? A: This book stands out due to its focus on the Zone System and exposure techniques tailored for both digital and film photography. It is a unique resource for learning these skills.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for children? A: Yes, this book is appropriate for older children, particularly those at a ninth-grade reading level. It offers accessible exposure techniques for young aspiring photographers.
- Q: What makes this book different from other photography books? A: This book is unique as it combines practical exposure techniques with the simplified Zone System. It addresses current digital camera use, making it a relevant resource.
- Q: Are there any specific assignments included in the book? A: Yes, the fourth edition includes digital footnotes and assignments. These are designed to engage photographers using manual digital cameras.
- Q: Can the techniques in this book be applied to film photography? A: Yes, the techniques can be applied to both digital and film photography. The methods discussed are versatile and cater to different types of cameras.