The ideal guide for beginning DSLR camera users, with full-color examples of what you can achieve Make the most of your Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax, or Olympus digital SLR camera! This guide explains the different lenses, the many settings and how to use them, the results you can get from using different controls, how to use lighting and exposure, and much more. If you haven't purchased your camera yet, you'll also find tips on choosing a camera and accessories. And you'll find out how to make your pictures even better with Photoshop. Updated for all the newest camera models Introduces you to all the features common to DSLR cameras Illustrated with more than 300 full-color photos and screen shots Shares tips on composition, lighting and exposure controls, and file formats Explains Adobe Photoshop and how to create fine prints from your photos Offers advice on improving your photos and where to find help If you're new to digital SLR photography, here's just what you need to have fun and success with your camera! New to digital SLR photography? Here's just what you need for success and fun! Whether you're moving from a film SLR to digital or from any point-and-shoot to SLR, there's a lot to learn. Here's the scoop on all the newest camera models, a guide to dSLR features and how to use them, tips on composing and lighting your shots, and a whole lot more. Discover what different lenses do and how to capture great images! How does it do that? - learn about the workings of your camera so you can take advantage of all its featuresYou're in control - master all the dials and buttons while learning to choose and use various lensesGo RAW - improve your photography with advanced capabilities like using RAW format and sequence shootingMake the good even better - quick tips for cropping an image, improving lighting, and sharpening focus?The prints of your dreams - get advice on choosing a photo printer and tips on creating prints to keep, frame, and share Open the book and find: Translations of confusing photography terms Tips on image editing Ten quick and easy ways to improve your photography The lowdown on camera accessories How to choose an image editing program Cool things you can do with a dSLR camera The rules of good photo composition Advice on shooting portraits, publicity photos, and landscapes