โ Scribed by Julie Adair King
No coin nor oath required. For personal study only.
Professional photography advice for D3000 beginners
The Nikon D3000 is Nikon's new entry-level camera. With the D3000, you get all the features of Nikon's older cameras along with an updated battery, larger monitor, and improved focus features. In addition, the D3000 also offers simpler menus to help first-time DSLR users.
Assuming no prior dSLR knowledge, veteran author Julie Adair King offers you a tour of the camera body, a hands-on how-to on all the features of the D3000, and a step-by-step walkthrough of how to get the photos you want.
Packed with useful tips, this helpful guide encourages you to take control of your camera.
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About the Author
Authorโs Acknowledgments
Contents at a Glance
Table of Contents
Introduction
Part I: Fast Track to Super Snaps
Chapter 1: Getting the Lay of the Land
Getting Comfortable with Your Lens
Adjusting the Viewfinder Focus
Working with Memory Cards
Exploring External Camera Controls
Ordering from Camera Menus
Monitoring Shooting Settings
Using the Quick Settings Screen
Displaying Help Screens
Customizing Your Camera
Restoring Default Settings
Chapter 2: Taking Great Pictures, Automatically
Getting Good Point-and-Shoot Results
Using Flash in Automatic Exposure Modes
Exploring Your Automatic Exposure Options
Changing the (Shutter Button) Release Mode
Chapter 3: Controlling Picture Quality and Size
Diagnosing Quality Problems
Considering Resolution (Image Size)
Understanding the Image Quality Options
Setting Image Size and Quality
Chapter 4: Reviewing Your Photos
Setting Playback Timing Preferences
Enabling Automatic Picture Rotation
Viewing Images in Playback Mode
Viewing Picture Data
Deleting Photos
Protecting Photos
Part II: Taking Creative Control
Chapter 5: Getting Creative with Exposure and Lighting
Introducing the Exposure Trio: Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO
Exploring the Advanced Exposure Modes
Reading (And Adjusting) the Meter
Setting ISO, Aperture, and Shutter Speed
Choosing an Exposure Metering Mode
Applying Exposure Compensation
Using Autoexposure Lock
Expanding Tonal Range with Active D-Lighting
Using Flash in P, S, A, and M Modes
Chapter 6: Manipulating Focus and Color
Reviewing Focus Basics
Taking Advantage of Manual-Focusing Aids
Adjusting Autofocus Performance
Manipulating Depth of Field
Controlling Color
Choosing a Color Space: sRGB vs. Adobe RGB
Taking a Quick Look at Picture Controls
Chapter 7: Putting It All Together
Recapping Basic Picture Settings
Setting Up for Specific Scenes
Coping with Special Situations
Part III: Working with Picture Files
Chapter 8: Downloading, Organizing, and Archiving Your Picture Files
Sending Pictures to the Computer
Downloading and Organizing Photos with the Nikon Software
Processing RAW (NEF) Files
Chapter 9: Printing and Sharing Your Pictures
Printing Possibilities: Retail or Do-It-Yourself?
Preventing Potential Printing Problems
Preparing Pictures for E-Mail
Creating a Digital Slide Show
Viewing Your Photos on a Television
Part IV: The Part of Tens
Chapter 10: Ten Fun and Practical Retouch Menu Features
Applying the Retouch Menu Filters
Removing Red-Eye
Shadow Recovery with D-Lighting
Boosting Shadows, Contrast, and Saturation Together
Two Ways to Tweak Color
Creating Monochrome Photos
Softening Focus for a Dreamy Effect
Creating a Color Outline
Cropping Your Photo
Comparing Your Original and Retouched Photos
Chapter 11: Ten Special-Purpose Features to Explore on a Rainy Day
Annotate Your Images
Creating Custom Image Folders
Changing the Function Buttonโs Function
Customizing the AE-L/AF-L Button
Using the Shutter Button to Lock Exposure and Focus
Controlling Flash Output Manually
Adding a Starburst Effect
Combining Two Photos with Image Overlay
Turning Still Photos into a Stop-Motion Movie
Creating a Miniature Effect
Index
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