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Nikon D40/D40x Digital Field Guide

by: David D. Busch

September 25, 2007
What an amazing read. If you are new to DSLR or photography in general and you have the D40/X you must own this book. Full of concise step by step easy to read instructions on getting the most out of your camera. I can't put it down. Learn how to use the basic dials on your camera and take great shots. Then when you feel more comfortable with it move on to more indepth actions on exposure, lighting, composition etc. Each chapter lets you feel your way in to the subject so you don't feel rushed. This allows you to understand everything easier and that way you feel like you are actually learning something and remembering it. You really can't do without this book. An amazing read. I love it as much as the camera itself.I would pay double for this ... Read More:

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Digital SLR Cameras and Photography for Dummies (For Dummies)

by: David D. Busch

October 19, 2007
This is a book for those who do not have an idea what is aperture (Av), shutter speed (Tv) or ISO. So if you have a compact point-and-shoot camera you know what these are. But it is a book that I bought before I even bought the DSLR camera. THe photos though in colour may not be the best but it is written to be read in a weekend.

D. Busch knows his stuff. At less than 10 quids it will sparkle your imagination and get your camera to go out an experiment.

Recommended.

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Nikon D80 Digital Field Guide

by: David D. Busch

May 29, 2007
I have bought a number of camera manuals over the years from Lantern guides to Hove foto books, and they have all really done little more than re-hash the camera manual. The Digital Field guide starts with the manual and simplifies it and pulls out lots of useful customisation settings on the D80. It very quickly helps you around all the key featrures of the camera, then digs deeper into some key areas of operation. It is clearly and logiclly written and with lots of clean illustrations. The latter half is made up of a lot of general photography tips and an experienced photographer may skip a lot of this section, although I have to put my hand up and admit it refreshed me on a couple of key elements around flash. If you have bought a D80 and have spent ... Read More:

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Canon EOS 40D Guide to Digital Photography

by: David D Busch

November 16, 2007
The first part of the book is just an extended manual. It goes through the camera menus and settings just like the manual does, although in a bit more details. In the second part of the book talks about exposure, lenses and lightning, and finishes off with a bit about image download and 40D troubleshooting.

Whether or not you will get something out of this book depends heavily on long you have had your 40D and how long you have been take photographs.

If the 40D is your very first digital SLR camera, and you have only just bought it, this book will teach you a lot of new stuff and will properly be of great value.

If you have owned previous Canon SLR cameras, or if you have been using the 40D for a while, the first part ... Read More:

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Nikon D50 Digital Field Guide

by: David D. Busch

November 18, 2005
Forget the basic and unhelpful user book that comes with the D50. As an entry leve Digital SLR camera, I love the Nikon D50, but the manual that comes with it explains the basics on the settings etc. but gives you very little insight into getting the best from your camera. This will take you through the A to Z of how to get the best from your D50, and really will improve your pictures.

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Photoshop 7 All-in-one Desk Reference for Dummies (For Dummies)

by: Barbara Obermeier, David D. Busch

January 03, 2003
Forget the basic and unhelpful user book that comes with the D50. As an entry leve Digital SLR camera, I love the Nikon D50, but the manual that comes with it explains the basics on the settings etc. but gives you very little insight into getting the best from your camera. This will take you through the A to Z of how to get the best from your D50, and really will improve your pictures.

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Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 Digital Field Guide

by: David D. Busch

March 02, 2007
Forget the basic and unhelpful user book that comes with the D50. As an entry leve Digital SLR camera, I love the Nikon D50, but the manual that comes with it explains the basics on the settings etc. but gives you very little insight into getting the best from your camera. This will take you through the A to Z of how to get the best from your D50, and really will improve your pictures.

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Digital Photography All-in-One Desk Reference for Dummies (For Dummies)

by: David D. Busch

September 19, 2006
Anyone who knows the series knows that these books aren't really for dummies,they're for people who want a wide range of answers, clearly and simply presented, but with a thoroughness that will satisfy even people with a good knowledge of the topic.

An essential introduction and with a good dose of humour too.

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Nikon D200 Digital Field Guide

by: David D. Busch

July 14, 2006
The main problem I find with this book is that all it seems to do is copy much of its information out of the original Nikon User Guide and doesn't explain much of it in any greater detail - probably the main reason for getting it in the first place! At least the Nikon Guide is written in a logical order - not so with Mr Busch's effort! It also hardly mentions the personal customisation settings that are available on the D200 - something that I was particularly interested in. Not even the Field Projects section is described in anything more than a brief explanation for each topic. THIS BOOK LACKS DETAIL!! Get Simon Stafford's Magic Lantern Guide instead - it's far superior

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Nikon D70 Digital Field Guide

by: David D. Busch

August 05, 2005

I bought this book, on spec from Amazon a couple of years ago, because I found the accompanying manual difficult to read. It was small writing, and often confusing, I had to read the paragraphs several times to really understand it.

This book, in some ways isn't much better. However, I find it easier to read, as it is slightly more chatty. The text size is also more readable.

However, I tend to keep it in the camera bag, as a source of reference. As such it is useful to have on holidays etc. Then if yo need to refresh your memory the information is there. Also I ahve used it as a time waster when waiting for flights, or passing time at the pool etc.

So over all, nothing more than a glorified manual, but for the money ... Read More: