Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 / A350 Digital Field Guide

by Bonner, Tom

• ISBN13: 9780470386279
• ISBN10: 0470386274
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-11-24
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

Walking readers through the controls, features, and functions of both the Sony Alpha A300 and the A350, this handy guide uses step-by-step instructions and provides full-color images of each menu screen Cleary demonstrates how to adjust white balance, autofocus, exposure--as well as when and why to adjust each of these key settings Goes beyond camera settings to offer readers a refresher guide on the principles of digital photography, covering the essentials of lighting, composition, and exposure Packed with amazing examples, this book also presents readers with a variety of tips and tricks to capturing portraits and candids, as well as sports, travel, and macro photography

Author Biography

Tom Bonner has been a photographer and journalist for more than three decades. His early work revolved around automotive and motorsports subjects, and his photos appeared extensively in automotive and travel magazines in the U.S. and Canada. He also edited a monthly publication for the International Show Car Association and traveled throughout the U.S. on photographic assignments for the ISCA.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments.

Part I: Using the Sony Alpha A300 Series.

Chapter 1: Exploring the Sony Alpha A300 and A350.

Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Alpha A300 Series DSLR.

Part II: Creating Great Photos with the Alpha A300 Series.

Chapter 3: Photography Essentials.

Chapter 4: Lenses and Accessories.

Chapter 5: Lighting Fundamentals.

Part III: Shooting with the Alpha A300.

Chapter 6: Photo Subjects.

Chapter 7: Creating a Digital Workflow.

Appendix A: Sony Alpha Resources.

Appendix B: Troubleshooting.

Glossary.

Index.