Digital Photography All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies

Overwhelmed by the choices in cameras, the number of buttons and dials they have, and the volume of images accumulating on your memory card? Take a deep breath and grab this book! Choose a camera, compose and capture great photos, get them onto your computer and make them even better with Photoshop, and share them online or as prints.

• Set up your studio — compare digital camera features, choose accessories, and explore a minibook devoted to digital SLRs

• Learn the secrets — Book III shows you how to get great close-ups, sports and action shots, and portraits with personality

• Get elemental — use image editors including Paint Shop Pro, Corel PhotoPaint, PhotoImpact, and Adobe's popular Photoshop and Photoshop Elements

• Become a restoration expert — learn to repair and restore treasured heirloom photos

• Go creative — turn your images into greeting cards, T-shirts, online albums, or prints

Open the book and find:

• How to take control of your camera's controls

• Tips for composing pictures that communicate

• Secrets of getting great candid photos

• All about lighting, including cool lighting gadgets

• Shooting tips for a wide range of situations

• Six cool improvements in digital SLRs

• What macro photography is and how to make the most of it

• Great ideas for getting your photos published