Canon EOS Rebel T8i/850D For Dummies
1. Edition December 2020
416 Pages, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
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Learn to take gorgeous photos with this beginner-friendly guide to dSLR photography
The Canon EOS Rebel T8i/850D dSLR camera has dozens of features that can help you take beautiful and striking photos. But if you're new to photography, where do you begin? And is it possible to get up to speed quickly, without a lot of technical knowledge?
Absolutely! In Canon EOS Rebel T8i/850D For Dummies, expert photography educator Julie King draws on her years of experience as she walks you through the ins and outs of photography and your Canon camera. Julie skips the technical jargon and gives you the info you need in plain language, guiding you through everything from shooting your first photos in auto mode to taking full control of your camera's features.
In the book you'll:
* Take the fast track to stunning stills with camera setup, picture settings, and Canon's Auto Mode
* Customize your picture taking experience by taking control of settings like exposure and focus
* Access and organize your new picture library both on your camera and your computer
Perfect for anyone who's just received a Canon EOS Rebel and doesn't know where to begin, this book will also earn a place in the libraries of more seasoned photographers who want to unlock everything this great camera has to offer.
Part 1: Fast Track to Super Snaps 5
Chapter 1: Getting Up and Running 7
Chapter 2: Choosing Basic Picture Settings 59
Chapter 3: Taking Great Pictures, Automatically 101
Part 2: Taking Creative Control 131
Chapter 4: Taking Charge of Exposure 133
Chapter 5: Controlling Focus and Depth of Field 179
Chapter 6: Mastering Color Controls 213
Chapter 7: Putting It All Together 235
Chapter 8: Shooting and Viewing Movies 251
Part 3: After the Shot 281
Chapter 9: Picture Playback 283
Chapter 10: Working with Picture and Movie Files 311
Part 4: The Part of Tens 343
Chapter 11: Ten More Customization Options 345
Chapter 12: Ten Features to Explore on a Rainy Day 357
Appendix: Exploring Wireless Connections 375
Index 389
