The Basic Book of Photography

by Grimm, Tom

• ISBN13: 9780452250833
• ISBN10: 0452250838
• Format: Paperback
• Publisher: Plume
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Summary

Completely revised and updated with information for the digital age, this remains the definitive guide to the world of photography. 300 illustrations.

Table of Contents

Smile, Say "Cheese"	p. xxiii
Operating Your Camera	p. 1
The "Best" Camera	p. 3
The 35mm Revolution	p. 3
Single Lens Reflex or Compact Camera?	p. 7
Protecting Your Camera	p. 16
Safeguarding Your Lenses	p. 19
Holding the Camera	p. 21
Loading Your Camera--for Sure	p. 23
Changing Partially Exposed Rolls of Film	p. 28
Making Multiple Exposures	p. 30
Understanding Film Speeds (ISO)	p. 33
Comprehending Shutter Speeds	p. 37
Adjusting Lens Openings	p. 40
Figuring Focus	p. 46
Dealing with Depth of Field	p. 53
Recognizing Some Common Photo Abbreviations	p. 59
Determining Exposure	p. 61
Setting the Film Speed (ISO)	p. 61
Setting the ISO Automatically with DX-Coded Films	p. 63
Understanding Automatic Exposure (AE) Controls	p. 65
Understanding Exposure Metering Systems	p. 69
Working with Exposure Override Controls	p. 73
Bracketing for the Best Exposure	p. 77
Concerning Exposure Meter Photocells	p. 79
Dealing with Exposure Meter and Camera Batteries	p. 81
Considering Hand-held Exposure Meters	p. 85
Simple Alternatives for Setting Exposures	p. 89
Making Accurate Exposure Readings	p. 91
Choosing Lenses	p. 102
Types of Lenses	p. 103
Determining the Quality and Cost of Lenses	p. 110
Mounting Lenses	p. 114
All About Autofocus Lenses	p. 115
Praising Zippy Zoom Lenses	p. 121
Tips for Using Telephoto Lenses	p. 124
Working with Wide-Angle Lenses	p. 130
Making It Big with Macro Lenses	p. 133
Creating Large Images with Close-up Lenses	p. 136
Nonoptical Options for Making Close-ups	p. 139
Finding Out All About Flash	p. 141
Day and Night Uses of Flash	p. 142
Farewell to Flashbulbs	p. 143
Types of Flash Equipment	p. 144
Determining Flash Power	p. 147
Understanding Flash Synchronization	p. 149
Features of Shoe-Mount Flash	p. 153
Facts About Flash Batteries	p. 168
Concerns About Flash Cords and Connections	p. 171
Figuring Manual Flash Exposures	p. 173
Fill Flash for More Flattering Photos	p. 178
Bounce Flash for Better Pictures	p. 184
Other Useful Flash Techniques	p. 187
Practical Considerations with Flash	p. 193
Selecting Films	p. 196
Types of Film	p. 199
Special-Purpose Films	p. 204
Speeds of Film	p. 207
Sizes of Films	p. 211
Processing of Films	p. 214
Color and Black-and-White Films Currently Available	p. 218
Improving Photos with Filters	p. 225
Understanding Filter Factors	p. 231
Three Filters for All Films	p. 233
Filters for Color Photography	p. 241
Filters for Black-and-White Photography	p. 247
Filters for Fun and Special Effects	p. 251
Considering Accessory Equipment	p. 256
Tips About Tripods	p. 256
Considerations About Camera Bags	p. 266
Multiple Choices with Multifunction and Data Backs	p. 269
Fast Filming with Motor Drives	p. 270
Buying Used Accessory Equipment	p. 272
Using Point-and-Shoot and Other Convenience Cameras	p. 274
Mastering 35mm Compact Cameras	p. 276
Avoiding Compact Camera Calamities	p. 291
Better Snapshots with APS (Advanced Photo System) Cameras	p. 292
Simple Shooting with Single-Use Cameras	p. 297
Almost Gone but Not Forgotten: Instamatic and Disc Cameras	p. 300
On-the-Spot Prints with Polaroid Instant Cameras	p. 301
The Impact of Convenience Cameras	p. 305
Experimenting with Digital Cameras and Computer Photo Electronic Imaging	p. 307
Resolution Is the Key to Digital Image Quality	p. 309
Digital Camera Details	p. 311
Composing Effective Photographs	p. 316
Pictures with a Purpose	p. 316
Have a Center of Interest	p. 318
Put the Main Subject Off Center	p. 318
Get in Close	p. 320
Keep the Horizon Straight	p. 320
Watch the Background	p. 321
Check All Angles	p. 322
Try Leading Lines	p. 324
Frame the Subject	p. 325
Vary the Format	p. 326
Include Size Indicators	p. 327
Focus for Effect	p. 328
Expose Accurately	p. 331
Include Some Action	p. 332
Use Good Timing	p. 338
Consider Color	p. 340
Use Your Imagination	p. 341
Learning About Lighting	p. 344
Basic Types of Lighting	p. 346
Outdoor Lighting Concerns	p. 348
Indoor Lighting, Especially for Portraits	p. 352
Photographing Under Special Conditions	p. 359
Shooting with Existing Light and at Night	p. 360
Creating Close-ups and Making Photographic Copies	p. 369
Having Fun with Infrared Films	p. 383
Making Multiple Exposures	p. 387
Flying with Your Camera	p. 395
Adventuring Underwater with a Camera	p. 398
Shooting Through Binoculars	p. 411
Trying a Telescope	p. 412
Working with a Microscope	p. 414
Traveling with a Camera	p. 416
What to Photograph	p. 416
Some Practical Advice	p. 421
Equipment to Take	p. 424
Film Brands and Prices	p. 428
Which Film Speeds?	p. 430
How Much Film?	p. 430
Protecting and Processing Film	p. 431
Mailing Film for Processing	p. 433
Identifying Film	p. 433
Regulations Against Photography	p. 434
U.S. Customs Considerations	p. 436
Buying Photo Equipment Abroad	p. 437
Processing Films and Prints	p. 440
Processes for Color and Black-and-White Films	p. 442
Processing in Black-and-White	p. 443
Developing Film	p. 445
Printing Contact Proof Sheets	p. 449
Selecting Enlarging Papers	p. 455
Choosing an Enlarger	p. 459
Making Enlargements	p. 466
Analyzing Any Faults in Your Photographs	p. 472
Other Errors	p. 474
Showing Off Your Photographs	p. 477
Editing Your Photos	p. 477
Selecting the Best Images for Display	p. 478
Mounting and Framing Enlargements	p. 480
Converting Photos for Computer and Video Display	p. 483
Projecting Slides and Pleasing Your Audience	p. 485
Finding Yourself in Photography	p. 497
Photo Books, Magazines, and Newsletters	p. 497
Photo Advice and Sources on the Internet, CD-ROM Discs, and Videotape	p. 499
Photo Schools, Workshops, Tours, Clubs, and Contests	p. 501
Photography for Profit	p. 503
A Glossary of Photographic Terms	p. 506
Weights and Measures	p. 550
Index	p. 553
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