Synopses & Reviews
Learn what you can do with all the power packed into that camera!Is this your very first digital SLR? Or have you already shot photos with a dSLR, but aren't quite sure how to handle your EOS 7D? Either way, this is the book you want. Here's how to use the two automatic modes, shoot RAW or JPEG, master your camera's advanced features, use Live View, get great shots, and then edit and print your images.
It's all about control — get acquainted with all the controls and menus and how to use each one
Quality counts — learn to choose the best image size and quality for your purposes
It's Live — shoot photos and movies with Live View, take advantage of creative modes, and get the most from custom functions
Get flashy — use the built-in flash, auxiliary flash, and external Speedlites
Perfect your image — organize and edit your photos, understand metadata and RAW files, crop and resize images, and prepare for printing
Open the book and find:
What you can learn from the LCD monitor
How to ease yourself into manual control
Tips for capturing exactly what you want when you shoot
What a histogram can tell you
How to create high-definition video with your EOS 7D
Advice on outfitting your camera bag
Things to watch for when using Live View
How to use the Canon ZoomBrowser EX
Learn to:
Use the on-board controls, Live View, and playback mode
Dial in exposure and fine-tune focus
Get great shots in many situations
Synopsis
Canon EOS 7D For Dummies aims squarely at first-time dSLR users looking for a guide to help them better understand their camera's controls. The book introduces users to the camera's main functions and offers examples on how to use them to create effective digital photos. Coverage includes: Exploring the on-board controls Shooting in auto mode Using live view and playback modes Dialing in exposure and lighting controls Manipulating focus and color controls Situational shooting Getting pics onto a PC for editing Part of Tens including ten editing tricks and pro functions
Synopsis
Get the most out of the new Canon EOS 7D with this fun and friendly guideThe new Canon EOS 7D comes equipped with a huge 18.0 megapixel sensor, many beginner-friendly features to aid in getting great pictures, and a video mode that allows you to shoot video as well as stills. If you're looking to get the most from the features and functions that come with this dSLR, then this is the book for you!
Written by a veteran author and experience photographer, this easy-to-understand guide shows you how to properly use all the capabilities of this new camera. Filled with page after page of full-color images, this book walks you through the features of the Canon EOS 7D and the software that accompanies it.
- Introduces you to the main features and functions of the new Canon EOS 7D
- Explains the on-board controls, shooting in auto mode, using live view and playback modes, and dialing in exposure and lighting controls
- Walks you through manipulating focus and color controls and handling situational shooting
- Addresses getting photos onto a PC for editing
Prepare to take aim at maximizing all the features and functions that the Canon EOS 7D has to offer with this helpful book by your side!
About the Author
Doug Sahlin operates a professional photography business specializing in event and portrait photography. He is skilled in multimedia and Web design, and is the author of Building Web Sites All-in-One For Dummies, Digital Photography Workbook For Dummies, and Digital Portrait Photography For Dummies.
Table of Contents
Introduction.Part I: Getting to Know Your Canon EOS 7D.
Chapter 1: Exploring the Canon EOS 7D.
Chapter 2: Automatically Capturing Great Photographs.
Chapter 3: Specifying Image Size and Quality.
Chapter 4: Using the LCD Monitor.
Part II: Beyond Point-and-Shoot Photography.
Chapter 5: Shooting Pictures and Movies with Live View.
Chapter 6: Getting the Most from Your Camera.
Chapter 7: Using Advanced Camera Features.
Chapter 8: Mastering Your EOS 7D.
Part III: Editing and Sharing Your Images.
Chapter 9: Editing Your Images.
Chapter 10: Creating Prints from Your Images.
Part IV: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 11: Ten (Plus One) Tips and Tricks.
Chapter 12: Ten (Plus One) Cool Projects.
Index.