Tom Grimm, Michele Grimm

The Basic Book of Photography

Fifth Edition

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

For nearly three decades, The Basic Book of Photography has been the ideal handbook for beginning and experienced photographers alike. This comprehensive edition has been expanded to include the latest technological innovations in digital photography and the most modern methods and products used in traditional film photography. So whether you use a single lens reflex (SLR), compact, APS, single-use, instant, or digital camera, you'll learn everything you need to know about how to operate your photo equipment successfully to produce the most striking pictures. This greatly expanded edition includes: * An all new chapter on digital cameras and imaging * Indoor and outdoor lighting techniques * Descriptions of all color, black-and-white, and infrared films * Procedures for processing your own pictures * Ways to enjoy your photography on the internet With more than 395 instructive illustrations and an extensive glossary, The Basic Book of Photography help you become the photographer you always wanted to be.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Penguin Publishing Group
• 2004th edition
• Seitenzahl: 672
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. August 2003
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 41mm
• Gewicht: 726g
• ISBN-13: 9780452284258
• ISBN-10: 0452284252
• Artikelnr.: 22034694

Autorenporträt

Tom Grimm is a freelance photographer based in Oregon who has spent more than 40 years behind a camera and in the darkroom. He has taught at UC Irvine and has traveled to more than 125 countries on assignment for major publications. He is the co-author of The Basic Book of Photography. Michele and Tom Grimm are freelance photographers and writers who have written and illustrated a dozen other adult and children’s books.  They live in Oregon.

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The Basic Book of Photography - 2004 EditionSmile
Say "Cheese" 1. COMPOSING EFFECTIVE PHOTOGRAPHS Pictures with a Purpose Have a Center of Interest Put the Main Subject Off Center rule of thirds
dividing the horizon Get in Close Keep the Horizon Straight Watch the Background Check All Angles Try Leading Lines Frame the Subject Vary the Format Include Size Indicators Focus for Effect depth of field use Expose Accurately Include Some Action stop-action
point of reference
chart of suggested shutter speeds
peak of action
panning
using flash
slow shutter speeds
blurring
zooming Use Good Timing time of day Consider Color also for black-and-white photography Use Your Imagination breaking the rules
experimentation 2. OPERATING YOUR CAMERA camera instruction manual The "Best" Camera"The 35mm Revolution various types of cameras: small-
medium-
and large-format Single Lens Reflex or Compact Camera? various camera names
various automatic features
viewfinder differences
parallax error
focusing differences
shutter differences Protecting Your Camera camera strap
case
bag
precautions
maintenance Safeguarding Your Lenses cleaning
lens shade
protective filters
lens cap Holding the Camera camera movement/shake
shutter release technique
self-timer
vibration reduction/image stabilization
cable release and remote cord
mirror lock-up
eyepiece shutter/blind Loading Your Camera - for Sure autoload
film leader
take-up spool
cassette
chamber
rewing crank/knob
loading mark
transport reel
sprocket holes
manual loading
film rewind button
transport indicator
frame counter
load indicator
view window
autowind
film prewind
autorewind
film pressure plate Changing Partially Exposed Rolls of Film film rewind procedures
frame counter
leader retriever
changing bag
reload procedure
APS mid-roll change Making Multiple Exposures double/multiple exposures
multiple exposure control
multiexposure mode Understanding Film Speeds (ISO) latent image
slow-speed
medium-speed
and high-speed/fast films
ASA
DIN and ISO film speed rating systems
ISO chart
interrelationships of film speeds
relationship to exposure
exposure meters
auto-exposure cameras Comprehending Shutter Speeds shutter speed control dial and LCD information panel
focal plane shutters
specific shutter speeds
B (bulb) and T (time) shutter settings
time exposures
lock-screw cable release
trigger-lock and programmable remote cords
interrelationships of shutter speeds Adjusting Lens Openings aperture/diaphragm
specific f/stops
interrelationships of f/stops
lens focal length
full stops and half-stops
click stops
interrelationships of lens openings and shutter speeds
auto-exposure cameras
multimode exposure cameras
programmed mode
specialized programmed modes
shutter-priority mode
aperture-priority mode Figuring Focus autofocus cameras
autofocus lenses
autofocusing
fixed/free focus
zone focus
autofocusing single lens reflex cameras (lens focusing ring
focus control switch
focus detection area
and in-focus indicator)
focusing screen
automatic lens aperture
manual focusing single lens reflex cameras (split-image rangefinder and microprism focusing collar)
distance scale
infinity
point of focus indicator
infrared focus indicator
viewfinder coverage and magnification
high-eyepoint viewfinders
eyecup
diopter correction control
eyepiece correction lenses Dealing with Depth of Field depth of field scale and chart
techniques to determine and control depth of field
depth of field preview device
hyperfocal distance Recognizing Some Common Photo Abbreviations 3. DETERMINING EXPOSURE types of exposure meters: built-in and hand-held Setting the Film Speed (ISO) LCD information panel
film speed dial
range of film speeds/ISO numbers Setting the ISO automatically with DX-coded films DX (data exchange)
film speed controls
exposure index (EI) Understanding Automatic Exposure (AE) Controls auto-exposure (AE) cameras
multimode exposure
exposure mode selector/control dial
programmed (P) mode
aperture-priority (A) mode
shutter-priority (S) mode
manual (M) mode
specialized programmed exposure modes
aperture-preferred cameras
shutter-preferred cameras Understanding Exposure Metering Systems through-the-lens (TTL) metering
averaging meters
center-weighted metering
spot metering
multizone metering
off-the-film (OTF) flash metering
automatic aperture
open-aperture/full-aperture metering
depth of field preview
stop-down metering Working with Exposure Override Controls exposure lock/memory lock
backlight mode
exposure compensator
exposure compensation dial
manual exposure Bracketing for the Best Exposure bracketing technique
exposure latitude
autobracketing Concerning Exposure Meter Photocells selenium cell
cadmium sulfide (CdS) cell
silicon photo diode (SPD)
silicon blue cell (SBC)
metering range
exposure value (EV)
sensitivity warnings Dealing with Exposure Meter and Camera Batteries battery check
battery sizes
battery types (alkaline
lithium
nickel-cadmium
nickel metal hydride
replaceable and rechargeable)
battery chargers
battery precautions Considering Hand-held Exposure Meters reflected-light and incident-light readings
flash meters
color temperature meters
exposure lock
averaging and spot meters
angle of acceptance
zero adjustment Simple Alternatives for Setting Exposures film instruction data
f/16 rule of thumb
experienced guess Making Accurate Exposure Readings proper exposure
highlight detail
shadow detail
middle/average tone
extremes in contrast
exposing for the main subject
multizone metering
spot metering
hand reading
photographic gray card
bracketing
exposure latitude
Ansel Adams Zone System 4. CHOOSING LENSES interchangeable lenses
focal length
subject image size
angle of view/field of view Types of Lenses normal/standard lens
telephoto lens
wide-angle lens
fish-eye lens
circular fish-eye lens
full-frame fish-eye lens
ultra-wide-angle lens
list of lens focal lengths and angles of view
fixed/single focal length
zoom lens
variable aperture zoom lens
macro lens
close-up lens
diopter
extension tubes and bellows
autofocus lenses
camera types with permanently mounted lenses Determing the Quality and Cost of Lenses technical jargon
cost
optical quality
aspherical lens
apochromatic lens
maximum lens opening
sharpness
internal focusing
image stabilization
gray-market lenses Mounting Lenses bayonet
breech-lock
and screw mounts All About Autofocus Lenses focus control switch
focus mode selector
single shot focus
focus priority
continuous focus
release priority
predictive autofocus
film advance control
single frame and continuous advance
high-speed and low-speed continuous advance
electronic rangefinder
in-focus indicator
focus detection area
cross-type and multi AF sensors
wide area and spot area autofocusing
eye-control autofocusing
focusing on off-center subjects
autofocus lock
passive phase detection and active infrared autofocus systems
AF assist/autofocus illuminator beam
autofocusing limitations
interchangeable focusing screens
freeze/trap focus Praising Zippy Zoom Lenses uses
features
macro/close-focus capabilities
variable focal length/varifocal lenses
one-touch and two-touch controls Tips for Using Telephoto Lenses uses
types
camera movement concerns
tripod
pistol grip and shoulder brace support
maximum lens aperture
depth of field
lens extender/converter
reflext-type mirror/catadioptric telephoto Working with Wide-Angle Lenses Working with Wide-Angle Lenses focal lengths
uses
distortion
depth of field
keystoning
perspective-correction/control lens Making It Big with Macro Lenses macro/micro/close-focus lenses
reproduction ratios
critical focus
ring light
lens reversing/macro adapter ring Creating Large Images with Close-up Lenses accessory lenses
diopter
focusing ranges
variable close-up lenses
sizes
focusing and framing
parallax error Nonoptical Options for Making Close-ups extension tubes and bellows 5. FINDING OUT ALL ABOUT FLASH fill flash
flashbulbs
electronic flash Day and Night Uses of Flash Farewell to Flashbulbs Types of Flash Equipment built-in flash
automatic flash operating range
red-eye reduction
accessory flash unit
shoe-mount flash
hot shoe
accessory shoe
handle-mount flash
flash bracket
studio flash
modeling lights
ring light/macro flash Determining Flash Power light output
flash guide number
zoom flash head
light output control
flash exposure test Understanding Flash Synchronization focal plane shutters
fastest shutter speeds
hot shoe
flash cord sockets
flash synchronization test Features of Shoe-Mount Flash brands
feature summary
dedicated autoflash
flash mounting foot
universal dedicated autoflash
hot shoe modules
automatic flash exposure/autoflash
TTL (through-the-lens) autoflash
off-the-film (OTF) flash metering
flash mode selector
automatic fill flash
non-TTL autoflash
photocell sensor
automatic flash operating ranges
LCD information panel
indicator bar
distance scale
sensor coverage
manual flash control
on/off power switch
flash status signals (ready light and sufficient light indicator/confidence light)
open flash/test flash button
tilting and rotating flash head
secondary flash head
catchlight
bounce card
bare-bulb flash
auto-zoom flash head
flash coverage/angle of illumination
wide-angle flash adapter/diffuser
telephoto flash adapter
zoom head adjustment button
AF assist/auto illuminator beam
in-focus indicator
red-eye reduction
preflashes
red-eye reduction pen
flash exposure bracketing
flash exposure compensation
light output/variable power control
slow sync
ghosting
rear-curtain/second curtain/trailing sync
normal/first curtain/leading sync
high-speed sync
repeating/multiple/stroboscopic flash
slave flash
wireless/remote slave flash
radio slave
"use flash"/"flash needed" signals Facts About Flash Batteries types (replaceable and rechargeable)
recycle time
number of flashes
power-saving/thyristor circuitry
choosing lithium
alkaline
or nickel-cadmium batteries
battery packs
battery life
battery tester
AC adapter Concerns About Flash Cords and Connections off-camera flash
types of flash cords
TTL sync/remote cord
non-TTL remote sensor cord
PC cord
faulty cord test
hot shoe flash socket (PC) adapter
wireless remote flash
remote flash sensor
radio slave
wireless TTL auto-exposure flash Figuring Manual Flash Exposures flash mode selector
flash guide number
light output/variable power control
light output f/stop and flash-to-subject equivalents
interrelationships of film speeds
flash-to-subject distances and f/stops Fill Flash for More Flattering Photos fill/fill-in/synchro-sunlight flash
balance with the ambient light
dedicated TTL autoflash for fill flash
non-TTL autoflash for fill flash
manual flash for fill flash
adjustments for manual fill flash (light output/variable power control
zoom flash head
reposition camera/flash
and covering head with hankerchief)
indoor fill flash
lighting ratios Bounce Flash for Better Pictures flat/on-camera flash
bounce flash techniques
bounce light reflector
bounce light exposure for dedicated TTL autoflash
sufficient light indicator
open flash button
manual exposure for bounce flash
photographic umbrella Other Useful Flash Techniques flash meter
off-camera flash
multiple flash
infrared wireless TTL auto-exposure remote flash
multiple flashes (for open flash/painting with light
to increase the light
and to increase depth of field)
multiple exposure control
repeating flash mode
flash with color filters
filtered fill flash
flash color balance
close-ups with flash Practical Considerations with Flash uniform illumination
shadows
flash position
reflective objects
checking closed eyes 6. SELECTING FILMS name brands
private label/store brands
film box
film data
data sheet
expiration date
shelf life
professional film
consumer/amateur film
refrigerated storage
premium film Types of Film color negative/color print film
color reversal/color positive/color transparency/color slide film
black-and-white film
daylight film
tungsten film
tungsten light
color balance
color temperature
kelvins (K)
filters
color sensitivity
panchromatic films
definition
sharpness
resolution/resolving power
graininess Special-Purpose Films infrared film
copy film
duplicating film
instant slide film
processing Polaroid's instant slide film
black-and-white reversal film
black-and-white chromogenic film
two-for-one/gimmick film
digitized film images on CDs and DVDs Speeds of Film ISO number
slow-speed
medium-speed and high-speed/fast films
relative sensitivity of films
exposure equivalents
exposure index (EI)
push and pull processing
ASA
DIN
ISO
DX symbol
film speed control
reciprocity effect Sizes of Films 35mm film
cassettes
film leader
bulk film/long rolls
APS film
roll film
cartridge film
subminiature film
disc film
sheet/cut film
film holders
film packets Processing of Films fast-photo minilabs
demanding good quality
custom labs
special processing
wholesale photofinishers
mail-order photofinishers
prepaid processing mailers
cost of processing
do-it-yourself processing Color and Black-and-White Films Currently Available choosing a film
lists of color negative (print)
color reversal (slide)
and black-and-white films 7. IMPROVING PHOTOS WITH FILTERS general filter facts (names
colors
numbers
and materials)
accessory lenses
screw-in filters
step-up rings
series filters
filter adapters
series filter coverage
slip-on adapters
set-screw adapters
bayonet mounts
filter holder
filter systems
filter manufacturers
removing filters
general categories (light-balancing
conversion
color compensating
correction
and contrast filters)
vignetting
autofocusing cautions Understanding Filter Factors exposure compensation
chart of exposure changes
checking through-the-lens (TTL) meters
resetting hand-held meters Three Filters for All Films ultraviolet (UV)/haze filter
skylight filter
polarizing filter
circular and linear polarizing filters
neutral density (ND) filters
chart of ND filters
graduated ND filters Filters for Color Photography general categories
why and when to use filters
light-balancing filters
chart of light-balancing filters and effects
warming filters
conversion filters (types and uses)
fluorescent light filters
color compensating (CC) filters Filters for Black-and-White Photography panchromatic films
correction filters
contrast filters
Kodak Wratten filters
chart with filter numbers
former names
colors
filter factors and exposure increases
primary and secondary/complementary colors
filter color absorption and transmitting characteristics
other attributes and uses Filters for Fun and Special Effects star/cross-screen filter
star effect
diffusion/soft-focus filter
spot/clear-center filter
fog filter
accessory lenses
multiple-image lens
split-field lens
diffraction filters
motion filters 8. CONSIDERING ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT Tips About Tripods various uses
avoiding camera shake (self-timer
cable release
and remote cord)
tripod brands
construction
legs
leg locks
elevator post
feet
various heads
spirit level
foam insulation
carrying strap and case
minipod
pistol grip
shoulder brace
C-clamp
beanbag
unipod Considerations about Camera Bags hard cases
soft-sided bags
construction
material
shoulder strap
closures
bag configurations and access
identification
hip and chest bags
photo backpacks
photo vests Multiple Choices with Multifunction and Data Backs data back
multifunction back
multicontrol back Fast Filming with Motor Drives autowinder
motor drive
frames per second
speed controls
time-lapse photography
remote controls Buying Used Accessory Equipment 9. USING POINT-AND-SHOOT AND OTHER CONVENIENCE CAMERAS Instamatic
disc
compact 35mm
APS
single-use
instant
and digital cameras Mastering 35mm Compact Cameras point-and-shoot/lens-shutter cameras
active infrared and passive phase detection autofocus systems
infinity lock
focusing zones
fixed focus lens
focusing frame
wide-area autofocusing
autofocus lock
macro/close-up mode
parallax error
real image viewfinders
auto-exposure
overriding auto-exposure
backlight mode
exposure compensation
night
bulb/time
and TV modes
range of shutter speeds and f/stops
vibration reduction
DX-coded film cassettes
single and dual focal length lenses
zoom lenses
maximum f/stop
midrange and super zooms
built-in autoflash
flash range
red-eye reduction
preflash
flash-off button
auto fill-flash mode
flash-on button
autowind
auto rewind
film loading mark
film rewind button
prewind
film frame counter
film cassette window
self-timer
variable self-timer
panoramic format
data back and special functions
LCD information panel
battery power
solar power
weatherproof and waterproof cameras Avoiding Compact Camera Calamities pitfalls to avoid and techniques to remember Better Snapshots with APS (Advanced Photo System) Cameras APS film
film status indicators
mid-roll change
magnetic coating
back-printing
photo file index print
print format control
framing masks
photo players
photo scanners
print quality
camera features
single-use models
Picture Quality Information Exchange (PQIX) Simple Shooting with Single-Use Cameras one-time-use camera
flash
waterproof and panoramic models
film types
speeds and number of exposures
print sizes
focus range
lens focal lengths
lens openings
shutter speeds
flash range
viewfinders
shirt-pocket models
shooting tips
film frame counter Almost Gone But Not Forgotten: Instamatic Cameras availability of cameras and films On-the-Spot Prints with Polaroid Instant Cameras history
peel-apart and integral films
automation
current models and features
instant films
film sizes
development times
lighten/darken exposure dial
print storage
tips for using instant cameras
35mm instant films The Impact of Convenience Cameras 10. DELVING INTO DIGITAL CAMERAS AND IMAGING digital camera
continuous-tone/analog images
picture elements/pixels
scanners
computer hard drive
image-editing software
image manipulation The Digital Camera Difference LCD (liquid crystal display) monitor
image sensor
buffer
memory card
shutter lag
recycle/capture rate
burst rate Resolution Is the Key to Digital Image Quality image quality
high resolution
low resolution
pixels
dots per inch (dpi)
image sensor
megapixels
CCD (charge-coupled device)
CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor)
Foveon X3 chip
recording mode
effective/recording pixels
exposure time delay
memory storage capacity
RAM (random access memory)
MB (megabytes)
internal memory
memory/flash memory cards
GB (gigabytes)
types of memory cards
floppy disk
memory card readers/writers
long-term image storage
CDs
DVDs
PC card adapter
portable digital storage devices
image compression
file formats (JPEG
TIFF
RAW)
resolution image
technical specifications Features of Digital Cameras camera appearance
zoom lens reflex (ZLR) models
camera brands
autofocus indicators
autofocus lock
autofocus limitations
close-ups
macro mode
parallax error
auto-exposure
lens aperture
shutter speed
exposure compensation mode
ISO exposure settings
noise
exposure metering systems
spot metering
white balance
automatic white balance mode
lenses
zoom lens
optical zoom
digital zoom
interpolation
pixelization/jaggies
lens converters
focal length multiplier
vignetting
lens adapter
variable maximum aperture
image stabilization/vibration reduction
LCD monitor
optical viewfinder
parallax error
diopter correction control
electronic viewfinder
autoflash
hot shoe
external flash terminal/flash cord socket
built-in flash
flash range
flash recharge time
flash ready light
autoflash mode
manual/fill-in flash mode
red-eye reduction mode
slow sync mode
no flash/flash off mode
flash exposure compensation
panorama/stitch mode
movie mode
erase mode
protection mode
index mode
DPOF (digital print order format)
self-timer
tripod socket
LCD information panel
AC adapter
computer/TV connecting cords/cables
camera/TV compatibility
slide-show mode
battery types (alkaline and lithium)
rechargeable batteries (nickel metal hydride
nickel cadmium
lithium ion)
battery packs
camera care
camera purchase tips Showing Off Your Digital Photographs Working with Digital Image Files digital/desktop darkroom
digital image files
computer performance
RAM (random access memory)
hard drive Scanning Prints
Negatives
and Slides input devices
drum scanner
flatbed scanner
film scanner
transparency adapter
scanner resolution
dots per inch (dpi)
dynamic range/density range
noise
color depth/bit depth
scanning speed
dust and scratch removal Being Creative with Image-Editing Software image-editing/image-processing software programs
filters/effects
templates Saving Digital Image Files digital file formats (JPEG
TIFF) Making Photo-Quality Digital Prints output devices
photo-quality printers
inkjet printers
brands
paper widths
printer speeds
printer resolution
dots per inch (dpi)
image-editing software
print size
image resolution
pixels per inch (ppi)
interpolation
direct printing
compatible cable connections
printer ink cartridges
print papers
print formats
color management
dye-sublimation printers
laser printers Using Photo-Quality Print Papers paper types
brands
surface/finish
brightness
weight
thickness
special photo print papers
handling print papers
archival permanence Copying Digital Images onto Photographic Film film recorder Displaying Digital Images on the World Wide Web computer modem
resizing image Letting Local and Online Photofinishers Do the Work print ordering procedures
your photos on a Web site
online photo-sharing companies
copying photos to a DVD or a CD Preserving Digital Images on DVDs and CDs backup copies
DVD/CD burners
optical versus magnetic storage media
rewritable drive
recordable drive
rewritable discs
recordable discs
DVD players
drive/disc formats
disc capacities
drive speeds Viewing Photos on Computer Monitors
TVs
and Digital Picture Frames DVD player
digital picture frames 11. LEARNING ABOUT LIGHTING natural and artificial light
ambient/existing/available light Basic Types of Lighting front/flat lighting
side lighting
backlighting
silhouette
cross lighting Outdoor Lighting Concerns directional and diffused lighting
soft and hard lighting
subjects in the shade
top lighting
color casts
light-balancing filter
shadows
backlighting
rainbows
sunsets Indoor Lighting
Especially for Portraits umbrella reflector
bounce lighting
portrait lighting plans
main light
fill light
accent/hair light
snoot
barn doors
background light
seamless paper
cross lighting
tunsten/hot light
portrait lighting setups at home
photoflood bulbs
tungsten-halogen bulbs
safety precautions for hot lights
flash
modeling lights 12. PHOTOGRAPHING UNDER SPECIAL CONDITIONS Shooting with Existing Light and at Night existing/available/ambient light
chart of trial exposures
shutter speeds
time exposures
flash use
high-speed films
increasing film speed
push processing
fast lenses
figuring exposure
exposure techniques
nighttime subjects including fireworks and the moon
photographing television images
choice of films
bracketing exposures
reciprocity effect Creating Close-ups and Making Photographic Copies photomacrography
photomicrography
reproduction ratios
use of macro/micro lenses
use of lens reversing technique
use of extension tubes and bellows
chart of subject magnifications
use of lens extender/lens converter/tele-extender/teleconverter
use of accessory close-up lenses
diopters
variable close-up lens
focusing and framing concerns
parallax error
exposure
exposure factors
film plane
film plane indicator
critical focusing
plane of focus
depth of field
depth of field preview
avoiding camera movement
flash
for close-ups
ring light/macro flash
photographic copying
lighting copy subjects
duplicating 35mm slides
slide duplicator
slide copying adapter
film choices
cleaning slides Having Fun with Infrared Films characteristics
uses
film speeds
filters
black-and-white infrared film (types
filters
exposures
special handling
and focusing)
infrared focus indicator
color infrared film (type
exposures
filters
handling
and special processing) Making Multiple Exposures techniques
multiple exposure control
multiexposure mode
exposure
overlapping images
overlapping colors
flash use
light output/variable power control
open flash/test flash button
repeating/multiple/stroboscopic flash
careful composition
subject suggestions including full moon and ghost images
rear-curtain/second curtain/trailing sync
making a physiograph
multiple-image lens
sandwiching images Flying with Your Camera general advice
focusing
active infrared autofocus
infinity lock
subjects
weather
timing
shutter speeds
filters
chartering aircraft Adventuring Underwater with a Camera waterproof single-use cameras
waterproof 35mm and APS automatic compact cameras
sports cameras
amphibious cameras
Nikonos
SLR underwater camera
waterproof camera housings (brands
types
features
and depth limitations)
water's effect on light
decrease in light intensity
flash use
color absorption
light diffusion
backscatter
light refraction
effective lens focal lengths
figuring focus
film choices
equipment care
photography beneath the sea Photographing into a Fish Tank fish tank photography (techniques
lighting
and flash exposures)
marine aquariums Shooting Through Binoculars binocular and camera choice
mounting
focusing and framing
effective focal length
support
effective f/stop opening
exposure adjustment Trying a Telescope camera choice
mounting
telescope camera adapter
earth's rotation
subjects (moon and stars)
astrophotography
star trails
techniques
exposures Working with a Microscope camera choice
mounting
light sources (tungsten and flash) 13. TRAVELING WITH A CAMERA What to Photograph research
"shoot list
" tell a story
picture categories
people pictures
candid pictures
payment for pictures
size indicators
get in close
aerial views
traveling by tour bus
overall views and close-ups
waiting for better photo situations
editing Some Practical Advice safeguards for equipment
theft
cameras in a car
protection from rain
snow and salt water
cold weather concerns
vibration
photo vest Equipment to Take camera choices
auto-exposure control
testing new and repaired cameras
lens choices
close-up images
camera bags
flash
batteries
tripod
cable release and remote cord
two camera bodies
one type of film
one type of photography Film Brands and Prices overseas purchase
expiration date
processing included Which Film Speeds? slow-
medium-
and high-speed films
mid-roll change How Much Film? more than you think
discard boxes
carrying film Protecting and Processing Film a