The Expanded Guide > Techniques : Understanding Exposure This new series of Expanded Guides focuses on photographic techniques not only to give you a comprehensive grounding in the subject but also takes you a step further to enable you to get much more from your photography. Expert advice, with useful hints & tips, is given by professional photographers, using practical examples of techniques for clarity, illustrated in full colour with the aid of clear diagrams & charts. Understanding Exposure is an invaluable guide to taking better photographs using today's sophisticated digital SLR & compact digital cameras. Aimed at the novice or more experienced amateur photographer, jargon-free text explains the theory behind digital photography, how light metering affects exposure, & light's relationship to colour, colour temperature & white balance, focal points & the expression of mood. Aperture, depth of field & shutter speed are thoroughly described, along with chapters on ISO speeds, dynamic range, use of filters, & making in-camera adjustments. Post processing techniques round off this invaluable guide to getting the best results from your photography.
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