Real World Digital Photography addresses the wide range of topics surrounding digital photography, including up-to-date descriptions of the latest camera technology, expert advice for taking better photographs, and tips and techniques for preparing images for output in print and on the Web. Filled with full color images this book guides you through purchasing decisions, how to improve your photography and digital darkroom skills, and offers insightful information based on the many years of the three authors experience with digital imaging.

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Table of Contents

Overview:

How digital cameras work, how they differ from film cameras, and how that affects your shooting technique

Shopping for the digital camera that's best for you

Fundamentals of photography, including how to use lighting, flash equipment, and improve composition

How to assemble a digital darkroom that will serve your needs for years to come

Practical image-editing techniques to improve tone and contrast, correct colors, and enhance focus.

Nearly 200 pages of digital darkroom techniques using Adobe Photoshop CS

Filled with professional insights to help you get better results from your digital camera

Table of Contents

PART ONE: The Essentials of Digital Photography


* Ch. 01: Why Digital?
* Ch. 02: Nuts & Bolts of Digital Imaging
* Ch 03: How a Digital Camera Works
* Ch 04: Buying a Digital Camera
* Ch 05: Essential Accessories


PART TWO: Digital Photography Techniques

* Ch. 06: Digital Photography Foundations
* Ch. 07 Seeing the Light


PART THREE: The Digital Darkroom

* Ch 8: Building a Digital Darkroom
* Ch 9: Download, Edit, and Acquire
* Ch 10: Essential Image Enhancement
* Ch 11: Digital Darkroom Expert Techniques


PART FOUR: Output and Present

* Ch 12: From Capture to Monitor to Print
* Ch 13: The Digital Portfolio
* Ch 14: Archive, Catalog, and Backup